Historical Images — South Brisbane RSS

(7 February 1974) The Worst Disaster in Australia for 80 years, as floods sweep through the streets of Brisbane. Damage is estimated at £340 million. Twelve people are known to have died.

Looking from the New Farm end of Bowen Terrace, across Kangaroo Point, the Brisbane River and the Botanic Gardens

With the "William Jolly Bridge" turning 90 today, it is a good time to look at other river crossings at the same location.

(14 February 1974) After the devastating floods in Brisbane, Australia, the Australians begin the task of assessing the damage and cleaning up.