Have you subscribed to councils Opt-in Disaster Alerts? River levels are above the flood levels reached in February 1999 (21.95 m). The Mary River at Dagun Pocket will remain above the major flood level (15.00 m) during Sunday. The Monkland Street intersection with the Bruce Highway. A severe weather warning for damaging winds, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms with locally intense falls remains current for Southeast Coast and parts of the Wide Bay and Burnett, the bureau reports. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. PH: 5482 1710 E: gympie.salvos@salvationarmy.org.au. More information can be found here Telstra - Disaster Relief or by calling 1800 888 888. East of the town, Cedar Pocket Dam is at 123 per cent capacity, and a further 292mm of rain fell there in the past 24 hours. The Mary River at Miva is currently at 19.47 metres and rising, with major flooding. Major flooding is expected along the Mary River downstream of Gympie. $100,000 disaster recovery round for not-for-profit applicants affected by natural disasters and $35,000 available for all other applicationscloses 15 July. Hundreds of Gympie residents are being evacuated ahead of what is expected to bethe worst flooding in more than twodecades, and police have found the body of a manmissingin the floodwaters. Please text or call Tony Dingle, Woolooga Camp Coordinator direct on phone: 0429 480 138 to request assistance or to volunteer. Severe weather could impact areas further north over the coming days after Tropical cyclone Tiffany strengthened to category 2 as it approached Cape York Peninsula. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts. Assists community groups affected by natural disaster and through its Community Grants program. Location Height of River (m) Tendency Date/Time of Observation, Obi Obi Ck at Baroon Pocket Dam Alert -0.16 Rising 01:50 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Conondale Alert 2.15 Falling 01:37 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Bellbird Creek TM 3.36 Falling 01:15 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Kenilworth H/S Alert 4.80 Falling 01:51 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Moy Pocket TM 10.03 Falling 01:15 PM SAT 08/01/22, Yabba Ck at Borumba Dam HW Alert 1.55 Falling 01:09 PM SAT 08/01/22, Yabba Ck at Imbil Alert 5.49 Falling 01:02 PM SAT 08/01/22, Kandanga Ck at Hygait TM 5.32 Steady 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Dagun Pocket Alert 11.86 Falling 01:54 PM SAT 08/01/22, Six Mile Ck at Lake MacDonald Dam Alert 95.83 Steady 01:46 PM SAT 08/01/22, Six Mile Ck at Cooran TM 7.25 Steady 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Deep Ck at Cedar Pocket Dam HW Alert 101.62 Steady 01:50 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Gympie Alert 11.31 Rising 01:47 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Fishermans Pocket TM 13.18 Rising 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Wide Bay Ck at Brooyar TM 9.45 Falling 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Miva TM 19.47 Steady 01:00 PM SAT 08/01/22, Munna Ck at Marodian TM 16.72 Steady 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Home Park 20.33 Rising 01:15 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Tiaro Alert 17.35 Rising 01:54 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary River at Owanyilla Alert 10.85 Rising 01:54 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at The Barrage TM 9.45 Rising 01:05 PM SAT 08/01/22, Tinana Ck at Tagigan Rd 5.88 Steady 01:00 PM SAT 08/01/22, Tinana Ck at Bauple East TM 10.94 Steady 01:20 PM SAT 08/01/22, Tinana Ck at Teddington Weir TM 10.80 Falling 01:54 PM SAT 08/01/22, Tinana Ck at Tinana Barrage TM 5.09 Rising 01:00 PM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Maryborough 5.10 Rising 11:50 AM SAT 08/01/22, Mary R at Portside Alert 5.36 Rising 01:38 PM SAT 08/01/22. It boasted a fine music hall in which his daughter, Miss Mabel Cox performed and taught music students. The severe floods in southeast Queensland this week have forced hundreds of residents to flee the town of Gympie and have cut off major roads, after intense rain battered the state for several. As rain continued to fall overnight, the Bureau of Meteorology expectedthe water to keep rising higher than the February 1999 flood level of 21.95 metres. The Bureau of Meteorology says significant river and creek level rises have been noted this morning in the Mary River and Tinana Creek. The Mary River at Miva is currently at 19.81 metres and rising, with major flooding. Sunday am update: