It is deja vu for Queensland residents as they work to save property from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred rainfall.

Merv Birt has survived cyclones up north, and the devastating floods that swept through Brisbane in 1974, 2011 and 2022. But Alfred was different.

Major developers say the effects of ex-typical cyclone Alfred will exacerbate pent-up workforce shortages and productivity problems that mean every project in South East Queensland already costs 20 per cent more than it should.

Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has asked Brisbane residents to work together to set up a “Ute Army” to help with the aftermath of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

As ex-Cyclone Alfred moves inland, track rainfall totals and wind speeds at key locations in the cyclone zone.

Tropical Cyclone Alfred has passed – now downgraded to a tropical low. But do not be lured into a false sense of security. Grave dangers remain. Parts of southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales face heavy and prolonged rain this weekend.

This is the sting in Alfred’s tail. These storms are drawing down very warm, moist air from the Coral Sea in the north. If you happen to be under one of these slow-moving thunderstorms, they are getting ready to dump a lot of rain. The situation is very volatile, as the atmosphere is very unstable.

Travellers in southeast Queensland are breathing a sigh of relief as Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast airports have reopened after Cyclone Alfred. “We’re open and flights are resuming, but expect some delays and cancellations as weather conditions continue to affect operations,” Brisbane Airport said.

In Northern New South Wales, Coles has confirmed that stores in Tweed City, Murwillumbah, and Ocean Shores remain closed due to the ongoing weather conditions. In Southeast Queensland, around 28 stores are still closed, particularly in areas experiencing severe flood risks.

Brisbane will grind to a standstill on Wednesday evening, with schools closed, public transport cancelled and residents urged to stay home for at least two days.Here’s what you need to know.Schools and childcareMore than 600 state schools will be closed on Thursday and Friday across south-east Queensland,

South East Queensland and northern NSW continue to experience rain and flooding in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Follow our ongoing coverage.

Multiple suburbs across south-east Queensland are facing a flood emergency on Monday as the effects of ex tropical cyclone Alfred continue to wreak havoc in the state.