‘Leave now’: Urgent plea amid flooding event
A person has died and thousands remain without power as dangerous floodwaters inundate towns and cities in north Queensland.
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Aussie city smashed by torrential rain
Emergency services have deployed multiple water rescue crews as torrential rain and flash flooding smashes one Aussie city.
‘Giant’ hail, supercell storm to smash state
A supercell storm which is forecast to bring “giant-sized” hail and heavy rain is set to batter one Aussie state.
‘Too late to leave’: Grim bushfire warning
Residents in parts of Victoria have been told they need to “act immediately to survive” as two out-of-control bushfires continue tearing through the state.
‘Unusual’: Australia braces for five cyclones
Experts have said it is “very unusual” to see cyclone activity in so many areas, and have warned it could be very problematic for one part of the country.
‘Too late to leave’: Fires rage in WA
Two separate bushfires in WA’s southwest are threatening buildings as people are told it is too late to leave.
Hot and sunny for Aussie Day weekend: BoM
Despite a scorcher for Melbourne on Monday, most capital cities will be spared from major heatwaves across the country on the Australia Day long weekend.
’Mini tornado’ destroys homes in freak storm
Several homes have been destroyed after a freak storm unexpectedly tore through a remote town on Thursday night.
Horror find after car swept away
A body has been found in northern NSW where a man went missing after his car was swept away in floodwaters.
Major warning for Aussie beachgoers
One of Australia’s most venomous creatures has arrived early this year, with authorities warning beachgoers to be alert.
Iconic beach unrecognisable after storm
Sydney has been hammered by days of grim weather, with one of the most iconic beaches in the world unrecognisable.
Church smashed by tree in strong winds
Wild winds have caused havoc in Sydney, with a church smashed, cars trapped and rail services disrupted during an afternoon of wild weather that could worsen over the weekend.
Monster hail hits Aussies in storm chaos
Concerning footage and pictures are emerging as millions were hit by a frightening storm, and more weather chaos is on the way. Follow our live coverage.
Severe weather warning for millions
Millions of Aussies are being warned of severe thunderstorms and potential flash flooding in the coming days as rain and winds batter the country.
‘Be prepared’: Warning to young Aussies
Young Aussies are being called to help ensure the country is equipped to combat the immediate aftermath of floods, bushfires and other potentially devastating climate events.
Extreme heat smashes Australia
Millions of people have been urged to remain vigilant as fire risks grow, with much of the country experiencing heatwave conditions.
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.
State slammed by 83mm in one hour
A spate of flash flooding and severe storms have thrashed one state, with major dams at risk of overflow and much more rainfall forecast to fall in the coming days.
Critical warning over wild weather forecast
A concerning number of Aussies don’t have an emergency plan during storm season, even though one in three people will experience some sort of disaster.
Cars smashed, trees torn up in storm chaos
A huge clean-up effort has begun and hundreds remain without power after “crazy” storms battered Sydney and parts of NSW.
’Extreme’: Horror forecast for one state
Millions are bracing for scorching temperatures on their hottest day of summer so far as “extreme” fire danger looms.
‘Too late to leave’: Horror fire burns
Residents in parts of Victoria have been told they are “in danger” and “need to act immediately to survive” as bushfires tear through the state.
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.
Brutal weather for Christmas, Boxing days
A cold front is charging towards parts of Australia sending temperatures soaring for Christmas with some capitals peaking at 40C.
What weather will be like on Christmas Day
For the majority of Australia, it will be a sunny and bright day for Christmas, with mild temperatures and a slight chance of rain or storms.
‘Extreme’: Horror forecast for Boxing Day
One Aussie state has issued a massive warning over “extreme” dangers over the Christmas period, amid scorching temperatures and a massive bushfire still being contained.
Warning as crazy bushfire ‘out-of-control’
A major warning has been issued over an out-of-control bushfire burning through thousands of hectares of land – all ahead of a scorcher weekend in Australia.
