Major Queensland floods trigger rescues, isolation, cyclone risk
Torrential rain causes severe flooding across Queensland, with crocodile-infested rescues, towns cut off, and a potential cyclone threat. Disaster funding expanded for recovery.
Torrential rain causes severe flooding across Queensland, with crocodile-infested rescues, towns cut off, and a potential cyclone threat. Disaster funding expanded for recovery.
A tropical low in the Coral Sea has the potential to form into a cyclone later this week, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. Residents are urged to monitor forecasts closely.
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.
The historic Royal Crown Hotel in Dudley has been closed since May 2025 due to severe termite damage. Owner Michael Deer has lodged a DA for a three-stage restoration, aiming to reopen the beloved local in 2026. Read the full story.
Repair works for Townsville's Sooning Street Bridge suffer a major setback after materials are washed into Nelly Bay. The project faces new delays and environmental concerns.
A Townsville man's property was inundated with raw sewage following heavy rain, causing a health hazard. He demands action from the council. Read the full story.
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.
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.
A Townsville resident's ordeal worsens as a driver crashes into their fence and faulty council CCTV fails to capture the incident. Read the full story of the frustrating aftermath.
Campers return to Gold Coast's Broadwater Tourist Park after a dangerous crane collapse and power line hazards. The emergency declaration has been revoked.
Police in Katherine, NT, have arrested three primary school-aged boys over a series of burglaries and property damage. Investigations continue for four other suspects.
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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
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.
Lyle John Gesah has been convicted in Townsville Magistrates Court for assault and wilful damage offences. Read the full details of the case and sentencing.
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 punishing Sydney to Hobart has forced 33 yachts out, with crews reporting broken ribs, lost life rafts and major damage. Follow the dramatic race for line honours here.
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 100ft supermaxi Wild Thing 100 is the first major casualty of the 80th Sydney to Hobart, retiring with rigging damage. All crew are safe as the race continues. Download the 7NEWS app for live updates.
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.
Once a festive favourite, Tasmanian farmed salmon faces a consumer boycott as evidence mounts of environmental damage, wildlife deaths, and antibiotic pollution. Discover the sustainable alternatives.
A major social housing project in Cairns faces extensive water damage, sparking political outrage. Discover the full story and what it means for Queensland's housing crisis.
A South Australian couple's wild theory about a meteorite hitting their new Tesla has been debunked by museum experts. Discover the strange details of the Augusta Highway incident.
A beloved 80-year-old rain tree in Cairns, deemed dangerous, must be removed. The extensive root damage has also condemned the adjacent family home, leaving owners devastated.
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.
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.
The insurance cost for the Lake Macquarie City Council arson attack has surged to $41 million, with court revelations of a 'big developer' connection. Staff may not return until 2027.
Robert Clive Gloss has been sentenced in Townsville Magistrates Court for a series of offences including assault and property damage. Read the full details of his sentencing.