Queensland’s south-east and far north are grappling with the aftermath of back-to-back natural disasters, with a recovery cost exceeding $2 billion, according to state Treasurer Cameron Dick.
The devastation resulted from powerful storms hitting the Gold Coast, Logan, and Scenic Rim on Christmas and New Year’s Day, accounting for three-quarters of the total damage bill.
I speak with Executive Producer at 4EB radio station Eduardo Jordan on how his home was impacted with a long power outage on Christmas Day.
Image: A view from a water catchment at the Gold Coast. Image by Eduardo Jordan.
Produced By: Moemina Shukur
Featured In Story: Eduardo Jordan – Executive Producer at 4EB radio station
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 9 January 2024