City records muggiest day on record
Residents of one major city suffered through sweltering weather with the official measure of mugginess surpassing records set in 2011.
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Dozens of sea creatures found dead on beach
Recent rainfall is the most likely cause behind dozens of sea creatures washing up dead at a popular camping location.
‘Ripe conditions’: Disease warning issued
Australians in flood-impacted areas have been warned to be on high alert as the risk of disease increases.
Deadly find in homes amid wild weather
A ‘Snakenado’ has hit one state as they grapple with an influx of the slithering creatures moving into their homes.
Grim summer weather warning for Aussies
Two meteorologists explain the bizarre wet summer weather Australians are experiencing and share their prediction for the coming months.
Flash flooding warning for one state
A severe weather warning has been issued for one state as thunderstorms move in.
State hit by 3.5m lightning strikes
Authorities have revealed the staggering number of lightning strikes one storm-battered state endured during a freak summer weather event, with the government pledging millions in financial help.
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.
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.
Deadly creature swarms tourist hotspot
Tourists visiting Far North Queensland are being warned to keep an eye out for a deadly creature that is relishing a “perfect storm”.
Rain ruins thrilling BBL finish
It was supposed to be a hot and dry summer, but heavy rain on the east count has wreaked havoc again in the BBL to ruin what would have been a thrilling finish in Coffs Harbour.
2023 Sydney to Hobart wrap: Oli the cat steals show in brutal race
It was a race of extremes, wild weather cells, terrifying lightning storms, rough unwind sailing, multiple retirements and a cat who stole the show. Sydney to Hobart 2023 race wrap and results
‘Freezing, relentless’: Sydney to Hobart straggler’s horror finish
One of the late arrivals in this year’s Sydney to Hobart has opened up on the shocking conditions, including being repeatedly washed overboard and having all onboard electronics destroyed.
How SCG will bounce back from ‘embarrassing disgrace’
Four of the past seven SCG Tests have resulted in draws – with the Sydney curator eager to avoid a repeat of one pitch which was savaged by a former Australian captain as a ‘disgrace’.
Ominous forecast for New Year’s Eve
Celebrating the new year should be a happy occasion, but thousands will be still without power or bracing for a deluge of rain.
Qld slammed by huge storms, lightning
Wild weather has hit southeast Queensland, with the Bureau of Meteorology warning of “several waves of thunderstorms”.
Giant hail and 36C heat to hit one state
Storm-ravaged parts of Australia are set to be hit by wild weather again, with “very dangerous” conditions on the way.
Town runs out of drinking water
Residents are stocking up on bottled water after the local treatment plant failed following intense weather conditions.
‘BOM got it so wrong’: Qld farmers’ anger after crops destroyed
Queensland’s wild weather has hit local agribusinesses to the point where some may shut, with one local boss questioning the Bureau of Meteorology’s forecasting.
Oli the cat bunkers down as Sydney to Hobart fleet battle on
Celebrity sailing cat Oli the moggy is loving life at sea but unlike his rivals on other yachts in the Sydney to Hobart is more than a little hesitant to go up on deck to chop in as the weather worsens.
‘Relentless’: New threat hits battered Qld
Queenslanders already suffering from the effects of severe storms will have to contend with another intense weather event.
Horror as boy, 6, killed by falling branch
A young boy was with family in rural Victoria when the large branch fell, killing the six-year-old.
Mayor’s fury at late BOM storm warning
A prominent Mayor has slammed the Bureau of Meteorology over issuing storm warnings while his city was being hit with wild weather.
‘Going to be tough’: storm clean up continues
First responders are under pressure to get power in thousands of homes back up and running before weather conditions worsen.
New threat for storm-hit areas
Residents hit by savage storms in Queensland are set to be smashed again, as the death toll climbs due to the wild weather.
Grim outlook for New Year’s Eve
Many Aussies will be heading out on New Years eve with an umbrella in hand as the Bureau of Meteorology predicts some grim conditions.
New threat for storm-hit areas
Residents hit by savage storms in Queensland are set to be smashed again, as the death toll climbs due to the wild weather.
Smith’s DRS frustration continues as Aussies weather storm
Australia has weathered two storms on Boxing Day, one from the heavens and one from Pakistan’s pace bowlers, with Marnus Labuschagne and Travis Head unbeaten at stumps.
‘Insane’: Massive hail stones smash town
The weather ravaging eastern Australia has damaged houses, knocked out power for thousands and pelted residents with massive hail stones.
Dramatic clash in Sydney-Hobart yacht race
Widely considered one of the most treacherous races in the world, the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has kicked off with a dramatic clash between two supermaxi vessels.
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