Queensland Premier Campbell Newman (L) has launched the Queensland Flood Appeal. Source: AAP
QUEENSLAND Premier Campbell Newman has launched the Queensland Flood Appeal.
He kick-started the appeal with a $1 million state donation and encouraged all Queenslanders to give to help those in need.
"The destructive force of the weather caused by Cyclone Oswald has affected communities from the Cape to the NSW border," Mr Newman said.
"Financial support at times like these can make a huge difference to the lives of those affected."
Meanwhile, Brisbane Mayor Graham Quirk needs up to 150 volunteers to help fill sandbags as riverside suburbs prepare for potential flooding.
Mr Quirk said already 1800 sandbags have been handed out since Friday but demand is expected to increase on Monday.
He said about 1500 homes, 2100 units and 1250 businesses would potentially be impacted by flooding.
It is expected to start at Moggill, in Brisbane's southwest, on Monday night, as the weekend's heavy downpours and floodwaters flow into river catchments.
The appeal is being run in conjunction with the Red Cross.
"This is a particularly distressing time for a lot of people as they won't know the extent of damage to their homes until the floods and storms pass through," Red Cross Queensland director Matthew Cox said.
"Coming so soon after the 2010/11 disasters, this is a heavy blow for many communities."
The Red Cross is on the ground assisting flood-affected communities.
Appeal funds will be distributed through an independent committee, with community input.
To donate, go to www.redcross.org.au
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