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The deluge north of Brisbane comes as south-east Queensland grapples with the movements of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, which continues to cause widespread problems with transport ...

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred is expected to cross the mainland coast within hours as the "extremely slow moving" system leaves residents anxiously awaiting its arrival. (Nine) Australian Defence ...

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