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MEMORIES COME FLOODING BACK FOR MAITLAND FLOOD SURVIVORS

As the world witnesses the devastation caused by floods in Pakistan, the people of Maitland today paused to remember its natural disaster.

The 1955 flood affected thousands of lives, and now a DVD offers new insight into the experiences of survivors.

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Mitchell Hughes

Mitchell Hughes started as a tape editor in Newcastle in 1999. He became a reporter in 2004, working in Lismore and on the Gold Coast. Since moving back to the Newcastle office in 2006, he's taken on various roles, such as producer and chief of staff. He became the head sport reporter in 2011 and the main sport presenter in 2015.

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9 Comments

  1. Hi
    I’m interested in getting a copy of the1955 Maitland flood DVD – my father was one of the Army personnel who helped rescue people. Can you tell me where I can get the DVD please?

    regards

    Marilyne Cheers

  2. Hi,
    my uncle was in one of the surf club boats used in the flood I also would like to get the dvd

    Regards
    Fiona

  3. Saw a clip of the DVD. Husband very interested in it. Where can one be purchased.Thanks.Gayle

  4. My Dad was 12 years old when the floods were on in Maitland. I would also like to know how to obtain a copy of the dvd to get another perspective of this event in our local history.

  5. My father was in one of the surf boats whch participated in the Maitland floods. i would love to purchase a copy of the dvd for him for father’s day. Can you help me out please?

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