For many people, the most visible impact of Cyclone Alfred was the damage big waves and storm surge did to their local beaches.

The world-renowned holiday destination has seen its sandy shores washed away. Now, it’s been revealed when beachgoers could return.

At least one person died and four remain missing after Tropical Cyclone Alfred battered Australia’s east coast. But its coastal erosion, not human casualties, that have got the country talking. The Gold Coast is known for its smooth,