Tales from the Flood

Tales from the flood is a video series of four real-life, human impact stories from the 2022 floods in Queensland. Storytellers share their personal experiences and – at times – emotional journey, offering their insights and learnings.

Watch Tanya, a shop owner from Grantham on YouTube.
Watch Simone and Kanchan, members of Karana Downs Region Disaster Community Support on YouTube.
Watch Luke, a dairy farmer from Regency Downs on YouTube.
Watch Gerry and Lynn, residents of Maryborough on YouTube.

Useful Resources

Explore to find heaps of simple, actionable tips about how to Get Ready.

Home maintenance scene
Get your home ready for extreme weather. See home maintenance checklist for how to Get Ready.
Pier on beach with stormy sky
Local councils are the first point of call Queenslanders should turn to for information and direction at the time of a natural disaster. Find your local disaster dashboard or website here >>
Dog under blanket
In emergency situations, pets are often the most vulnerable members of the family. Have you thought about how to protect your pet in severe weather Find out more here -
Cattle
It’s important to have a plan to ensure your property, livestock and business is ready for severe weather. • Download the Livestock Severe Weather Emergency Plan here.
Paddock with smoke and fire
Learn about 5 of the best digital services you should have on your phone so you can stay connected and informed during a natural disaster. Find them here.