Cyclone Alfred put Queensland premier's leadership in focus

Cyclone Alfred put Queensland premier's leadership in focus

It's in times of disaster, as our leaders respond to an emerging crisis, we see them front and centre in a way we often don't, writes Jack McKay.

Alfred held its punches, but is Queensland prepared for a bigger blow?

Southern Queenslanders dodged disaster with ex-tropical cyclone Alfred, but are being warned to do more to prepare for more frequent extreme weather in a changing climate.

Don’t want another Cyclone Alfred? This data says one’s coming

Hot temperatures in the world’s oceans are making storms and cyclones more destructive. Australia is uniquely vulnerable.

Beware cyclonic sea foam

As Tropical Cyclone Alfred whipped up sea foam along the coastline from South East Queensland to northern New South Wales, a UniSC microbiologist warned these “bacteria smoothies” may have more harmful pathogens than a sewage treatment plant. University of the Sunshine Coast Associate Professor İpek Kurtböke was horrified to see footage of people playing in thick, sticky sea foam on the Gold Coast. Her message was clear to people – and their pet…

RSPCA Emergency Response Team visits Tweed Heads

The RSPCA’s emergency response team made a visit to Tweed Heads today, distributing resources to members of the community affected by ex-tropical cyclone Alfred. The pop up also offering free animal health advice from a vet nurse.

Cyclone Alfred leaves a mark - Bundaberg Today

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