Mapped: Australia’s severe weather forecast
The nation could be in for a double whammy of flood and fire emergencies this spring and summer. See the forecast for your state.
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‘We need action’: 16 everyday Queenslanders have their say on climate change
From Mackay to the South Burnett, it is the everyday people of regional Queensland who could be most impacted, and play the biggest part, in the transition to clean energy. Here’s what they had to say about the push toward net zero.
Major change revealed for iconic ferry
The ferries, which cater to hundreds of tourists and commuters everyday, are set to undergo a major shake up.
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.
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Why your kids won’t be at school today
Thousands of school students across Australia will be able to skip school today and strike, backed by a “sick note” signed by “doctors”.
‘Time’s up’ for huge volcano eruption
Thousands have been evacuated as experts warn “time is up” for an imminent volcano eruption that is expected to burn for centuries.
Savage weather system to lash Australia
Huge parts of the country will be smashed by severe weather as major storms systems are forecast to wreak havoc.
Australia to be hit by 7 days of storms
A 1400km stormfront is set to rain down on a huge section of Australia, with residents of two states warned of severe winds and giant hail.
Shock Aussie discovery made in Vietnam
A group of wallabies found in Vietnam has sparked an investigation, as Australian wildlife continues to be targeted by the $23 billion illegal animal trade.
‘I feel strong’: Dad refuses to eat for 2 weeks
A former high-level diplomat has reached two weeks without food amid a hunger strike against the Albanese government.
‘You are in danger’: Grim bushfire warning
Properties have been destroyed as an out-of-control bushfire continues to rage and residents are told “it’s too late to leave”.
TV star’s bizarre act derails NZ ‘election’
An unlikely winner has been crowned New Zealand’s ‘Bird of the Century’ after a US talk show host intervened in the poll.
Hidden danger of living in Western Sydney
It’s been dubbed the nation’s ‘silent killer’ because it takes hundreds of lives each year but isn’t discussed – but soon, experts warn it’ll be inescapable.
‘Nasty’: Golf ball-size hail warning
Parts of the country will be battered by massive hailstones on Wednesday before a “big day” of “nasty” weather on Thursday.
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