North Queensland's Year of Resilience and Survival
From cyclones to floods, North Queensland faced a brutal 2024. Discover the incredible stories of survival and community spirit that defined the region's year.
From cyclones to floods, North Queensland faced a brutal 2024. Discover the incredible stories of survival and community spirit that defined the region's year.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
Tropical Cyclone Hayley crossed the Kimberley coast as a category three system, causing significant damage, power outages, and forcing residents to seek shelter. Authorities are now assessing the full impact.
Cairns tourism leader Mark Olsen transformed a pilot strike crisis into a $1.5 million economic win. Discover how resilience and innovation saved the region's key events.
Perth is set for the country's best New Year's Eve weather, hitting 35C before a perfect 22C for midnight fireworks. Meanwhile, Cyclone Hayley threatens WA's north.
Tropical Cyclone Hayley, a Category 4 system, is bearing down on WA's Kimberley region, threatening pastoral properties. Rural Aid urges farmers to register now for emergency support and mental health services. #CycloneHayley #Kimberley
Explore how Tourism Tropical North Queensland's four-decade history of unified advocacy transformed Cairns into a global destination, driving major infrastructure and economic growth.
Tropical Cyclone Hayley is forecast to hit the Kimberley coast as a severe Category 3 system. Urgent warnings are in place for communities to prepare or evacuate immediately. Follow official advice.
Broome and Kimberley residents are on alert as Tropical Cyclone Hayley intensifies, bringing damaging winds and heavy rain. Prepare now and follow official warnings.
Residents in Broome and Derby are urged to prepare immediately as Tropical Low 08U intensifies into a cyclone, forecast to make landfall on Tuesday with damaging winds and heavy rain.
A rare botanical event is unfolding in Cairns as four Amorphophallus titanum, or corpse flowers, prepare to bloom simultaneously. Witness this stinky spectacle at the Botanic Gardens!
Townsville residents are facing crippling insurance hikes despite a federal reinsurance pool, with some premiums doubling. Experts warn the scheme isn't working as intended. Read the full investigation.
The Bruce Highway south of Cairns has fully reopened after an $80 million repair project to fix extensive cyclone damage. The vital transport link is now safer and more resilient for Far North Queensland.
Cairns enjoys a sunny 31C day today, but keep an eye out for possible afternoon storms. Get the full forecast and plan your day in the tropics.
Get the latest Cairns weather forecast for today. Expect a mix of sun and possible showers with a top of 31°C. Stay updated on conditions in Far North Queensland.
A Townsville mother gave birth just hours after an emergency flight from Hamilton Island during Tropical Cyclone Fina. Read the incredible story of the rescue mission.
The Australian Tropical Centre for Cancer Genomics faces closure without $75 million federal funding. Learn how this impacts Far North Queensland's cancer care and research.
Berkeley River Lodge co-owner reveals the East Kimberley resort was uninsured when Tropical Cyclone Fina caused catastrophic damage. Three villas are beyond repair.
The Queensland Reconstruction Authority launches investigation into Cairns Regional Council's handling of cyclone recovery funds. Stay informed about the audit findings.
Tropical Cyclone Fina, a category 3 system, has directly hit the remote Berkeley River Lodge in the Kimberley. Destructive winds up to 279km/h threaten lives. Stay informed with the latest emergency updates.
Category 3 Cyclone Fina has made landfall in the Kimberley, bringing destructive winds and torrential rain. Residents urged to shelter immediately as the emergency warning remains in effect.
Category 4 Cyclone Fina triggers an immediate danger emergency warning for parts of the WA Kimberley coast. Residents told to shelter now.
Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina, now a Category 4 system, is slamming into northern Western Australia. DFES issues an emergency warning for residents to take immediate shelter. Details inside.
Tropical Cyclone Fina, a category four system, is tracking west towards the Kimberley coast. Residents urged to prepare for destructive winds and secure property.
Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina, a category four system, is approaching WA's Kimberley coast. Residents urged to take immediate action and prepare to shelter from destructive winds and heavy rainfall.
Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina, a category four system, is approaching WA's Kimberley coast. Residents urged to take immediate action and prepare to shelter from destructive winds and heavy rainfall.
Tropical Cyclone Fina batters Darwin with destructive winds and heavy rain, causing a hospital roof collapse and widespread damage. Stay informed on the clean-up efforts.
Tropical Cyclone Fina has intensified into a severe Category 3 system, barrelling towards Darwin. The BOM warns of destructive winds up to 224km/h and flash flooding. Stay informed and follow emergency advice.
Cairns Council reveals ambitious $1.5 million Christmas plan featuring artificial snow in the tropics. Discover how the city will transform for the festive season.
Darwin residents urged to prepare as Tropical Cyclone Fina approaches. Emergency warnings issued with potential severe weather impacts expected across Northern Territory.