Cyclone Alfred News Monitoring

‘Low morale, decreasing trust in leadership’: Top cop’s stark warning

An inquiry by the Queensland Human Rights Commission in December found the QPS was riven by “systemic discrimination”. It followed a previous Commission of Inquiry that found sexism, racism and misogyny were a “significant problem”, as well as more routine …

Australia’s Gold Coast beach being rebuilt after Cyclone Alfred eroded 80% of its sand

Big oats planting expected this year as season turns around

A BIG oats crop is expected across Southern Queensland and Northern New South Wales this year, as a series of late summer storms in the past month turn around the season for many. Planting has finished in most of the area, with some having to do a replant …

ICA heads north again to help Queensland flood victims

The Insurance Council of Australia will return to north Queensland this month to host forums for people affected by the February floods, as claim response work picks up.  Insured losses from the event had reached $233 million as of two weeks ago, with more …

Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred's lasting impact on NSW dairy region

With over 1metre of rain having been reported as falling in the week of Alfred, Dorrigo and the producers in the area have a long recovery road ahead of them, with the time frame unknown as we are all too aware.

Disasters expose QLD’s digital connectivity divide

The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) has said that recent extreme weather events across the state have highlighted the need to extend reliable digital coverage.   LGAQ said that the digital connectivity divide was putting residents and …

This election, disinformation is swirling on Chinese social media. Here’s how it spreads

Since 2024, the RECapture research team has been monitoring political disinformation and advertising in Australia. Our focus is on WeChat, the primary news and information platform for Chinese speakers in Australia, and RedNote (Xiaohongshu), an emerging …

I was woken up by a noise in my apartment one morning... a startling discovery in the other room sent me into a panic

By MATT JONES FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA Published: 23:15 EDT, 15 April 2025 | Updated: 00:02 EDT, 16 April 2025 A young renter recalled the startling moment she woke up to find a stranger standing in her apartment.  Brisbane local Lillith Lodge had been …

Australia: General insurers clock three-fold jump in profits

Australian general insurers, after a 5-year low, have witnessed a surge in their profits in 2024, buoyed by lower Nat CAT losses and higher investment returns. The latest KPMG General Insurance Insights and Analysis report based on data from Australian …

This glam Byron Bay getaway is ready to welcome you back

Apr 16, 2025 – 5.00am Gift this article Subscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Login When Raes Guesthouses opened its doors on Wategos Beach in November 2024, it …

Star reports $302 million half-year loss as Bally’s bailout averts...

The Star Entertainment Group Ltd has posted a net loss of A$302 million for the December 2024 half-year, underscoring the extent of financial strain that nearly pushed the casino operator to insolvency. The result included A$166 million in significant …

Half way through the campaign, how are the major party leaders faring?

More than two weeks in, we know one thing for sure. This time, the election campaign does matter. In decades past, when voters were more loyally rusted on to the major parties, news cycles more sedate, policy platforms fixed and “safe” seats truly safe, it …

Endeavour Group reaches $5m in donations to GIVIT

Since the partnership began in 2020, Endeavour Group has donated more than $5m to GIVIT, a charity providing goods to those in need. The milestone has been reached by fundraising through customer and team member contributions which are being used to …

Fuel retailer Ampol's first-quarter refinery margin halves amid global slump

(Reuters) - Australia's top fuel retailer Ampol reported a 49% drop in first-quarter refining margins for its Lytton refinery in Queensland on Wednesday, citing weakness in refining profits in Singapore — a bellwether for Asia. The company said its …

Halfway through the election campaign, how are the major party leaders faring?

But even as Cyclone Alfred blew itself out, parliament returned, and the budget was brought down, Labor's poll numbers were improving. This trend continued through the first weeks of the campaign, such that Labor now seems the likely winner, either in …

Easter long weekend weather: mostly warm and sunny conditions in store for major Australian cities

Australians in capital cities will enjoy warm and sunny conditions over the Easter long weekend – at least to start – before a cold front moves through the south-east, delivering rain and cooler weather. Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and Hobart are …

Star Entertainment posts $192 million loss as regulatory pressures mount ahead of shareholder vote

Australian casino operator Star Entertainment has reported a larger-than-anticipated net loss of A$302 million ($192.29 million) for the first half of the 2024 fiscal year, with continued regulatory fallout and declining revenues intensifying the company’s …

'If we keep Brisbane Green, we keep Dutton out': Bandt — as it happened

2h agoTue 15 Apr 2025 at 10:19am We'll end our coverage here That's it for the blog today. Be sure to come back early tomorrow morning for a jam-packed day on the campaign trail complete with a leaders debate in the evening. In the meantime, you …

Star reports AU$302 million loss in 1H25 as trading environment continues to worsen

Australia’s Star Entertainment Group fell to an AU$302 million (US$192 million) loss in the six months to 31 December 2024, while monthly trading has continued to deteriorate in the three months since due to adverse weather events and what it describes as …

