‘Vulnerable’ arsonist lit five bushfires
A former volunteer firefighter has dodged further prison time due to his intellectual disability, because of which he is the “mental age of a child”.
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‘We need answers’: Barilaro’s ICAC threat
Former deputy premier John Barilaro has been given 24 hours to “clear the air” over an explosive audit on bushfire recovery grants.
Out of control fire threatening country town
Hot and windy conditions are keeping firefighters on edge as they strive to contain a blaze which broke out on Monday.
Flood carnage summed up in picture
The carnage caused by Western Australia’s flood disaster has been laid bare in new photos.
Summer thunderstorms to hit east coast
The country’s east coast is bracing for thunderstorms over the weekend, as temperatures continue to swelter in other parts.
Panic buyers hit flooded town’s supplies
Emergency services and the local council are urging people not to buy more than they need as vital supplies arrive in a flood-ravaged region.
Tensions boil in flood-hit town
Food shortages, alcohol bans and a spike in crime have resulted in residents across WA’s Kimberley region venting their frustrations online.
Vital flood-damaged bridge to be replaced
Flooding in the Kimberley has destroyed huge sections of a major highway, with an important bridge to be entirely rebuilt bigger and better than before.
Prince William praises Aussie heroes
Prince William praised several community leaders during a “heartening” conversation about the recent devastating floods.
Activists in court after sporting event protest
Extinction Rebellion activists will face court after a group of protesters glued themselves to a building in a bid to stop the Tour Down Under.
‘Come back’: flood region plea to tourists
The WA government has negotiated with Virgin Australia to offer discounted airfares, aimed at getting tourists back into the state’s flood-ravaged areas.
Priceless artwork defaced in protest
Two protesters have spray painted over an iconic Australian artwork in a move against one of the nation’s largest energy companies.
Bushfire threat eases amid cool change
More mild temperatures have allowed firefighters to get the advantage over a massive blaze burning in Western Australia.
Not again: Coles brings back buying limits
In an act reminiscent of Covid restrictions, the supermarket giant is addressing a national shortage by re-introducing buying limits.
Home destroyed as huge bushfire rages
At least one home has been destroyed and more than 150 properties are without power as a bushfire rages in WA.
Climate protesters glue themselves to road
Climate activists have been arrested after gluing themselves to the road in protest against the sponsor of a major international sporting event.
3K lightning strikes before blaze
An out-of-control bushfire continues to threaten homes and lives in WA after the state was hit by 3,000 lightning strikes.
Aussie forecast that’s hard to believe
Despite flooding still devastating some regions, forecasters are predicting the wet weather will be replaced by another fierce threat.
Lives, homes under threat by bushfire
An out of control bushfire in Western Australia’s south west is at emergency warning level.
Major change in key choice for Aussies
Across travel, retail and housing, a growing number of businesses are turning eco-friendly amid strong consumer demand.
Andrew Tate ‘totally owned’ by Greta
19-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg has responded to a swipe from controversial media personality Andrew Tate – and it is brutal.
’Leave now’: Town threatened by floods
Parts of South Australia are urged to evacuate as flood waters threaten lives and homes.
Woman’s 35km walk for help in floodwaters
Five people have been located by rescue aircraft after becoming stranded alongside their broken down vehicle.
‘Terrified of the bath’: Tragic reality of floods
The harrowing effects of floods and drought on rural children across Australia have been laid bare, with some now too scared to even get in the bath.
Magistrate’s brutal spray at activist
A climate protester who had to be rescued while hanging over a railway has been slammed by a magistrate for being a “public nuisance”.
Aussies ‘unprepared’ for wild weather
New data has revealed the extent of the pain caused by repeat weather events in the last three months.
’Approaching peak’: Ban on tourist hotspot
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has made a huge decision about the flooded River Murray while delivering a grim warning to residents.
Strange sight to appear on Aussie coastline
Australia has unveiled plans for its first offshore wind zone as the country moves towards a renewable future.
’Illogical’ decision that cost Australia
As global leaders remain in a deadlock about halting extinction, one key Liberal minister concedes his government made a major mistake.
Brits face blackouts as temps hit minus 17
Brits are facing rolling power cuts and blackouts as the power grid struggles to cope with an Arctic blast that saw temperatures plummet as low as -17C.
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