A group of rehabilitated black flying foxes eagerly flew off into the wilds of Queensland, Australia, after receiving treatment for flying-fox paralysis syndrome (FFPS) at a local animal sanctuary..

The Albanese Government is activating financial support for communities directly affected by the floods in North Queensland through the Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA).

Hinchinbrook Shire Mayor Ramon Jayo says the floodwaters are “receding” in Ingham following days of relentless rain and floods.