Cyclone Tracy, Memories

Cyclone Tracy memorial pays tribute to survivors' 'unbreakable spirit'
The prime minister has joined survivors from Darwin and around the country to mark five decades since Cyclone Tracy, one of the worst natural disasters in Australian history.
'We were filthy, and we worked like dogs': Memories of Cyclone Tracy 50 years on
In the early hours of Christmas Day, 1974, Darwin was changed forever. 50 years ago Cyclone Tracy claimed the lives of 66 people, destroying most of the town. 19 year old sailor Sue Bigham was there that day - and in the weeks following.
Survivors mourn dead as 50-year Cyclone Tracy memorial unveiled
A new memorial to the victims of Cyclone Tracy has been unveiled in Darwin this morning, 50 years on from the devastating tragedy.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Governor General Sam Mostyn both spoke at the event,
Survivors mark 50 years since Cyclone Tracy left Darwin 'in ruins'
The prime minister has joined survivors from Darwin and around the country to mark five decades since Cyclone Tracy, one of the worst natural disasters in Australian history.
50 years on: Cyclone Tracy's devastation still haunts Darwin survivors
In the early hours of Christmas Day 1974, a tropical cyclone swept through Darwin... leaving an indelible mark on the city and its people. Severe Tropical Cyclone Tracy is regarded as one of the most significant cyclones in Australia's history.
'Nothing left': Cyclone Tracy survivor recalls night of terror 50 years on
Cyclone Tracy tore a path of destruction through Darwin that would take years to repair. Gusts reached 217km/h before measuring instruments failed, and 66 people were killed as buildings blew apart all over the city. "And we could feel the pressure, even indoors – the pressure was pushing at the house."
Big move 50 years on from Cyclone Tracy
Survivors of “the destructive force of nature at its very worst” have gathered with politicians to mark 50 years since the Australian tragedy.
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The unhappy true story behind iconic Cyclone Tracy image, as told by the late subject’s daughter
Ms Venslovas said four days before Cyclone Tracy, the family had travelled to Port Augusta, from where her father took a ...
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A city renewed after Cyclone Tracy tragedy: Jared Archibald, Steven Farram reflect on rebuild
Thousands left Darwin after Cyclone Tracy, some for safety, some for good. But the strength of many built up a new, ...
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‘Not forgotten’: PM pays tribute to Cyclone Tracy victims 50 years on
Fifty years ago, soon after midnight on Christmas Day 1974, Cyclone Tracy tore through Darwin, leaving a trail of ...
50 years ago, Cyclone Tracy flattened Darwin – and Australia’s attitude to disasters changed forever
Exactly 50 years ago, on Christmas Eve 1974, Cyclone Tracy struck Darwin and left a trail of devastation. It remains one of ...
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Chaos, trauma, smuggled booze: Melbourne Herald reporter Alistair Smith recalls Cyclone Tracy
“Darwin has been hit by a big cyclone,” she told us. It soon became obvious that Cyclone Tracy was not your regular ...
Program: Calls for greater recognition of ADF Cyclone Tracy rescuers
Fifty years on from Cyclone Tracy, members of the Australian Defence Force who assisted with the rescue and recovery mission ...
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Cyclone Tracy: Aftermath and recovery explored in new documentary
A new Darwin-produced documentary focusing on the recovery effort following Cyclone Tracy will debut on the small screen on ...