G2’s Spring 2025 Rankings Are Out; Winning Streak Continues for CivilGEO

CivilGEO, a leading provider of civil engineering software products, has once again secured top positions in G2’s Spring 2025 Grid® Reports. MADISON, WI, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CivilGEO, a leading provider of civil …

Bryan Murray Joins Poms & Associates to Expand Sacramento Market Presence

With a background in both technology and insurance, Bryan Murray brings a unique perspective to commercial risk management. CALABASAS, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Poms & Associates is proud to welcome Bryan Murray …

Kentuckians Have Until April 25 to Apply for Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is reminding the residents of Kentucky who were impacted by the February severe storms to apply for Disaster Assistance before the deadline of Friday, April 25. If applicants received a letter from FEMA and need to appeal, they have …

Last Day to Submit Your Right of Entry (ROE) Form to LA County

LOS ANGELES – Today is the last day for property owners to submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form to LA County. In order to have debris removed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), property owners affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires must submit a ROE …

TWO VIRGINIAS, ONE MISSION TELETHON RAISES OVER $55,500 FOR FLOOD RELIEF

BLUEFIELD, WV, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The spirit of unity and generosity shone brightly during the "Two Virginias, One Mission: Helping Hands and Healing Hearts Telethon”, which raised over $55,500 to support …

IXOM Watercare Unveils HiveLinx™: Revolutionizing Digital Water Management

DICKINSON, ND, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IXOM Watercare Unveils HiveLinx™: Revolutionizing Digital Water Management IXOM Watercare announces the launch of HiveLinx, an innovative digital water management system …

The Fast Fire Watch Company Offers Fire Watch Guards to Shipbuilders Across the U.S.

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Fast Fire Watch Company, a top-rated provider of professional fire watch services, proudly announces its nationwide expansion into the maritime industry, offering …

Alpha Omega Disaster Restoration Launches New Website

The leading disaster restoration company in Billings, MT, offers customers an enhanced user experience and more comprehensive information with their new website BILLINGS, MT, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alpha Omega …

MEDIA ALERT: The Coastal Stewards Announce Beach Clean-Ups for April, May and June

Remove Plastic and Trash from Beaches While Learning About the Effects of Pollution on the Local Marine Life OCEAN RIDGE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coastal Stewards, a nonprofit conservation organization …

Falcon Roofing and Restoration Launches Free Roof Inspections After Texas Hail Storms

Now serving Houston, San Antonio, and Austin, Falcon Roofing helps homeowners detect hidden roof damage at no cost. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the recent severe hailstorms that swept through …

Celebrating 43 Years of Comfort: Local HVAC Leader Sets the Standard for Heating, Cooling, and Air Quality Service

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Michigan temperatures swing between freezing winters and humid summers, one local HVAC company has remained a reliable source of comfort for more than four decades. With …

Austin Roofing Company Earns Over 1,400 Glowing Reviews, Reinforcing Community Trust

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a market where reputation is everything, one locally owned roofing company continues to stand out with an impressive track record of satisfied customers and award-winning service. …

Satellite-Based Remote Sensing Mineral Detection Technology Publicly Disclosed

Pinpointing Precious Metals, Rare Earths, Oil, Gas & Water BOUGAINVILLE , PAPUA NEW GUINEA, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CC Explorations, a pioneering company in remote sensing of minerals, has unveiled its groundbreaking utilization …

Three Days Left to Submit Your Right of Entry (ROE) Form to LA County

LOS ANGELES – Property owners have three days left to submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form to LA County. To have debris removed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), property owners affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires must submit a ROE form by April …

A&G Roofing Expands Premier Omaha Roofing Services to Bellevue, Nebraska

A&G Roofing expands its trusted Omaha roofing services to Bellevue, offering roof replacements, repairs, and inspections with special promotions for customers. OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A&G Roofing, a …

FCC Victorville Prison Law Enforcment Officers Hospitalized After Drug Exposure

VICTORVILLE , CA, UNITED STATES, April 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Bureau of Prisons' continued failure to protect its staff has resulted in six officers being hospitalized and four officers treated on-site and released in just …

Insulation4Less Highlights the Performance and Versatility of Reflective Insulation in Modern Building Applications

Combines Insulation + Radiant Barrier + Vapor Barrier + Air Barrier all in One Product. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Insulation4Less, a leading supplier of energy-efficient insulation solutions, is …

Raleigh County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center opens April 15

News release Raleigh County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center opens April 15 CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open in Raleigh County at 8 a.m. April 15, 2025. FEMA encourages residents, including homeowners and renters, of the …

Disaster Recovery Center Re-Opening in Lee County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Disaster Recovery Center in Lee County is re-opening Monday, April 14, to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the February 14 – March 7 severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, …

Leading Insurance Provider Launches Groundbreaking Multi-Carrier Flood Insurance Rating Platform

H2Quoter streamlines flood insurance quotes and policies in under two minutes by leveraging innovative technology SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California Flood Insurance Services, a leading flood insurance …