Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Tropical Cyclone Alfred barrelling towards Brisbane - Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

A category 2 cyclone is set to hit Australian shores, with its outer edges sending heavy surf and high tides to Queensland's beaches.

Tropical Cyclone Alfred is expected to send rain and strong winds to Brisbane when it makes landfall, and authorities are warning residents to be prepared.

Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says it's looking likely that the AFL season opener set to be played at the Gabba on Thursday will be cancelled.

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