Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has cautioned the public about ongoing flood risks in Queensland and New South Wales following ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Significant power outages and flooding impacts persist, with financial assistance available for affected residents who have lost income.
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