Flood peak passes through Gympie, Group raise more than $160K for Gympie causes, Were listening: Powerlink tells residents. Homeowners in the Gympie Region whose property was flood damaged by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Seth (29 December 2021 10 January 2022) or the South East Queensland Rainfall and Flooding 22 February 5 April 2022) can be considered for initiatives under the program including repair and retrofitting with flood-resilient design, house raising, or the voluntary buy back of high-risk properties. Heavy rain in the Mary River catchment on 89 January 2011 led to flooding at Maryborough and Gympie. The next warning will be issued by 06:00 pm EST on Saturday 08 January 2022. Significant rainfall and flooding events have occurred in the Gympie region during 2022. Floodwaters continue to creep higher in Gympie's CBD. Menu Skip to content. Flooding and strong rises are being observed in the Tinana Creek catchment, with moderate flooding at Tagigan Rd. Key points: The Mary River is expected to peak at Gympie this afternoon or evening Authorities expect the flood to be less severe than February's disaster Low-lying businesses are already being inundated The Mary River at Miva peaked at 19.86 metres around 8pm Saturday, and is currently at 19.11 metres and falling, with major flooding. Phone: 1300 327 624 orwww.ruralaid.org.au, QCWAadministers the Public Rural Crisis Fund provides support for Queensland women and families suffering from natural disasters or other crises. With forecast rainfall the river level may exceed the peak level from the February 1999 (18.43 m) flood during Sunday. The Mary River at Moy Pocket may reach around 16.80 metres Sunday morning, with moderate flooding. The next warning will be issued by 10:00 am EST on Sunday 09 January 2022. This includes flooding from ex-tropical cyclone Seth from 7-9 January 2022, South East Queensland Flooding February 2022, and further flooding in May 2022. This January our region has again experienced the flooding which follows severe weather events particularly cyclones. However main towns such as Maryborough and Gympie recorded loss of life and major flooding. Richard Davies is the founder of floodlist.com and reports on flooding news, flood insurance, protection and defence issues. For more information and to apply go tohttps://www.qrida.qld.gov.au/business. Origin of Name It is now widely accepted that Gympie, officially named in 1868, is a local Aboriginal word gimpi gimpi for a stinging tree. The next warning will be issued by 08:00 am EST on Sunday 27 February 2022. Ms Palaszczuk said the Ipswich Mayor had advised there was flooding in Rosewood, Grandchester and Mount Walker. Here we go again, with catchments already saturated from the January floods and subsequent wet weather, the Mary River was primed for a major flood event and. The Rattler Railway Company has responded tentatively to the Gympie Regional Council's separation offer. A severe weather warning remains in place for much of South East Queensland. Additional rises are possible with forecast rainfall. Life Memories. In Gympie, the Mary River is right now rising and flooding the centre of town.It's tipped to reach heights not seen in more than 20 years, triggering a race . The major flood warning, issued at 2pm, says floodwaters are now threatening Maryborough. (This is a condensed version of that report.). ", STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE QUEENSLAND FLOOD HERE. Police and emergency services were called to reports of a man and teenage girl caught in floodwaters in Booubyjan near Gympie in the early hours of 08 January. Banks:Some banks are also offering emergency financial assistance including disaster packages. This includes flooding from ex-tropical cyclone Seth from 7-9 January 2022, South East Queensland Flooding February 2022, and further flooding in May 2022 and July 2022. The waters have burst into the private residences are under water. Effect of sea level rise or sea level change can be seen on the map. Please press 5 for help with flood-related issues for escalation. Please be patient as these groups get back on track. This includes flooding from ex-tropical cyclone Seth from 7-9 January 2022, South East Queensland Flooding February 2022, and further flooding in May 2022. A flood-hit area of southeast Queensland will take years to recover from a "once in a lifetime" disaster, the mayor of rain-ravaged Gympie says. Lake Macdonald on Six Mile Creek received 350mm of rain in the past 24 hours and is at 163 per cent capacity. The Bureau of Meteorology reports widespread