Australia’s north-east is expecting more heavy rainfall that will only worsen the already flooded state.

Canberra's Bureau of Meteorology said some parts of Queensland have the potential for flash flooding and this may contribute to existing flooding situation with water levels expected to fall very slowly in the Rockhampton.

St. George is preparing for flood waters to peak during the weekend reaching close to 14 meters. The town has already built levees in preparation for flood peak but its no surprise the anticipation has made residents worried.

"To watch your lovely homes that were restored over the last 10 months go under again, it's very heartbreaking and no doubt people are feeling down in the dumps and a little bit bitter," Balonne Shire Mayor Donna Stewart told ABC.

Queensland’s major industries like coal-mining and farming have suffered the effects of the flood with US$1 billion predicted lost on coking coal mine production. The disaster has also displaced 200,000 people and cut off supply in 40 towns as well as killed thousands of animals.

Rockhampton Mayor Brad Carter has decided to cut off emergency supplies to people refusing to abandon flooded areas. "We have taken a decision, and we make it very clear, that we cannot put emergency services resources at risk bringing in those supplies," Carter said. "They have to now respect and understand that because they make that choice... they will not be getting resupply of essential services, goods and grocery items provided by emergency services personnel."