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A 2.8 magnitude earthquake was detected near Strathalbyn, about 50 kilometres southeast of Adelaide, just after 10pm Sunday.

Earthquake shakes Aussie state

An earthquake has rattled parts of an Aussie state overnight, with hundreds of residents reporting feeling the tremors.

Stephen Queen fell from a cliff at the popular Morialta Conservation Park hiking spot. Picture: 9news

Man falls to his death picking up litter

A man who fell to his death at a popular hiking spot while trying to clean up rubbish has been remembered as a loving dad and passionate environmentalist.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos SEPTEMBER 18, 2024: The Harvest moon pictured as it rises from Mount Kuring-Gai.Picture: NewsWire / Damian Shaw

Rare Black Moon coming, but there’s a catch

Australia will experience a rare ‘black moon’ this weekend – but the celestial phenomenon comes with a catch for eager stargazers.

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It’s been one of the wettest Augusts on record in one major city, but rain-soaked residents are about to get a reprieve.

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When it will finally stop raining

It’s been one of the wettest Augusts on record in one major city, but rain-soaked residents are about to get a reprieve.

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A cold snap and snowfall is set to hit parts of south eastern Australia this King’s Birthday long weekend, marking the start of the Australian snow season.

Polar blast marks start of Aussie ski season

Blizzard conditions and damaging winds have marked the start of a frigid Australian snow season as multiple states brace for a brutal polar blast.

These brightly coloured daisies sold at Bunnings might seem harmless, but they are “rapidly spreading” across Australia and threatening farmers.

Big problem with plant sold at Bunnings

These brightly coloured daisies sold at Bunnings might seem harmless, but they are “rapidly spreading” across Australia and threatening farmers.

A row over croc culling between Bob Katter and Terri Irwin has intensified, with the maverick MP questioning the animal conservationist over her knowledge of the iconic Aussie reptile.

Katter hits back after Irwin croc sledge

A row over croc culling between Bob Katter and Terri Irwin has intensified, with the maverick MP questioning the animal conservationist over her knowledge of the iconic Aussie reptile.

More cold weather is on the way as the majority of the country bundles up for an icy long weekend, bringing thunderstorms, widespread rain, hail and snow.

Snow to fall over the long weekend

Millions are set to be soaked this long weekend as a cold front moves over the southeast, bringing with it blizzard-like conditions and blistering winds.

Google Maps satellite photos show green bins sitting in Willawong.

Image reveals council’s secret bin plan

A major council has been tight-lipped about a new garbage bin rollout for residents, but a satellite image shows the cat’s out of the bag.

Millions will wake to an icy chill this morning as a polar snap blankets much of the southeast coast, marking the coldest morning of the year for several cities.

‘Winter has arrived’: Coldest morning of year

Residents in major Australian cities are waking up to the coldest morning of the year and the chance of snowfall in some unlikely areas.

An experienced hunter in full camouflage gear steadies his rifle while navigating through a swampy area. His outfit blends seamlessly with the surrounding foliage, and the careful handling of the firearm emphasizes responsible gun control. The setting suggests a typical hunting scene, capturing a moment of anticipation and readiness in the wild.

Unlikely backer of state’s hunting plan

A controversial plan to open up land to hunters and which could pave the way for bounty killings of feral animals has received support from an unlikely source.

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‘Every 15yo just lost their job’: Horror future

A video showing an Aussie fast-food restaurant using an AI drive-through revealed entry-level jobs – typically taken up by Aussie teens – could be on the chopping block.

A tornado has caused minor damage as storms continue to batter southern Western Australia., , As thunderstorm warnings were issued across parts of southern WA on Tuesday afternoon, a tornado touched down near Frankland River — about 280 kilometres south-east of Perth., Picture: Facebook

‘Wow’: Tornado flips ute, golf ball-sized hail

A tornado that flipped a ute and golf ball-sized hail have hit one part of Australia in a cold-weather phenomenon.

Synoptic chart for Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

Huge weather system to hit one Aussie state

A brutal icy blast is continuing to stretch across parts of Australia as the first week of winter proves to be far chillier than the nation’s fourth warmest autumn.

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