Ex-cyclone Debbie: about 50 people trapped by floods around Mackay – live

All schools in state’s south-east have been closed and employers are being urged to send staff home early. Follow all the updates live … 12.59am BSTOrganisers of the Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships on the Gold Coast have suspended competition until further notice due to Queensland’s wild weather. Beaches from Mackay to the Gold Coast have been closed. #CLOSED: All beaches from Mackay to the Gold Coast, including South Bank Lagoon. Stay out of the water! https://t.co/x