'We were filthy, and we worked like dogs': Memories of Cyclone Tracy 50 years on

Update: 2024-12-25

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In the early hours of Christmas Day, 1974, Darwin was changed forever. 50 years ago Cyclone Tracy claimed the lives of 66 people, destroying most of the town. 19 year old sailor Sue Bigham was there that day - and in the weeks following. This is her story.

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'We were filthy, and we worked like dogs': Memories of Cyclone Tracy 50 years on

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'We were filthy, and we worked like dogs': Memories of Cyclone Tracy 50 years on

'We were filthy, and we worked like dogs': Memories of Cyclone Tracy 50 years on