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Sydney

Asia & Pacific 4 years ago

Rising rivers force more Sydney flood evacuations as rain eases

A man was found dead after his car was swept away by floodwaters in the city's southwest, police said, while television footage showed submerged roads and inundated homes and businesses.

Asia & Pacific 4 years ago

Australia landslide kills two British tourists

The family of five was caught by the landslide on Monday as they hiked along a popular trail in the Blue Mountains to the west of Australia's largest city.

Environment 4 years ago

Bondi Beach swallowed as monster surf hits Australia's east

After weeks of extreme weather, huge waves battered Australia's east coast Saturday, sweeping water into properties and engulfing Sydney's Bondi Beach.

Asia & Pacific 4 years ago

Relentless rains submerge Australian towns for second time in a month

Several towns in northern New South Wales already reeling after record floods over a month ago were pounded by an intense low-pressure system overnight. Some regions took a month's rainfall in under six hours, officials said.

Asia & Pacific 4 years ago

Australia to declare east coast floods national emergency

Prime Minister Scott Morrison, on a visit to the devastated town of Lismore in northern New South Wales state, will also pledge more financial support for people and businesses, reports said. Morrison's office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.