Anthony Albanese (Grayndler, Australian Labor Party, Prime Minister) Share this | Hansard source

I have a brief update on the Queensland floods, which continue to have an impact. On behalf of the House, I want to express our sincere condolences on the second loss of life that we've seen in this flood: an 82-year-old woman, who was found outside Ingham. We express our condolences to her family and friends in their bereavement.

The ADF now has the four additional choppers available there to provide assistance. That goes with the other emergency services personnel who are working closely with the Queensland government. Senator McAllister remains there as the Minister for Emergency Management, and we continue to provide whatever support is requested to Queensland. But, once again, we are seeing, at the worst of times, the best of the Australian character, and I pay tribute to all those who are providing this assistance on the ground at what is a very difficult time.

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