Full Christmas Day forecast revealed
Sydney is among the lucky cities with a promising Christmas Day weather forecast – but it may not be long before temperatures soar again.
Emergency alert for storm-smashed state
Residents in parts of Queensland have been urged to “prepare now” as the state is battered by rain and flash flooding, in what could be its wettest December in 14 years.
Extreme 48 hours of weather to hit millions
Forecasters are warning an “unusual” weather change – not seen for almost two decades – could lead to dangerous conditions across much of the nation.
Stranded couple stalked by croc for 2 nights
A couple in their 50s spent three days in some of the croc-infested territory without food, phones, a car or bottled water.
Power bills cut for Christmas in one state
Households in one state are getting a cash kicker to knock the top off power bills before Christmas.
Dire heatwave, storm warning for millions
Millions of Aussies are under heatwave warnings as temperatures rise above the mid-40s in some regions – all while storms continue to batter the east coast.
Map reveals fatal risk growing in Aus
A hot and wet summer is going to put further pressure on household budgets and the health of millions of Aussies.
Wild clip as millions brace for storm chaos
Wild footage has emerged as millions brace for widespread rain and storms to lash the east coast.
‘Not yet:’ Grim warning on renewables rollout
A major report into Australia’s ability to reach its renewable energy target has warned the rollout is not at the “speed and scale” needed.
‘Triple digit’: Rain, hail, storms to pound east
After Melbourne was pounded on Wednesday, other cities are now in the way of a vicious weather system that could bring drenching rain and hail
State on alert for thunderstorm asthma
Victorians have been put on alert of a high risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma that is about to hit parts of the state.
Storms set to smash ‘all states and territories’
Warm waters around Australia are providing the perfect conditions for a hectic week of weather with storms just about everywhere and heatwaves.
Millions swelter through ongoing heatwave
Sydneysiders have flocked to beaches in an attempt to stay cool as a heatwave descended across the state.
Records fall in fresh heatwave hell
Temperatures have soared about 15C above average as a brutal heatwave hits millions of Aussies.
‘Action’: Australia’s big climate pledge
Australia is making a major commitment to help poorer countries weather the effects of climate change.
‘Extreme danger’: Daily storms for millions
Forecasters are warning that storms – some severe – could be a daily occurance for major cities across Australia bringing dangerous conditions.
Stifling three-day heatwave arrives
Millions of Aussies are expected to continue to battle through an unrelenting heatwave, as severe thunderstorms are forecast for some areas.
‘Stay inside’: State warned as storm looms
Residents across Melbourne and parts of regional Victoria have been warned to stay inside as a moderate risk of thunderstorm asthma ripples through the state.
Huge surprise for Melbourne Cup weather
There won’t be an umbrella or raincoat in sight on Tuesday as punters flock to Flemington for the race that stops a nation.
Sweltering heat to sweep parts of Australia
Aussies are being given their first taste of summer, as a sweltering heatwave sweeps through the country this week, with some areas tipped to exceed 40 degrees.
Heat double whammy set to hit millions
Unseasonably warm heat is building in Australia’s interior getting set to shoot across the country to our major cities over the coming days.
Shock death as storms smash southeast
Wild weather across Australia’s southeast this weekend has turned deadly – with police confirming a camper has died after being crushed by a falling tree.
Wild storms smash Sydney
Sydney was lashed by torrential rain as a severe storm hit the Harbour City, causing blackouts and flash flooding, and leaving pedestrians drenched.
Aussies brace for months of wild weather
Stronger cyclones, increased storm surges, and an early fire season are all headed for Australia in the coming months, with Aussies warned to get ready now.
State cops 110mm drenching overnight
One Aussie state has copped a 110mm drenching from wild weather overnight, withsimilar soakings to come.
Heat blast to hit state as mercury soars
It looks like summer has hit early, with one big city set to swelter through 32C temperatures.
Temps to drop 10C below average in one state
Temperatures are set to plummet to well under the average for this time of year in one state, as a heatwave batters other parts of the country.
