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Cyclone Alfred: Defence force deployed, national incident centre activated
Four million people in Queensland and NSW brace for the worst of the storm.

Drenching rains and record-breaking waves: Cyclone’s fringe lashes eastern Australia
Some four million people are in the firing line.

'When you know better, you do better': Cyclone Gabrielle survivors prepare as Alfred bears down on Queensland
Hawke’s Bay residents in Queensland say the preparation is immense compared to Gabrielle.

‘Last longer’: Fears Cyclone Alfred’s delayed arrival could worsen impact
'We’ve done everything we can, so now we’re just having to wait.'

Australia readies as cyclone veers towards eastern coast
Tropical cyclone set to hit near Brisbane on Friday, the region's first in over 50 years.

‘Life-threatening’: Cyclone Alfred’s impact prompts urgent evacuations
Many are changing flights; officials are opening 12 evacuation centres.

‘Incredibly dangerous’ Cyclone Alfred changes course off Queensland coast
Residents warned of up to 700mm rain; flash flooding expected in coastal areas.

Warning to travellers amid Cyclone Alfred
Travellers warned as severe storm targets Australian coastline.

Supermarket shelves stripped bare, beaches closed as anxious Aussies brace for Cyclone Alfred
NSW, Queensland face potential three-day power outages due to severe weather.

Mum saves whānau after armed intruders hold gun to son’s head
'I just wanted the thieves to leave me and my son alone.'

‘Grave moral guilt’: What killer cult did as 8yo lay dying
'You had no right, and on judgment day, God will see you for what you truly are.'

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Vulcan Steel first-half profit plunges 65%, slashes dividend
Vulcan says it faces some volatile, challenging conditions here and in Australia.

Tall Blacks and Tall Ferns to play new Trans-Tasman comp in Hamilton
The new comp will be the first time in several years New Zealand has played Australia.

‘Beautiful girl’: Mum's tribute to teen killed in shark attack at popular Queensland beach
Charlize Zmuda, 17, was bitten by a shark 100m offshore at Woorim Beach.

Bridge collapse, flooding and evacuations as severe storms hit north Queensland
Storms dumped more than a metre of rain, engulfing parts of the Australian state.

‘Record rainfalls’: Woman dies, residents urged to evacuate as flooding grips Queensland
The state's Premier warned of more rain and urged residents to prepare for the worst.

Chilling ‘black zone’ flood warning issued for parts of Queensland
Thousands told to shelter now as dangerous floodwaters inundate towns and cities.

Killer cult trial: 14 sect members guilty of causing Queensland girl’s death
The trial involved 14 members of The Saints, including Elizabeth Struh's parents.

‘Immense distress’: Aussie influencer charged over vile act against 1yo
Police allege she drugged the infant and exploited her distress online for followers.

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