Hunter workers cope with days of extreme heat
As temperatures in the Hunter Region near 40°C, local workers from tyre shops to construction sites share how they cope. Learn about the heatwave's peak and safety warnings.
As temperatures in the Hunter Region near 40°C, local workers from tyre shops to construction sites share how they cope. Learn about the heatwave's peak and safety warnings.
NSW Police hold concerns for Jeffrey Berthaly, 84, missing from Albion Park, and Faith Sleight, 25, who may be in Port Kembla. Both were last seen on January 8. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
A three-year-old boy was tragically found dead inside a car in Thabeban, near Bundaberg, hours after he went missing. The community is rallying to support his devastated family.
ACT Police issue public appeal to locate Jeremy Thurling, 47, missing since January 8. Last believed to be in Kowen Forest. Family holds serious welfare concerns.
The body of a missing three-year-old boy has been discovered in a car in Bundaberg, Queensland. Police confirm the death is not suspicious. A report is being prepared for the Coroner.
Police hold serious concerns for the welfare of 20-year-old Eghan Khun, last seen on King Street, Warrawong in the early hours of Tuesday. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Queensland Police urgently seek public help to find a missing three-year-old boy from Thabeban, last seen on Central Ave. Serious welfare concerns held.
Police urgently seek public help to find a three-year-old boy missing from Thabeban, Bundaberg. Last seen on Central Ave. Serious welfare concerns.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for parts of Western Australia, with damaging winds and thunderstorms expected to batter the region. Residents urged to take immediate precautions.
Police urgently seek public help to find missing 82-year-old Portarlington man, John, who lives with dementia. He was last seen on Tuesday afternoon. If seen, call 000 immediately.
Townsville is on flood watch as the Ross River Dam approaches full capacity following heavy rainfall. Authorities have issued an alert for potential releases. Stay informed.
Health authorities in NSW and SA warn of measles exposure at major public sites. Check if you visited Sydney Airport, Marion Westfield, or a Concord hospital. Verify your vaccination status now.
Police are appealing for public help to find April Ansell, 14, missing from Wyoming on the Central Coast since Friday morning. Live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
Residents in Dandaragan and Yathroo are under a Watch and Act alert for a dangerous bushfire. DFES warns of a possible threat to lives and homes. Get the latest advice and updates.
WA Police urgently seek public help to locate 30-year-old Westina Winmar, missing from Laverton since December 9. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
Wollongong police are appealing for information to locate Ellirah Voltz, 13, missing from Bellambi since December 27. Concerns are held for her welfare.
Police hold serious concerns for 37-year-old Matthew Bodley, missing from Callala Bay since November 20. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
An 11-year-old girl is missing from Burnside on the Sunshine Coast. Police hold grave concerns and believe she may be with a woman living rough. Anyone with information must contact police immediately.
A severe bushfire near Perth has triggered an emergency warning for residents in Maida Vale, Forrestfield and Kalamunda. Authorities urge immediate action. Stay informed.
Health authorities in NSW and WA issue measles alerts for exposure sites including Sydney Airport and Perth medical centres. Travellers returning from South-East Asia urged to check vaccination status and monitor for symptoms.
Police appeal for public help to locate an elderly woman missing from Swansea. Follow live updates on this breaking news and other local stories from the Newcastle Herald.
WA Health issues alert after a measles case visited Beeliar clinics. Symptoms include fever and rash. Check exposure sites and vaccination status.
A body discovered near Old Bar in NSW has ended the search for a 37-year-old man missing since December 9. Police investigations into his disappearance are ongoing.
Police renew search for a woman missing in remote South Australia. Concerns mount as authorities seek public help to locate her. Follow the latest updates.
A fast-moving bushfire near Safety Bay Road has prompted an urgent 'prepare to leave' warning for parts of Cooloongup, Safety Bay, Waikiki, and Warnbro. Residents are urged to act immediately.
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.
A major AFP operation in the Philippines rescued 92 children and charged 18 facilitators. 13 Australians face charges for alleged involvement in the vile child exploitation trade. Read more.
WA Police urgently seek public help to find missing 13-year-old Macey Palframan, last seen on Christmas Day in Wembley. Call 131 444 with any information.
ACT Policing holds serious concerns for Ava Keenan, 15, last seen in Charnwood on Christmas Eve. Authorities urge public assistance to locate the missing teenager.
A dangerous bushfire is threatening towns southeast of Perth. Residents in Bannister, Ranford, and Boddington are urged to flee immediately. An evacuation centre is open in Williams.