A Stormont energy official says offering payouts "would not be in the long-term interests of customers".

Residents hit by severe flooding are still not able to return to their homes six months later.

Caoimhe Archibald said options were explored but under the current regulatory framework, none of those were viable.

Plans for a flood defence scheme in Tenbury Wells have been paused due to a funding shortfall.

Queensland's iconic Surfers Paradise beach looks strikingly different after the storm eroded the sand.

David Harrop from Warwickshire says a beautiful beach near Brisbane was just ripped up.

Residents are warned power may not return for days as further heavy rainfall is forecast.

Eight hours of rainfall hit Bahía Blanca, killing at least 13 people and leaving many areas under water.