two-day rainfall totals of 100-500 mm since 9am Thursday, with is isolated higher totals up to 950 mm. All the farmers crops have been destroyed. His body was found on Saturday afternoon in Goomboorian. The Mary River at Miva is expected to remain above the major flood level (15.50 m) on Saturday. When did the flood of 1893 occur in Queensland? Similar and others. The Mary River at Tiaro is currently at 20.60 metres and rising, with major flooding. Many of the houses in the low lying part of Mary Street are still submerged, and it cannot be ascertained whether they are upset or are swept from their foundation. We reported in our previous issue that the water had reached the floor of the Theatre Royal (now the Royal Hotel on the corner of Monkland and Mary Streets) and since then the rain has been falling almost continuously. ABC Wide Bay will deliver a wrap of the week's news, stories and photos every Thursday. For more information and to apply go to www.justice.qld.gov.au/initiatives/community-grants. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. Emergency alerts were issued by the Gympie Regional Council and Scenic Rim Regional Council on Friday amid warnings of dangerous flash flooding and road closures. The river level may peak around 14.00 metres later Sunday morning. The flood-waters are still rising at the, Copyright All rights reserved. "It's just going to be a slower build for me I would have liked to get stuck into it earlier, but just living at times, just getting by, is a bit of a struggle.". It is a living document that will be updated to respond to changing circumstances as required. A significant number of businesses have been inundated. For more information, go towww.racq.com.au/about-us/community/racq-foundation. (3.3m) above the flood of 1870 until the present the highest recorded on Gympie. A Major Flood Warning issued for the Mary River at 3:35, Sunday 27 February 2022 has confirmed that major flooding in Gympie has officially exceeded the February 1999 level, rated the biggest of that century. Search for: Email Address: Receive notifications of new posts by email . Figures from Australias Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) show that in a 24 hour period to 08 January, Marodian recorded 674 mm of rain, Mount Kanigan in Gympie recorded 649.8 mm and Miva 572 mm. The Gympie Times and Mary River Gazette carried this report on 11 February 1893. Mr Lawlor, from Gympie, was among thehalf a million people affected by the floods that tore a path of destruction through south-east Queensland in February 2022. The roof of some house has been carried off and deposited in front of Mr. Sudburys premises in Monkland Street, and lower down Mary Street, the veranda of the tenement lately occupied by Mr. J. Ireland has collapsed. Major flooding is now occurring at Maryborough, where a peak below the 2013 flood is expected later Sunday. www.givit.org.au, Well HQ Gympie Region is an online space for Gympie Region small business owners and employees to access tailored tools and information designed to connect an individual (or business) to wellbeing resources and mental health information. Assists directly impacted small business. On February 1, 1893, a cyclone crossed the Queensland coast near Rockhampton causing major flooding. Moderate flooding may occur along the Mary River to Gympie. Rainfall on the morning of the 2nd date already published. Gympie residents and those stranded here by flood waters, woke this morning to a region experiencing its biggest flood for more than 120 years. A Rattler spokesperson said the deal, which has been on the 2023 Gympie Today Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. Renewed rises are occurring due to heavy falls Saturday night. Mal Dodt has lived in Gympie for 51 years and has never seen anything like this. Mr. Grants are available for groups impacted by the January and February 2022 Floods. Remember: If its flooded, forget it. The greatest flood recorded at 25.45 metres (83 feet six inches). There to grant relief in urgent cases. 