Rock lobster trade with China to resume by the end of the year; Torrential rain and flooding disrupt north Queensland as evacuations loom; Ange Postecoglou says Tottenham is showing progress after a 4-3 win over Manchester United in the E-F-L Cup
Torrential rain and flooding disrupt north Queensland as evacuations loom
The news will serve as a major financial boost, with sales from rock lobster exports to China reaching $700 million per year before the ban was enforced. A tropical low has brought torrential rain, with up to 200mm falling in some areas between Cairns and Mackay in 24 hours. Heavy rain is set to ease this weekend as the tropical low gradually starts to move away from the coast into the Coral Sea.Scores of Australians have returned home after being airlifted overnight from earthquake-hit Vanuatu by two Royal Australian Air Force planes.
The 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck Port Vila on Tuesday, killing at least 10 people, injuring over 200, and causing widespread damage to the city and nearby areas.Sydney’s iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks could be cancelled over transport safety concerns linked to planned rail strikes.
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