And a move from the state opposition to ban the sale of machetes hasn't received support in parliament, being voted down.

And a move from the state opposition to ban the sale of machetes hasn't received support in parliament, being voted down.

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It was introduced in December last year thanks to Daniels Law. 

It was introduced in December last year thanks to Daniels Law.&nbsp;

It comes after sudden heavy rainfall over the weekend, some areas recording nearly 500mm.

It comes after sudden heavy rainfall over the weekend, some areas recording nearly 500mm.