Victorian authorities say residents in Kerang face being cut off for a week after SES conducts 650 flood rescues

Daniel Andrews announces a $351m emergency package to begin recovery from the floods

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Victoria's premier, Daniel Andrews, has announced a $351m emergency package to begin flood recovery in parts of the state, as residents in the rural town of Kerang are urged to leave or risk facing more than a week of isolation.

On Monday there were 60 warnings issued across the state, including evacuation orders for Charlton on the Avoca River, Bunbartha in Greater Shepparton and Echuca along the Murray River.

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