Environment
Thousands remain under major flood warnings in Queensland
Flood disaster claims second life as emergency warnings remain in place.
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National weather forecast for Wednesday February 5
National weather forecast for Wednesday February 5.
The water is so warm, even whale sharks are heading south for summer
The ocean giants are commonly seen at Ningaloo Reef in WA. Astonishingly, one turned up on the NSW coast.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
How a marine heatwave caused a terrifying Queensland deluge
Temperatures in the Coral Sea have been 1-2 degrees warmer than average. The adjoining coastline has just seen 1-1.5 metres of rain over 72 hours. Scientists say it’s no coincidence.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
North Queensland's flood emergency nearing its peak
A further 100 homes in Townsville are forecast to go under water.
More severe weather on the way for Victoria
Heatwave continues in Victoria after SES volunteers receive hundreds of calls for help.
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More emergency flood warnings issued in Far North Queensland
Further downpours forecast for flood-hit North Queensland as weather emergency turns deadly.
Victoria bracing for more wild weather and bushfire threats
A house has been engulfed in flames after being struck by lightning as wild weather takes hold of Victoria.
Warmer Sydney waters mean longer shark season
Climate change is raising sea temperatures and making conditions more hospitable to bull sharks and tiger sharks.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
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