disasters
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Total Fire Ban Declared for NSW: What Does That Mean, Exactly?
A total fire ban has been declared for the state of NSW, as well as an extreme fire rating. So, what does that mean?
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NZ Cities Urgently Need to Become ‘Spongier’ – Here’s What That Means
Two extreme and deadly weather events within the first two months of 2023 have brought the consequences of climate change into sharp focus. Auckland’s January 27 flood is the most expensive weather event in New Zealand insurance history. Cyclone Gabrielle prompted a national state of emergency, only the third time one has been declared. Auckland…
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Flood Disaster Payment NSW: Who Is Eligible and How Do You Get It?
NSW residents who have been impacted by the recent floods can apply for a disaster payment of up to $1,000. Here’s what you need to know.
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Why the Volcanic Eruption in Tonga Was So Violent, and What to Expect Next
The Kingdom of Tonga doesn’t often attract global attention, but a violent eruption of an underwater volcano on January 15 has spread shock waves, quite literally, around half the world. The volcano is usually not much to look at. It consists of two small uninhabited islands, Hunga-Ha’apai and Hunga-Tonga, poking about 100m above sea level…