An RAAF C-130 Hercules has been dispatched from RAAF Base Richmond to carry essential supplies to the flood-affected NSW opal mining town of Lightning Ridge.
The aircraft was scheduled to make two trips to the state’s north, delivering over 19 tonnes of groceries, provisions and drinking water.
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Meanwhile, ADF personnel assisting with flood relief in South West Queensland have returned to their home units after providing aerial reconnaissance in the Roma area.
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