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Man found dead in Queensland floods named as former councillor and One Nation candidate

Former Fraser Coast councillor James Hansen, 57, has been identified as the man found dead in floodwaters at Boompa, police say. He served on the Fraser Coast regional council from 2012 to 2024 and ran for One Nation in 2017. Mayor George Seymour called his death a great loss to the community. Police have begun an investigation and will prepare a report for the coroner. Separately, six campers were rescued from flood waters at Leyburn on the Southern Downs.

Man found dead in Queensland floods named as former councillor and One Nation candidate
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Man found dead in floodwaters after four-day deluge

A man's body has been found in floodwaters at Boompa on Queensland's Fraser Coast. Police said he was declared dead after being found in Smothering Creek on Boompa Road, and an investigation has begun. Separately, six campers were rescued after becoming stranded by floodwaters at a public campground in Leyburn, in the Southern Downs. Torrential rain across Queensland from Thursday to Monday has left rivers and roads flooded, with more rain and flooding forecast.

Man found dead in floodwaters after four-day deluge

CANCELLED: WATCH AND ACT for Laidley and Glenore Grove as at 12pm Monday, 26 October

An emergency alert for flash flooding in Laidley and Glenore Grove has been cancelled. Earlier, Lockyer Valley Regional Council had issued a watch and act warning at 12pm on Monday, 26 October. Flash flooding was occurring in Laidley Creek and could affect roads, with some closures in place. People in a life-threatening situation should phone Triple Zero (000) immediately. Non-life-threatening storm damage can be reported to SES on 132 500.

CANCELLED: WATCH AND ACT for Laidley and Glenore Grove as at 12pm Monday, 26 October

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