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In a desperate bid to raise and rebuild the home he shares with his wife and six children, Mr Lawlor enquired aboutthe Queensland government's $741 million Resilient Homes Fund. The back yards and verandas of most of the higher buildings present a curious appearance with all sorts of articles hung out to dry, and resemble nothing so much as second hand clothes shops. "I think the state and federal bodies need to not just look at the numbers, but look at the social aspect to what you're asking people to do. The Mary River at Tiaro will remain above the major flood level (12.00 m) through the weekend and into next week. The south-east Queensland city has been inundated with floodwater and Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said up to 700 residents were being told to leave Saturday afternoon. Group raise more than $160K for Gympie causes, Were listening: Powerlink tells residents. A range of community, recreation and sporting facilities have been impacted by the floods. Significant river and creek level rises are being observed across the catchment during Sunday morning. Flooding came after intense rain in the Gympie and Fraser Coast Regions on 08 January 2022 brought by the remnants of tropical cyclone Seth. Blazeaid has established a camp at Woolooga to service the Gympie region. And the floodwaters are likely to be with us well into next week, forecasters say. This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. This January our region has again experienced the flooding which follows severe weather events particularly cyclones. Mr Richard Cox owned the Apollonian Hotel at Apollonian Vale in Gympie. per hour. Search any location in Australia to find nearby active incidents, Stay up-to-date with local coverage on ABC Radio, the emergency broadcaster. Remember: If its flooded, forget it. Every flood is regrettable for the loss of life, damage to livestock and crops and destruction of dwellings and buildings. Figures from Australia's Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) show that in a 24 hour period to 08 January, Marodian recorded 674 mm of rain, Mount Kanigan in Gympie recorded 649.8 mm and Miva 572 mm. preserving the memories of the Gympie region. The flood water reached its highest point at, 3 oclock on Saturday morning (says the same paper of the 6th) having risen to a height of 11ft 7in. Borumba Dam,which flows into the Mary River upstream of Gympie, is at 143 per cent capacity and spilling into Yabba Creek. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you could be cut off by floodwaters, make preparations. The Mary River at Miva is expected to remain above the major flood level (15.50 m) on Sunday morning and into Sunday afternoon. Between that and a pay-out from his insurer, hehopesto make his family home more liveable again. A 15 metre high wall of water was observed roaring down the Stanley River Gorge where it flowed into the upper reaches of the Brisbane River. Ball, One Mile, and Mr. Bwald, have been deposited. Call the NDIS National Contact Centre on 1800 800 110. 10/03/2022. The Gympie Times and Mary River Gazette carried this report on 11 February 1893. Tweet; . On Sunday morning, the sun came out in full force, and with the exception of a few showers, the weather was fair. Tozers paddock is like a small settlement, and off the lower portion of the ground two houses, said to belong to Mr. A. As the water receded the work of clearing the debris from the main streets and the flooded buildings, was carried on with vigour, and by the evening many of the business premises in upper Mary Street were cleaned out. What was the rainfall in Gympie on the 2nd date already published. It comes as Goomeri residents told The Gympie Times on Tuesday the clean-up effort was swift, with most of the damage already repaired, but one street still resembling something from a disaster movie. These numbers will start as 934 or 982 and also have 16 digits. On Sunday morning, the sun came out in full force, and with the exception of a few showers, the weather was fair. Gympie Family History Society This January our region has again experienced the flooding which follows severe weather events particularly cyclones. The river level may exceed the major flood level (9m) late Sunday morning. The Mary River at Gympie is currently at 22.91 metres and rising, with major flooding. Applyfor grants to assist with removing items by contacting the Community Recovery Hotline on 1800 173 349 or visitGympie Community Place at 18 Excelsior Road, Gympie between the hours of 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday. Home; About Us. Location Height of River (m) Tendency Date/Time of Observation, Obi Obi Ck at Baroon Pocket Dam Alert 2.08 Rising 03:20 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Conondale Alert 3.85 Rising 03:25 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Bellbird Creek Alert 6.54 Rising 03:25 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Kenilworth H/S Alert 9.45 Rising 03:21 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Moy Pocket Alert 13.93 Rising 03:25 AM SUN 