Power restored for 104k, but 11k still out after WA storm
Western Power has restored electricity to over 104,000 customers after Sunday's summer storm, but bushfires leave 11,000 in the Mid West without power. Find out about outage payments.
Western Power has restored electricity to over 104,000 customers after Sunday's summer storm, but bushfires leave 11,000 in the Mid West without power. Find out about outage payments.
Southern Queensland and northern NSW hit by damaging storms with 113km/h winds and golf-ball hail. Power outages and property damage reported. Stay weather-aware.
Kalgoorlie police have formally apologised to St John WA for their delayed response to a violent incident where a naked man attacked paramedics. Read the full details.
A man has been charged after allegedly smashing the windscreen of a paramedic vehicle while naked in Kalgoorlie-Boulder. Police responded to the bizarre incident on Sunday morning.
Cairns faces a high chance of showers and a possible afternoon thunderstorm today. Get the full forecast, including temperatures and UV index, to plan your day.
Extreme weather at Bali's Sangeh Monkey Forest has killed a staff member and caused severe damage to the ancient Pucak Sari Temple. Australian travellers urged to take safety precautions.
Former Melbourne Storm star Ryan Papenhuyzen reveals he has no regrets about walking away from his NRL contract and is embracing a 'gap year' from professional sport. Discover his new focus.
Melbourne Storm star Nelson Asofa-Solomona has left the NRL, signing a full-time boxing contract after being released from his rugby league deal. Discover his next move.
Cairns residents can expect a humid day with showers, a possible thunderstorm, and a top of 31°C. Get the full forecast and UV warning details here.
Auric Mining's first gold campaign at its Munda mine near Widgiemooltha has generated $16.85m in sales, banking $10.82m cash. The company now plans a second run and eyes a major pit expansion. Read more.
Zenith Energy will supply renewable power to Northern Star's Kalgoorlie Super Pit, marking a major step for the gold mine's green energy transition. Read about the deal's impact.
Swansea product Grant Anderson opens up about his move from Melbourne Storm to Brisbane Broncos after grand final disappointment. Read his emotional journey.
Melbourne Storm's Eli Katoa provides a positive health update after emergency brain surgery, ruling him out of the 2026 NRL season. Get the latest on his recovery.
Western Australian golf courses have made a strong showing in Australia's top 100 public courses, with Joondalup Resort leading the charge. Discover which local tracks made the prestigious cut.
Queensland Rugby League makes shock decision to remove Edmonton Storm from 2026 competition. Discover the reasons behind this major shakeup in local rugby.
A Townsville man was rushed to hospital after lightning struck his Kelso home during severe storms. Emergency services warn of ongoing weather dangers across North Queensland.
Southeast Queensland families affected by catastrophic superstorms can access up to $900 in emergency payments. Learn about eligibility and recovery efforts.
Thousands in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast face ongoing blackouts after severe storms. Ausgrid crews work to restore power amid widespread damage. Report hazards to 13 13 88.
West Coast Fever will host Adelaide Thunderbirds in two pre-season clashes in Kalgoorlie and Perth. Get the full schedule and team news ahead of their premiership assault.
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.
A 76-year-old man has died after being struck by a falling tree during severe NSW storms causing widespread power outages and transport chaos. Stay informed with the latest weather warnings.
Severe winds cause chaos across Canberra with over 80 fallen trees, structural damage and multiple power outages. SES volunteers respond to non-stop calls for assistance as conditions worsen.
A 76-year-old man has died after a tree fell during a severe storm on the NSW Central Coast. The storm left 35,000 homes without power and prompted over 1000 SES calls.
Severe storm knocks out Queensland Rail signals in Townsville, causing major traffic backup and commuter delays. Learn how the disruption unfolded and response efforts.
A spectacular lightning storm lit up Townsville skies with over 20,000 strikes overnight. See dramatic footage and meteorologist analysis of this extreme weather event.
Lynas Rare Earths reports significant production delays at its Kalgoorlie refinery due to unsustainable power outages, now engaging WA Government for urgent solutions.
Massive hailstones up to 12cm and 100km/h winds cause widespread damage across Brisbane, Gold Coast and Logan. Over 120,000 homes lost power as severe weather continues.
Northern Star struggles to fill $120k mining roles in Kalgoorlie as housing shortage creates worker crisis. Gold boom meets accommodation bust in WA's historic goldfields.
The first cyclone of the season, Tropical Cyclone Fina, is lashing Northern Australia with destructive winds and heavy rain. Residents in Darwin and the Top End are urged to prepare for flash flooding and power outages. Stay informed.
Horizon Minerals nears completion of Phase 1 mining at Boorara and Phillips Find gold projects near Kalgoorlie, with significant cash distributions expected in early 2026 amid strong gold prices.