Brisbane homes rebuilt in flood-prone areas as federal government 'considers' funding | ABC News

A month on from Queensland's devastating flood disaster, thousands of families are attempting to rebuild as federal government funding for a joint support package remains up in the air.
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More than a week after the Queensland government announced a proposed package to help flood victims "build back better", the federal government has not responded to a request to split the cost.
Deputy Premier Steven Miles announced the $771 million package last Saturday, the same day the state government formally asked the Commonwealth to jointly fund the proposal.
Mr Miles said the funding has the potential to change the lives of people affected by the floods.
"I'm sure people whose houses have been inundated are disappointed the package hasn't been approved," he said.
Treasurer Cameron Dick said they want a "prompt and quick decision".
"More wild weather is predicted for Queensland in the coming week," he said.
"We don't want to muck about. It's an absolute no-brainer.
"We want to help families ... not just restore their homes but build them back better than they were."
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