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Poison mozzies to be released in Australia

Genetically modified mosquitoes with poisonous semen could soon be deployed in a bid to take out the disease carrying female mosquitoes.

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A bushfire broke out at Blanket Bay Rd in Cape Otway on Wednesday morning, with the fire travelling westerly towards Lighthouse Rd. Picture: Victoria Emergency.

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‘Not safe’: 100 campers cut off by bushfire

About 100 campers have been left “isolated” and others evacuated as a bushfire burns in Victoria’s south.

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA, NewsWire Photos. DECEMBER 1, 2023: Former Minister for Defence of Australia, Christopher Pyne at the National Press Club in Canberra. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Martin Ollman

‘Limited:’ Ex-Lib dashes Dutton’s nuclear goal

A former high-profile Liberal minister effectively ruled out the likelihood of the Coalition commissioning a plant, stating chances are “limited” at best.

Wild storms have wreaked havoc across parts of Sydney, with fallen trees blocking roads and causing chaos as much of the state battles wild winds and heavy rainfall. , Residents in NSW made 57 calls for assistance to the SES on Monday, mostly due to trees falling onto power lines, roads and houses. Emergency services were called to Ocean Ave in Double Bay shortly after midnight on Tuesday morning after reports a tree had fallen across the road during the wild storms. It’s understood the tree hit a car as it collapsed, and entirely blocked the road as emergency services tried to clear the path> Picture: Weather Zone” sizes=”150px” src=”https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/66d846c394a767c57f11ccf1ee79f606″ srcset=”https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/66d846c394a767c57f11ccf1ee79f606?width=150 128w, https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/66d846c394a767c57f11ccf1ee79f606?width=150 150w, https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/66d846c394a767c57f11ccf1ee79f606?width=320 320w, https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/66d846c394a767c57f11ccf1ee79f606?width=650 650w, https://content.api.news/v3/images/bin/66d846c394a767c57f11ccf1ee79f606?width=1024 1024w” loading=”lazy” /></div></a><span class=

Wild storms cause chaos in one state

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.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - Newswire Photos August 01, 2022: A general view of a gas stove hot plate, asAustralia faces a gas crisis, the ACCC are placing pressure on the federal government and exporters to take action. Picture: NCA Newswire /Gaye Gerard

New deal answer to cheaper energy prices

With households and businesses facing a potential gas supply shortfall, a new agreement has been signed to drive down prices.

Push to ban beloved home design trend

Push to ban beloved home design trend

It’s the popular trend you’ll see almost everywhere, from The Block to high-end magazines, but experts want it urgently forbidden.

Teens rescued from Warriwood Blowhole. Picture Nine 5.JPG

Teen’s heroic rescue after cliff jump

A 16-year-old lifesaver battled rough surf to rescue a group of boys stuck inside a cave after a cliff jump ended in injury.

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Cyclone to ‘intensify’ as it nears Aus

Communities shattered by the last cyclone could be in for a belting as experts predict a severe cyclone will reach land within days.

Lake McKenzie is a freshwater lake located on Fraser Island, Australia. The white silica sand and pure waters are some of the biggest attractions in Australia.

Deadly danger lurking Aussie beaches

A spate of jellyfish stings in the pristine island waters of a world-heritage paradise have prompted a warning.

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Thousands told to stay inside amid heatwave

Three states are currently experiencing a heatwave, as authorities urge residents to stay inside and away from the heat.

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Family’s hope as dad feared drowned

The man’s family are determined to keep hopes high despite the odds being stacked against the father-of-two.

Sarah Jacka, 12, broke both her legs after diving from the cliff.

Warning over dangerous Melbourne spot

Lifesavers are urging people to be safe at a popular swim spot after two women suffered serious injuries when they jumped from a cliff.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos, JANUARY 20, 2024: People swimming at Rose Bay Beach. Story about recent rain has caused runoff which is affecting water quality and leaving debris on beaches. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Flavio Brancaleone

Swimmers warned to avoid taking a dip

Beachgoers urged to avoid swimming after pollution alert causes health concerns.

Extreme weather is forecast to plague the Queensland coast. Picture: Supplied

Chance of new cyclone’s landfall revealed

One Aussie state is facing a dual front of heatwaves and storms from a tropical low which could form into a tropical cyclone in days, as models reveal its chances of making landfall.

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