Beloved beaches were washed offshore by Cyclone Alfred – but most of this sand will return
Huge volumes of sand have been swept offshore by Cyclone Alfred’s waves, leaving beaches and dunes looking very different.
Residents of islands that saved millions from Cyclone Alfred say they are the lucky ones
Queensland's bay islands act as a natural buffer protecting the mainland from severe storm surges, and helped save Brisbane from the full force of Cyclone Alfred.
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Beloved beaches were washed offshore by Cyclone Alfred—but most of this sand will return
Sand islands off Brisbane—Bribie, Moreton and North Stradbroke—protected the city ... Over time, many beaches will naturally replenish. But sand dunes will take longer. And there are areas ...
Cyclone Alfred: Alfred performs second pirouette during slow, destructive path towards SEQ
Authorities warn South East Queenslanders should bunker down at home and those with no other option should head to evacuation centres as Tropical Cyclone Alfred brings destructive winds and flooding.