| 1930s Australian region cyclone seasons | |
|---|---|
| Seasonal boundaries | |
| First system formed | 1930 |
| Last system dissipated | 1940 |
| Seasonal statistics | |
| Total fatalities | Unknown |
| Total damage | Unknown |
On March 12, 1934, a powerful cyclone crossed the coast of Far North Queensland at Cape Tribulation. A pearling fleet was decimated by the system, resulting in the loss of 75 lives. The towns of Daintree and Mossman suffered extensive damage, with damage to vegetation reported in Cairns.[1]
This is Australia's second deadliest cyclone in the 20th century. The Lacepede Islands near Broome were struck sinking 21 pearling luggers with 141 lives lost.[2]
Nine people died on 11 January 1939 with the loss of the Nicol Bay, on a holiday cruise to the Ashburton River. Some properties in Roebourne, Western Australia sustained damage.[3]