PREMIUM News Rochester flooding, in photos By Michael Lloyd Jan 9, 2024 Underwater: Water in the caravan park. Photo by Laura Buckley Campaspe News captured some of the water across Rochester as the Campaspe River peaked on Tuesday morning. Terrible sight: Priory St in Rochester is submerged in 30cm of water. Photo by Laura Buckley Isolated: A home in Rochester is cut off from the town, awaiting the waters to subside. Photo by Laura Buckley Overwhelming: Water, water everywhere due to the Campaspe bursting its river banks. Photo by Laura Buckley Heartening: Dusty Rose Essentials owner Brooke Hewitt talks with Federal Member of Nicholls Sam Birrell. Ms Hewitt was relieved that she had not been impacted after just moving back into her shop after having 85cm of water through the store in 2022. Photo by Laura Buckley Minor flooding: Rochester Caravan Park was covered in water due to the heavy downpour. Photo by Laura Buckley Relief: Water gushes out of the river on to the street near the Campaspe River. Photo by Laura Buckley Unfortunate: Rochester Caravan Park is subjected to rising water from the Campaspe River. Photo by Laura Buckley Tough: Sandbags that were placed Monday afternoon by volunteers at Major’s IGA, were being removed by the ADF Tuesday morning. Photo by Laura Buckley Covered: Water envelops part of the footy ground, with seating partly submerged. Photo by Laura Buckley Restricted: Water covers roads in Rochester, limiting traffic movements. Photo by Laura Buckley Careful: A 4WD slowly navigates the water on Mackay St, careful not to create t0o many waves while doing so. Photo by Laura Buckley Concerning: The caravan park is swamped. Photo by Laura Buckley Bad news: Floodwaters impact the footy ground, with only the oval left dry, due to its raised position. Photo by Laura Buckley No go: SES places signs to remind road users not to enter floodwater. Photo by Laura Buckley Shambles: The Rochester skatepark is left with a large volume of water due to the heavy downpour Sunday evening. Photo by Laura Buckley Distressing: A Rochester resident walks along Victoria St inspecting the damage brought by the higher river level. Photo by Laura Buckley Vigilant: An SES vehicle patrols the area in response to the minor flood that struck Rochester. Photo by Laura Buckley Levels: Another mark to add. Photo by Laura Buckley Clean-up starts: Army personnel in Rochester on Tuesday. Photo by Laura Buckley So close: Ramsay St, Rochester. Photo by Laura Buckley Solidarity: Federal Member for Nicholls Sam Birrell and Campaspe Shire Councillor Paul Jarman in Rochester on Tuesday. Photo by Laura Buckley By Michael Lloyd Related Stories News The crucial 72: How to ensure safety in the face of disasterIn the face of a natural disaster, the first 72 hours are crucial for safety and survival - and it all starts with being prepared. By Jemma Jones News Step back in time with the Retro Art ExhibitionThe Customs House Gallery unveiled a fresh new exhibition on Friday, September 13. By Lua Ikenasio News Transform waste into rich soil with green binsKennaugh’s Garden Centre is encouraging locals to make use of their green waste bins so it can continue to make rich soil for blooming gardens. By Lua Ikenasio News Nicholls group seek leaders to contest federal seatAn electoral showdown could be brewing in Nicholls. By Ryan Bellingham Newsletter Delivered Monday, Wednesday & Friday Subscribe to Newsletter Most Popular News New artworks unveiled in Moama News Inspirational brothers complete 221km journey News Frosty reception as Victorian Government withdraws funding for chilled food aid AFL Guide to the Geelong-Lions AFL preliminary final Sport Moama star shares Murray League top honour
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