A laid-back larrikin leaning on a gate in rushing floodwaters has warmed Far North Queenslanders’ hearts with his stoic efforts in the face of adversity.
Helenvale resident Gavin Dear is credited with helping rescue residents in his community along with two other men. His video of “Jonesy”, a shirtless, grey-haired man covered in tattoos has garnered thousands of interactions on social media.
