Queensland gripped by floods

When Britain gets to grips with its responsibilities, it will perhaps remember that these people are our kin, not the Rwanda nation, Haiti, Black Africa or even greater parts of Lancashire and Yorkshire where the treacherous threats of sedition emanate.

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Flood waters encircle Rockhampton

Laurie and Barry Moessinger sent a message to sightseers as they prepared for the Fitzroy River to peak this week. Picture: Lyndon Mechielsen

ROCKHAMPTON is cut off by road to the south and the west and hundreds of residents face being flooded this week as the Fitzroy River nears its peak.

The central Queensland city of 75,000 is accessible by road to the north, but authorities have warned inbound traffic will be restricted. Read more at www.theaustralian.com.au

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