Australia news live: interstate emergency teams help assess NSW floods damage; fare-free day for Sydney train passengers

Today’s coverage highlights two major updates from Australia: emergency crews from other states are pitching in to assess the damage from New South Wales' devastating floods, while Sydney train riders get a rare fare-free day—likely a small silver lining amid the chaos. The floods, fueled by record-breaking rain, are still unfolding, with interactive maps showing just how severe the deluge has been.