27/02/22, Yabba Ck at Borumba Dam HW Alert 3.49 Rising 03:24 AM SUN 27/02/22, Yabba Ck at Imbil Alert 6.74 Rising 02:29 AM SUN 27/02/22, Kandanga Ck at Hygait TM 5.79 Rising 02:25 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Dagun Pocket Alert 17.36 Falling 06:19 AM SAT 26/02/22, Six Mile Ck at Lake MacDonald Dam Alert 95.90 Rising 03:23 AM SUN 27/02/22, Six Mile Ck at Cooran Alert 9.80 Falling 03:24 AM SUN 27/02/22, Deep Ck at Cedar Pocket Dam HW Alert 102.37 Falling 03:24 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Gympie Alert 22.91 Rising 03:07 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Fishermans Pocket TM 24.24 Rising 02:20 AM SUN 27/02/22, Wide Bay Ck at Brooyar TM 3.59 Falling 02:00 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Miva TM 19.81 Rising 02:00 AM SUN 27/02/22, Munna Ck at Marodian TM 8.58 Steady 02:25 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Home Park 17.87 Rising 02:15 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary River at Owanyilla Alert 10.70 Rising 03:25 AM SUN 27/02/22, Tinana Ck at Tagigan Rd 8.17 Rising 02:25 AM SUN 27/02/22, Tinana Ck at Bauple East TM 13.48 Steady 02:25 AM SUN 27/02/22, Tinana Ck at Teddington Weir TM 10.60 Rising 03:21 AM SUN 27/02/22, Tinana Ck at Tinana Barrage TM 6.20 Rising 03:00 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Maryborough 6.40 Rising 03:00 AM SUN 27/02/22, Mary R at Portside Alert 6.40 Rising 02:58 AM SUN 27/02/22. NLIS tags will start with the Letter Q and be 16 digits eg QABC1234XBA12345 they may have microchips. The Mary River rose to more than 20 metres at Gympie, with up to 415mm of rain falling in the Mary River catchment upstream of the town over the past 24 hours. Cullinanes drapery premises have also been further advanced towards the road and occupies half the footpath. Have you been seriously affected by the recent flood events? "In some of the businesses like the Royal Hotel, mate, if you weren't in there without a submarine or a snorkel, you will not be having a beer," Mr Hartwig said. $50,000 maximum grant amount. Family Assistance is open Mon, Wed and Fri from 12pm to 3pm for food hampers. Moderate flooding is occurring along the Six Mile Creek at Cooran Sunday morning. Gympie Mayor Glen Hartwig sayssome residents took matters into their own hands after learning of the "impractical" height requirements. Moderate to major flooding is occurring along the Mary River to Gympie. It is impossible to estimate the damage at present, but it will run into thousands of pounds. What date did Gympie flood 2022? Mrs. Gympie 100+ flood victims to change the look of the Gympie landscape. The Mary River at Dagun Pocket peaked at 13.14 metres (moderate flood level 13.0m) around 11:30 pm Saturday 08 January and is currently at 12.96 metres and falling, with minor flooding. Police investigations are continuing. The Queensland city of Gympie has been hit by the largest flood in more than 100 years, with more than 1000 properties submerged in floodwaters. The nearby station at Portside is currently 5.36 m and rising. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. "I would need to get so many variations it would effectively be a three-storey house.". "Gympie is accustomed to floods, but this is something out of the bag," Mr Hartwig said. and Darling Downs and Granite Belt forecast districts. The floodwaters, which claimed three lives in the Gympie region, forced hundreds of residents to evacuate and left thousands more without power for days, have now receded in the CBD. The Mary River at Tiaro is currently at 17.35 metres and rising, with major flooding. The Sunshine Coast was sparsely populated. Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts. Beyond Gympie itself, flooding has affectedrural communities that were devastated by flooding in January. above ordinary level, and is rising l0in. The flood water reached its highest point at, 3 oclock on Saturday morning (says the same paper of the 6th) having risen to a height of 11ft 7in. If you are unable to pay your rates, contact Council today on 1300 307 800 or emailrates@gympie.qld.gov.auto arrange a payment plan. to 12in. The Mary River at Dagun Pocket is currently at 11.86 metres and steady, with minor flooding. For him, it'san impossible request becausehe says it's not practical for his family to live in a house so high off the ground. In Mary St, businesses were almost swallowed whole by flood waters, with numerous businesses under water for days at a time. