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Much of the country's south east is set to be hit with heatwave conditions over the weekend. Picture: Stormcast.

States to swelter through ‘severe’ heatwave

Several states are being warned ahead of “severe” heatwave conditions expected to send temperatures skyrocketing this weekend.

17/12/2024: Seqwater live feed showing flood releases at Wivenhoe Dam on Tuesday afternoon. Source: Seqwater

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Major flood warning as dam set to spill

Residents have been warned to stay alert as flood levels rise across one Aussie state, forcing authorities to release water from two major dams.

Mean temperature deciles for 2024. Picture: Bureau of Meteorology

Australia records second hottest year ever

2024 was Australia’s second hottest year, beaten only by 2019, the beginning of the horror Black Summer bushfire season, new figures reveal.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos 24, JAN, 2023: A gas pump is seen at a petrol station in Sydney. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Flavio Brancaleone

Petrol boss hits back on price claims

Following calls for a fuel price inquiry, the petroleum marketers’ boss has explained why Aussies are getting slugged at the bowser.

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Deadly beetle infestation rocks Perth

Locals are shocked as century-old Moreton Bay fig trees, popular as wedding backdrops, are killed — but the council says it’s the only way forward.

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Victorian streets have been inundated with rain, leading to floods

‘Too late to leave’: Towns brace for deluge

Residents across one state are preparing for major flooding after heavy rainfalls broke records in regional centres.

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QLD man rescued after falling 10 metres off cliff

QLD man rescued after falling 10 metres off cliff

A 22-year-old man has been rescued after falling approximately 10 metres and striking his head at Cedar Creek on the Gold Coast yesterday afternoon….

Locals fume over disgraceful fishing act

Fury over fisherman’s ‘pathetic’ punishment

A Sydney spearfisherman has been fined after killing a beloved blue groper named ‘Gus’ – but locals feel the “pathetic” punishment will do little to stop others.

Close-up of black woman's ear with red source of pain

6500 people hear mysterious noise

Thousands of people worldwide report hearing a bizarre “hum” noise — and as scientists scramble for answers, strange theories have emerged.

Parts of Victoria have already experienced mild flooding, with the SES making two rescues since Sunday midnight. Picture: X @scottie_bourne and @IamRebekahLowe

State hit by ‘life threatening’ rain, floods

The state emergency service has received 337 requests for assistance and completed two rescues, as severe storms place one state on high alert.

Daring photographers were out capturing Thursday’s lightning storm from, Brighton beach. Picture: Tania Verbeeck

Grim weather warning as rain gathers

Thousands of people are being warned to brace for heavy rains and “life-threatening” floods as wild weather returns.

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Daring photographers were out capturing Thursday’s lightning storm from, Brighton beach. Picture: Tania Verbeeck

Grim weather warning as rain gathers

Thousands of people are being warned to brace for heavy rains and “life-threatening” floods as wild weather returns.

A man from Worcestershire has managed to keep his home dry after building a 7ft flood wall around his property. Picture: SWNS (via The Sun)

Wild image as continent smashed by floods

Incredible pictures have revealed one man’s win against floodwaters decimating parts of Europe.

Tourist bitten in string of dingo attacks on K'gari (Fraser Island)(Supplied: Department of Environment and Science)

Expert reveals reason dingoes attack tourists

Rangers revealed the one surprising reason tourists were attacked by dingoes at a popular tourist spot.

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