Tropical Cyclone Hits Northeast Australia

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Cyclone Batters Australian Coast
A powerful tropical cyclone has hit Australia's north-east coast, packing winds of up to 290km/h (180mph).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/4823580.stm