[2010 Oct] LOTS of rain in Central Ausralia!  That is the Todd River in Alice Springs. Normally it might flood Approx. once in 27 years. These photos are from late feb Anyway After 3 unprecedented floodings in a year (2010) she might be up and running. Most of Australias "ethereal rivers" are flowing. I might add this process began last year. Last years rain was crucial in providing the spark.