Category : Search result: Outback survival


Canberra bushfire warning after Namadgi blazes

Recent fires near Bendora and Corin dams serve as a critical wake-up call for all ACT residents. Authorities urge immediate action on fire plans as extreme conditions converge.

Queensland Floods Cut Off Towns, Cyclone Threat Looms

Outback Queensland towns are submerged and isolated by major flooding, with thousands of livestock at risk. Residents now brace for a potential cyclone forming off the coast. Download the 7NEWS app for live updates.

Search for missing SA woman Trisha Graf resumes

Police hold grave concerns for Trisha Graf, 41, missing in the SA outback for over two weeks. Her car was found abandoned near Blue Dam. Aerial search efforts have now resumed.

WA diver survives great white shark pinning him down

A Perth scuba diver recounts a terrifying 10-minute ordeal with a great white shark at Ocean Reef. He was rammed into the seabed and hid as his oxygen ran low. Read his incredible survival story.

WA's fly plague, travel deals & safety tips for summer

Western Australia braces for a severe fly plague after a wet winter. Plus, new flight routes, NT travel discounts, and essential summer safety tips for ticks and sun protection. Read the latest travel news.

Desert cave rescue at historic Empress Spring site

A 60-year-old woman was rescued from a deep cave in the remote Great Victoria Desert. The incident revives the dramatic history of Empress Spring, first discovered by explorer David Carnegie in 1896. Read the full story.

New mine shafts found in search for missing boy Gus

Police searching for missing four-year-old August 'Gus' Lamont in the SA outback have discovered six undocumented mine shafts using LiDAR technology, highlighting the region's dangerous gold rush legacy.

Stephen Motti's 50 Years in North Queensland

Stephen Motti reflects on his remarkable 50-year journey in North Queensland, from arriving with nothing to becoming a beloved local character and successful businessman.

Woman rescued in 12-hour WA cave operation

A 60-year-old woman was rescued in a complex 12-hour operation after falling eight metres into a remote WA cave system. Read about the incredible multi-agency effort.

Mum and baby escape tree crash in wild storm

A mother and her baby miraculously survived after a tree crushed their vehicle during severe NSW storms. Over 2260 emergency calls recorded across affected communities.

Mine Shafts Searched for Missing Boy Gus Lamont in SA

After nearly two months, police are scouring six uncovered mine shafts in the Yunta region for four-year-old August 'Gus' Lamont. The specialised search operation aims to recover his body or eliminate the sites.

Perth dad defies brain cancer odds for family walk

Myles Fleay, diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer at 26, defies 15-month prognosis. Six years on, he's walking with his family in Perth's Walk4BrainCancer, advocating for vital research.

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