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A flood approaches a small outback town surrounded by a levy

"In fact, it's the largest flooding we've had in that part of the state on record, exceeding the 1974 floods."

Two people in orange uniforms walk along a 1.5-metre high wall covered with tarp and along the bottom sand bags.

"The Birdsville Track is likely to be out of action for seven to nine months potentially as the water cuts that major north-south corridor,"
Mr Beattie said.

A road in a rural area partially under water

A military helicopter and an emergency services car in an arid landscape

A woman in a purple shirt and broad brimmed hat speaking via video call

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