Northern Queensland floods are yet to reach predicted levels. 

Parts of the north-east have had about a metre of rain since Friday, and a woman died when a rescue boat capsized - and parts of Townsville are evacuating.

Authorities claim the rain is currently easing - but the worst is still to come.

Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says many residents have battened down the hatches to prepare for more extreme weather.

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Northern Queensland floods are yet to reach predicted levels.&nbsp;
Parts of the north-east have had about a metre of rain since Friday, and a woman died when a rescue boat capsized - and parts of Townsville are evacuating.
Authorities claim the rain is currently easing - but the worst is still to come.
Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says many residents have battened down the hatches to prepare for more extreme weather.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the floods raging through Queensland

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