I could've ranted on here about stuff that is going on in my life, but really, it is trivial compared to what's going on in my country at the moment. 75% of one of our largest states in Australia has been affected by a massive flood, with other states following suit. Up to 40,000 homes in Queensland's capital city of Brisbane alone with 12 confirmed dead (so far) and 67 missing 
Click here for a still-image slideshow of what's happening right now.
In true Australian spirit, our Prime Minister's flood relief appeal has already raised some AU$35,000,000. Nice to live in a country where we still all help one another in tough times. I personally don't live near any of the flooding but the heart still breaks thinking of all the families that are currently surrounded by water.
Click here for a still-image slideshow of what's happening right now.
In true Australian spirit, our Prime Minister's flood relief appeal has already raised some AU$35,000,000. Nice to live in a country where we still all help one another in tough times. I personally don't live near any of the flooding but the heart still breaks thinking of all the families that are currently surrounded by water.
sane69:
This is just the start they say. Saw on the news there are sharks in the water. Think there expecting a cyclone within the next week.
adornedinashes:
That is terrible! However it is a good thing to know that your countrymen will give what they can to help the others out, great example of humanity doing what it should. I hope it works out soon for the people that are out of their homes! You and yours are in my thoughts for sure.