Which cyclone prompted the taskforce led by Cosgrove?
Cyclone Yasi
Cyclone Tracy
Cyclone Larry
Cyclone Nargis
Answer
Cyclone Larry was a Category 5 cyclone that devastated northern Queensland, Australia in 2006. It caused significant damage to property and infrastructure, and led to the deaths of 17 people. The cyclone prompted the formation of the National Disaster Resilience Taskforce, which was led by General Peter Cosgrove. The taskforce's goal was to improve Australia's disaster preparedness and response capabilities.
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