Flash flooding sweeps storm-ravaged state
Roads have been blocked and ripped apart as emergency flash flooding warnings are issued for parts of a state being smashed by wet and stormy weather.
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Healy fires early Ashes warning shot
Not even Sydney’s wet weather could stop Alyssa Healy from firing a warning shot to England on the eve of the Ashes, before rain stopped her from a return to a familiar role.
More wild weather for storm-smashed states
Parts of eastern Australia have been told to stay alert after being battered by heavy rain and storms overnight, with warnings more could already be on the way.
Two crayfishers killed as boat capsizes
Two crayfishers have drowned in a fishing mishap after their boat capsized in rough weather off the South Australian coastline.
Chaotic scenes are unfolding across NSW as wild thunderstorms and heavy rain wreaks havoc on the majority of the state, with more wet weather on the way.
Aussie advances as rain frustrates qualifiers
Torrential rain caused scheduling chaos on the first day of Australian Open qualifying as one Aussie secured a convincing victory.
San Lucido up for the fight; Racing SA implements heat protocols
Jon O’Connor wasn’t sure if San Lucido would run out a strong mile, but the trainer got his answer when the gelding showed grit and determination to fight back and win at Morphettville last Saturday.
Thousands fume over new tap water taste
Residents have vented frustration at bizarre changes to their tap water as authorities grapple with recent wild weather.
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.
Hugs and tears: Inside ‘sombre’ Sydney to Hobart victory
LawConnect snared a third Sydney to Hobart line honours win under the cover of darkness but her crew were sombre and sad remembering the sailors who would not be docking.
LawConnect claims Sydney to Hobart line honours in ‘sad’ finish
It was a sad and sombre mood aboard LawConnect despite claiming line honours in Hobart overnight as the crew paid tribute to the sailors lost in the race. Follow our LIVE updates.
Fickle weather could net Dabernig double
Boxing Day heat saw trainer Tom Dabernig avoid a Listed race with Fickle with a view to a date at The Valley on Saturday. And after winning the race with a stablemate, a lucrative double looms.
‘It can get sketchy’: Sydney to Hobart sailors on high alert
Sailors are bracing for a fast but ottrid first night at sea in the Sydney to Hobart with warnings of boat and sail damage, storms and plummeting temperatures. Latest weather and news
Smashed! Good and bad news for Sydney to Hobart yacht race fleet
The Sydney to Hobart yacht race record will be “sliced and diced” if an updated early forecast plays out but it’s not all good news for the fleet with some nasty weather on the horizon
Cruising for a bruising! Why this luxury supermaxi wants it tough
It’s not your average Sydney to Hobart racer but this extraordinary 100-footer will turn plenty of heads when she sets sail – or if the weather turns nasty in the race to Tasmania.
Savage sledge sets up fiery Sydney Smash
There could be fireworks 10 days earlier than expected with an all-time sledge lighting the fuse for what should be one of the best BBL derbies of all time.
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.
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.
Wounded Aussies lick wounds as nemesis, rain kill Gabba hopes
Australia’s hopes of victory in the Gabba Test rest on a day five miracle after being thwarted by a familiar nemesis, India’s tail and Queensland’s fickle weather on Tuesday.
Sleigh ride! Super fast start to Sydney to Hobart before potential drama
It will be super fast and super fun before a big change potentially rains on the parade of the fleet – and a new race record – in the 79th Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Latest weather news.
Cars stranded as wild storms sweep state
Wild footage has captured the moment cars were left stranded as flash flooding swept one Aussie state, amid a crazy bout of weather where the mercury tipped to 42C in some regions.
Aussie quicks run riot in stunning onslaught before rain saves India
The problematic Brisbane weather is wreaking havoc on the Gabba Test – but it didn’t stop Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc doing some damage of their own on a shellshocked India.
Day 3 Moments: Secret Starc brilliance helps silence King Kohli
Australia tightened their stranglehold over Virat Kohli – and Mitchell Starc deserved an assist on his scalp on Monday. ROBERT CRADDOCK’s five big moments inside.
‘More in them’: December key to Gabba success
There’s a significant reason why hosting India at the Gabba in December plays strongly into Australia’s favour for the third Test.
‘Unsettling’ thunderstorms loom for millions
Millions of Australians are being urged to keep an eye out for changing weather conditions, as severe thunderstorms are likely to develop.
Why cicadas are so much louder this year
Summer means a lot of things: hot weather, long nights and loud cicadas. And those noisy insects seem to be turning up the decibels this year.
‘Sad’: Teen’s football dream destroyed
The Sydney teen, 15, saved up to fly across the world to see the historic fixture only for it to be called off due to the weather.
Insane reason behind massive queue
Massive crowds began gathering early, despite the poor weather, with queues down entire streets.
‘Numb’: Dog owner’s worst nightmare
Dog owners are being urged to consider potentially life-saving training for their pets after one woman’s shattering experience.
Inside the most luxurious yacht in this year’s Sydney to Hobart
It’s not your average Sydney to Hobart racer but this extraordinary 100-footer will turn plenty of heads when she sets sail – or if the weather turns nasty in the race to Tasmania.
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