C ouncilors in Brisbane, Australia are waiting for new devices to be installed which will help to stop flooding in suburban areas.
Brisbane has suffered from flooding on a number of occasions during the last couple of years and it is hoped that by installing GATE VALVESs cast iron it will help to stop storm water from rising up through the drains and on to the streets.

Early last week, Brisbane City Council revealed its plans for where the 39 one-way valves would be fitted.

The new scheme will take over four years to become operational and cost over $10 million (?6.39 million) but will drastically improve the surroundings in a region which has been on the receiving end of drastic weather conditions.

During 2014-15, one prevention valve will be installed in the western part of Queensland