The 2011 Australian floods refer to a series of floods in north-eastern Australia, primarily in the state of Queensland.
The floods have resulted in the evacuation of thousands of people from the affected towns and cities. At least 22 towns and over 200,000 people have been affected. Damage has been initially estimated at around AU$1bn (£650m). Vast areas of Southern and Central Queensland were affected by the flood.
Approximately 300 roads were closed, including nine major highways. Coal railway lines were closed and numerous mine sites flooded. Fruit and vegetable prices have increased significantly as a result of the flooding.
A national appeal was established on 29 December, with both the state and federal governments giving AU$1 million each.
The floods have resulted in the evacuation of thousands of people from the affected towns and cities. At least 22 towns and over 200,000 people have been affected. Damage has been initially estimated at around AU$1bn (£650m). Vast areas of Southern and Central Queensland were affected by the flood.
Approximately 300 roads were closed, including nine major highways. Coal railway lines were closed and numerous mine sites flooded. Fruit and vegetable prices have increased significantly as a result of the flooding.
A national appeal was established on 29 December, with both the state and federal governments giving AU$1 million each.