Canberrans are urged to prepare as the Bureau of Meteorology issues a severe thunderstorm warning for New Year's Eve, forecasting damaging winds, large hail, and potential flash flooding. Stay safe and follow emergency advice.
A tornado ripped through the Beyond the Valley music festival in Lardner, causing chaos and injuring two. Read the full report on the severe weather event and emergency response.
North Queensland faces major flooding as a powerful weather system dumps record rainfall. Emergency services are on high alert with fears of a repeat of the devastating 2019 floods. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
Torrential rain has cut off remote Gulf communities as major roads disappear underwater. Authorities issue urgent warnings and residents prepare for isolation.
A severe weather warning is in place for Queensland's northwest and northeast, with intense rainfall and flash flooding expected. Residents urged to prepare now.
A powerful monsoon trough is set to lash Queensland with intense rainfall and potential flooding. Residents urged to prepare now as warnings issued for northwest and northeast regions.
Townsville residents are urged to prepare as a severe weather system threatens to dump up to 300mm of rain. Mayor Nick Dametto says don't panic, but stay informed and ready.
More than 90 people are displaced after strong winds damaged a crane and power lines on the Gold Coast. An emergency exclusion zone is in place until Tuesday. Read the latest.
A three-day heatwave gripping the Hunter region is set to break with a cool change, bringing showers and potential severe thunderstorms. Get the latest BOM warnings and forecast details.
Perth is set to be Australia's hottest capital this Christmas, with a severe heatwave peaking at 40C. The Bureau of Meteorology warns temperatures could climb even higher. Get the full forecast and tips to stay cool.
The Hunter region is enduring a severe heatwave, with inland areas reaching 43C. Lifesavers urge swimmers to stay safe at patrolled beaches as the extreme conditions continue through the weekend.
A severe heatwave warning is in effect for the Illawarra, with temperatures predicted to reach 35 degrees Celsius. Learn the details, why it's classified as a heatwave, and how to stay safe.
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.
A Melbourne high school was locked down after a student produced a knife. A neo-Nazi rally participant is deported. Severe heatwave warnings extend across multiple states. Stay informed with the latest.
The North Queensland Cowboys' signing of controversial forward Matt Lodge has ignited a firestorm of fan reaction. Get the full details on the deal and the divided response.
South Australia faces damaging winds and heavy rainfall as a severe weather system approaches. Stay informed and prepared with the latest updates and safety advice.
Severe thunderstorms smash Queensland for third consecutive day as heatwave intensifies. 15,000 homes without power, damaging winds recorded. Stay informed with latest updates.
Millions of Australians face extreme fire danger and severe thunderstorms across the east coast. Total fire bans issued for multiple NSW regions as wild weather continues.
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.
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.
Australia's Bureau of Meteorology hits back at critics over Queensland superstorm warnings while defending its controversial $96.5 million website overhaul. Learn the full story.
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.
Queensland braces for a week of severe thunderstorms and extreme heatwave conditions, with giant hail and destructive winds forecast. Stay informed and take precautions.
The family of Perth toddler Aurelia Patel is in a desperate race against time to raise millions for a life-saving heart and lung transplant overseas after Australian options were exhausted.
Perth's Optus Stadium dazzled as cricket legends and media personalities gathered for the thrilling first day of The Ashes. See who was there and how social media reacted to the spectacle.
Newcastle and Hunter Region face severe thunderstorms with large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain. Stay updated with live weather alerts and safety information.
Newcastle researchers are pioneering a national effort to find an asthma cure using artificial intelligence and genetics, challenging long-held beliefs about the disease's incurability.
A severe storm warning has been issued for Perth and WA regions. Residents in Northam, Dowerin, and Armadale must act now to stay safe from damaging winds and large hail.