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Lithium ion batteries are found in electric scooters and vapes among other common objects. Picture: Fire Rescue NSW/Supplied

Experts warn of lithium battery risk

The common mistake that turns devices in your home, handbag or pocket into major fire hazards.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - Newswire Photos December 16, 2024: Firemen attending a small grass fire below the Westgate Bridge in Melbourne.. Picture: NewsWire / Aaron Francis

Arson charges laid on eve of fire ban

A man has been charged with intentionally setting fires in an area that has been gripped by bushfires and extreme fire danger.

Dead aedes aegypti mosquito on the hand. Yellow fever, dengue, chikungunya and Zika diseases can be transmitted in Tropical countries. Photo in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

State’s major warning over mozzie risk

Health authorities in one Aussie state have issued a major warning over viruses spread by mosquitos, less than a week after a similar issue across the border.

'Extreme' fire danger ratings have been issued as temperatures are set to soar on Boxing Day. Picture: Stormcast.

State’s huge move ahead of ‘extreme’ Boxing Day

One Aussie state has issued a sweeping ban due to “extreme” dangers over the Christmas period – prompted by dual threats of scorching temperatures and raging fires.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 26: Andoo Comanche heads for the outside marker during the start of the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on December 26, 2022 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Steve Christo - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)

‘Dicey’ weather to hit iconic yacht race

Competitors in Australia’s biggest yacht race are going to have to contend with some scary conditions on the ocean including wind gusts and hail.

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‘Intense’ storm chaos is about to get worse

‘Intense’ storm chaos is about to get worse

Heavy rain and thunderstorms is causing chaos across three states, with flights impacted and thousands left without power.

CARDIFF, WALES - MAY 22: A woman with a shopping trolley full of groceries in a supermarket aisle on May 22, 2022 in Cardiff, Wales. Last week, the UK Office for National Statistics reported an 6% average increase of food and drink prices year on year, but some staples, such as milk and pasta, had risen by more than 10%. (Photo by Matthew Horwood/Getty Images)

One item Aussies must have this summer

Aussies are urged to ensure they have this one small but lifesaving item at home ready for disaster season this summer.

Seven Little Penguins born at Taronga Zoo in Sydney have been named after the Matildas. Picture: Supplied/ Taronga Zoo

Zoo’s move after Matilda’s mania

After an incredible run in the FIFA women’s World Cup, Matilda’s mania has been embraced with an unusual move by an Australian zoo.

14yo Lauchlon Humphries, is missing feared drowned after being swept off rocks at Cape Bridgewater, near Portland. Pic: Supplied

Tragic update for teen missing at sea

Police say they hold grave concerns for a teen swept out to sea off Cape Bridgewater in Victoria during the week.

A map of forecast rainfall on Christmas Day. Picture: BOM/Supplied.

Supercell to lash NSW over Christmas

NSW residents are being urged to prepare now, with supercell storms tipped to lash parts of the state with wild weather over the Christmas period.

This is the message the world needs right now

This is the message the world needs right now

Famed naturalist Jane Goodall was asked what we can learn from chimpanzees, and it’s a message we all need to hear.

Storms will persist in the area until Christmas Day. Photo: WeatherZone

One state to be plagued by rain

With severe thunderstorms threatening to ruin Christmas on the east coast, one state in particular will be plagued by rain.

A fire tears through a property in Perth Western Australia. Picture: 9News

‘Heartbreaking’: Bushfire destroys homes

Three homes have been destroyed in devastating bushfires in West Australia just days before Christmas.

During the blaze, it appears that Kidd was hit by a fallen beam after he had run into the house to do a check in the property. Photo: Supplied

Firey killed in Airbnb blaze a ‘protector’

A decorated firefighter, loving husband and father who was killed while fighting a blaze has been remembered as having “a heart full of affection”.

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