13 October 2026

Severe storms threaten parts of Queensland as heavy rain sweeps eastern Australia and forecasters flag potential drought relief

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Queensland is bracing for another round of severe thunderstorms, with heavy rain threatening Brisbane and the Gold Coast overnight before the storm risk shifts further north on Wednesday.

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