History talk: Cyclone Mahina: Australia’s deadliest storm
In 1899, one of the most intense cyclones ever recorded smashed into the Queensland coast and killed more than 300 people. Cyclone Mahina destroyed the Thursday Island pearling fleets and is credited as being the world's highest storm surge.Join journalist Ian Townsend as he explores some of the myths and misconceptions about this cyclone, revealing stories of the people who were there.This is an Out of the Port free lunchtime talk, presented by State Library’s John Oxley Library and the Department of Environmental and Resource Management.
When: Wed 19 Oct 2011, 12:30 pm - Venue: State Library of Queensland, Auditorium 2, level 2Cost: FreeBookings: No booking required. Bring your lunch!
http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on/calevents/general/talks/port/mahina