‘100mm rain, 9 metre waves’: Grim weekend
A fierce low pressure system is bringing rain that could “crack three digits” as well as wild winds and dangerous waves to a swath of Australia.
Warning as Australia set for major rainfall
Much of the country is set to receive a drenching this week, but one state has been warned of an elevated fire risk before the rain arrives.
Month’s worth of rain to smash states
Australia is set to be drenched with rain over the coming week, with some areas expected to receive up to a month’s worth of rainfall in just days.
Millions brace for sudden weather change
Millions of Aussies are bracing for chilly winds and forecasts of showers, hail and snow in what’s been called a “shock to the system” by meteorologists.
Grim outlook of ‘hotter, wetter’ spring
Australia’s national disaster agency is bracing for hotter, wetter and windier weather as the country slides deeper into spring, with some parts of the country in much higher danger.
Wild weather ‘colder than July’ set to hit
Temperatures are set to plummet over the weekend which in some places could be so cold it’ll be chiller than deep midwinter.
Elite racing yacht calls for help
An elite racing yacht in treacherous conditions some 150kms from the NSW coast has called for help.
‘Nasty’: Grim weather set to get even worse
Parts of Australia could be smashed three times this weekend by “destructive” weather while other parts are set to see scorching heat.
Australia set for three-month scorcher
Australia is set to be hit with a sweltering spring, kicking off with a blistering heatwave with one town forecast to sweat through 40C on Saturday.
‘Exceedingly dangerous’ weather set to hit
Four states – including one in its entirety – are under severe weather warnings as one cold front after another gets ready to hit Australia.
More fire warnings as temps set to soar
Temperatures are set to soar up to 15C above average across the country, with high fire danger warnings in place in several states, with warm weather and winds to continue into the weekend.
‘Prepare now’: Stark weather warning
One of the biggest cold fronts of the year is set to blast through parts of Australia on Wednesday bringing damaging winds north of 100km/h.
Heatwave set to break winter records
Temperature records could be broken in the coming days as a winter ‘heatwave’ hits the country, bringing summery conditions.
Chaos as flights cancelled at Sydney Airport
Several flights in and out of the airport have been cancelled throwing travel plans into chaos.
‘Heaviest August rain in a decade’ set to hit
A weather system bringing hundreds of millimetres of rain is punishing millions on Australia’s east coast with Wednesday set to be a washout.
Flood fears as state smashed by rain
The east coast of one Aussie state is forecast to cop isolated rainfall totals of over 50mm in the coming days, with multiple flood warnings being sent out for rivers across the state.
Australia braces for rare weather event
Aussies turned their heads to the sky just months ago for what is usually a rare experience, but the lucky country will get another chance to witness it tonight.
Aussies to shiver through record low temps
Millions will shiver through record-low temperatures as an icy blast continues to sweep through Australia, with one city to suffer through subzero conditions.
Millions of Aussies hit by icy blast
Fronts crossing the southern coast of Australia are bringing freezing-like conditions, leaving millions facing a bitterly cold weekend.
Millions to shiver through icy blast
Australians may need to pull out their umbrellas and beanies as an icy blast is set to hit multiple states.
Double weather whammy may ruin weekend
A double whammy of “vigorous” cold fronts is bearing down which could bring 100km/hr plus winds, rain, hail and snow for parts of Australia.
‘Antarctic outbreak’ set to smash Australia
Heavy rains and warmer temperatures are due over the coming days but an approaching polar blast is set to change all that.
Why it feels 10C colder than forecast
Australians are battling through a bitter winter – and there’s a reason its feeling even colder.
Rain, frost, sub zero: Winter weekend bites
Large swathes of Australia will see frost this weekend while heavy rain could fall on two major cities in the winter chill.
Warning as rain, strong winds to smash Aus
Millions of Australians are being warned to brace for another wet and wild weekend after a city was smashed by almost twice its annual June rainfall.
Millions brace for wet and wild weekend
Millions of Australians are being warned to brace for another wet and wild weekend after a city was smashed by almost twice the annual June rainfall.
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