The 2008 floods were a once in whatever year event. Just like the 2010 floods that struck entire Qld, it was an unheard of experience. Many of the lower suburbs were inundated, but even in those suburbs, those on the slightly higher side of the roads escaped any damage. Luckily all of my properties are always on the right side of the road. That is when local knowledge is invaluable. For those affected, insurance claims went through the roof, and the majority of properties were fully repaired. There are some areas which are a lot more 'risky" then others, but of course, there is no guarantee that an other event like this won't happen again. Just like in Brisbane, or anywhere else in Qld. Just like in South Australia and the bush fire risk.
Looking at flood risk maps, and photos on the internet, does not guarantee that you know the spots which are considered 'safer" from future disaster. I think buying in a place like Innisfail, or Ingham or even Cairns poses a lot more risk, then buying here. The media focusses on the worst areas, to sell more papers , and get more people to watch the news.Having said that,the inner city of Mackay is the lowest area and was the area worst affected. Some people on the other side of the bridge, on the northern side, and beach suburbs, didn't even know what was going on.
I guess the cyclone and flood risk is always there though, especially in these climatic upheaval days. But then again, Adelaide and Melbourne could burn this next summer as well.Sydney could have a terrorist attack, and Brisbane could go under again. Who knows. At the end of the day,people still need a roof over their head. i don't need to look at the statistics. When you live in a place for over 30 years ,you kinda know each street like the back of your hand,and when there is a disaster, all you need to do is hop in your car and take a look.
Looking at flood risk maps, and photos on the internet, does not guarantee that you know the spots which are considered 'safer" from future disaster. I think buying in a place like Innisfail, or Ingham or even Cairns poses a lot more risk, then buying here. The media focusses on the worst areas, to sell more papers , and get more people to watch the news.Having said that,the inner city of Mackay is the lowest area and was the area worst affected. Some people on the other side of the bridge, on the northern side, and beach suburbs, didn't even know what was going on.
I guess the cyclone and flood risk is always there though, especially in these climatic upheaval days. But then again, Adelaide and Melbourne could burn this next summer as well.Sydney could have a terrorist attack, and Brisbane could go under again. Who knows. At the end of the day,people still need a roof over their head. i don't need to look at the statistics. When you live in a place for over 30 years ,you kinda know each street like the back of your hand,and when there is a disaster, all you need to do is hop in your car and take a look.
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