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. (1) 1893: 25.45 metres (2) 2022: 22.9 metres (3) 1898: 22 metres (4) 1999: 21.95 metres The back yards and verandas of most of the higher buildings present a curious appearance with all sorts of articles hung out to dry, and resemble nothing so much as second hand clothes shops. Bank. The Rattler Railway Company has responded tentatively to the Gympie Regional Council's separation offer. https://www.qcwa.org.au/Public-Rural-Crisis-Fund, Rural Financial Counselling Service(Gympie): phone 0428 755 708 and online at www.rfcssq.org.au, Farm and Rural Legal Service and Legal Aid: phone 1300 65 11 88, Blazeaid is a volunteer-based organisation that works with families and individuals in rural Australia after natural disasters. //disaster.gympie.qld.gov.au/ Flood Recovery Please click on [] Article by Ari Kitson / Community, Funding . (Redirected from 2022 Eastern Australia floods) The 2022 eastern Australia floods were one of the nation's worst recorded flood disasters with a series of floods that occurred from February to April in South East Queensland, the Wide Bay-Burnett and parts of coastal New South Wales. "It's floor-to-ceiling and over the roof in some areas.". One person was killed in flood waters between Gympie and Maryborough, while dozens of stranded travellers have taken refuge at Gunalda's United petrol station. A 14m flood peak is expected to pass through Gympie before river levels start to fall later in the morning, the Bureau of Meteorology has predicted. They are open 9.30am 2.30pm providing clothing, kitchenware and manchester. Remember: If its flooded, forget it. The Mary River at Moy Pocket is currently at 13.93 metres and rising, with minor flooding. The river level may exceed the height of the Mary River Bridge (22.00m) late Sunday morning. It is impossible to estimate the damage at present, but it will run into thousands of pounds. About 800 Gympie businesses and homes were impacted by floodwaters in February and many are yet to get back to normal. A Department of Public Works spokesperson sayshomes that remainbelow recommended levels canexpect to experience more frequent flooding. The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) can assist residents and property owners in the Gympie region by providing guidance and information throughout the insurance claims process. Further significant renewed river level rises are possible with forecast rainfall. On Saturday morning, SEQ Water warned increased outflows from dams could create potentially life-threatening hazards downstream. Please find information and resources below that may be of assistance to our community during these trying times. Gympie /Regional Council has just issued a warning to residents of Gympies western areas, advising that floods are impacting residents around Goomeri, Kilkivan and Tiaro. If you do find deceased or missing stock please contact council on 1300 307 800 or the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries www.daf.qld.gov.au, https://www.qbcc.qld.gov.au/cleaning-after-flood, https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/building-property-development/building-construction/natural-disasters/approvals, https://www.qbcc.qld.gov.au/home-maintenance/rebuilding-after-natural-disaster#flood, QBCC - Homeowner guide to rebuilding after a flood, Returning to a disaster-affected house or building (health.qld.gov.au), Restoring flood-affected domestic swimming and spa pools (health.qld.gov.au), Rainwater tanks affected by natural disasters (health.qld.gov.au), Dealing with mould after a storm, flood or cyclone (health.qld.gov.au), Controlling mosquito breeding after floods, storms and cyclones (health.qld.gov.au), https://www.asbestos.qld.gov.au/resources/safe-work-procedures/safe-cleanup-storm-damaged-materials-may-contain-asbestos, Public Health disaster management fact sheets - Datasets | Publications | Queensland Government, Post flood - Food premises information (Gympie Regional Council), Post flood - Public health information (Gympie Regional Council). If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. It now sits second to the biggest flood in Gympie's settlement history. The greatest amount of concentrated damage, however, appears to, have been suffered on the Great Eastern Road, where a complete settlement has been entirely swept away.. For the latest information, searchABC Emergency, For the latestweather warnings in the Northern Territory, search onABC Emergency, Follow the action from the third Test between India and Australia in Delhi in our live blog. January 13, 2022 gympieregionallibraries. Around Jane and Violet Streets. 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