Tropical Storm system may bring heavy rain to parts of Australia:Media sources indicate that a tropical storm system has formed and has been moving westwards north of Broome, Australia. The Northern Territory and Western Australia regions could reportedly face heavy rainfall due to the storm’s passage. The path of the cyclone remains uncertain; however, landfall remains possible in the coming days.

The designated operator of Australia, Australia Post, wishes to inform that it has regained access to the areas affected by tropical cyclone Alfred and that the collection and delivery of mail will resume as usual with effect from 17 March 2025. 

As Cyclone Alfred approaches Queensland’s coast, the situation is considered both dangerous and dynamic.

Currently a category two cyclone, it’s expected to make landfall from Thursday afternoon to Friday morning, somewhere between the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast in south-east Queensland. A significant threat to the region, with the potential for damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and life-threatening flooding, The Bureau of Meteorology has not ruled out the possibility of the cyclone intensifying to a category three. Coastal erosion and significant coastal hazard warnings have been issued for nearly 1,000 km of the Australian East Coast.

Authorities have already taken precautionary measures, including the closure of hundreds of schools and cancellation of all major public events. The Federal Government has also triggered a “period of emergency”.

Australia Post have advised they are experiencing major delays in moving any postal traffic. Postal items will experience significant delays. We will keep informed of progress.

Heavy thunderstorms have lead to floods in Adelaide. Adelaide, South Australia has been experiencing floods after several consecutive days of heavy rain. Several roads are believed to be blocked due to falling trees and high water. Business transport disruptions are highly likely.