SA has highest child poverty rate, mum's Christmas struggle
New data reveals South Australia has the nation's highest child poverty rate. Mum Kayla shares how she salvaged last Christmas with community help. Read her story.
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Cairns Weather: Sunny, 31C Thursday Forecast
Cairns enjoys a sunny Thursday with a top of 31C. Get the full Bureau of Meteorology forecast, including UV index and weekend outlook for Far North Queensland.
Geelong's Sunny Forecast: 26C with a Late Breeze
Geelong residents can expect a mostly sunny day with a top of 26C. A light southerly breeze will develop later. Get the full local forecast details here.
Watt admits oversight failure in $96m BoM website tender
Environment Minister Murray Watt concedes greater oversight was needed in the Bureau of Meteorology's $96 million website rebuild, as costs for one contract soared from $33m to $77m. Read the full details.
BOM to charge councils for flood data
The Bureau of Meteorology will now charge local councils for crucial flood data, sparking concerns over community safety and council budgets. Read the full story.
Australia's Urbanisation Hits 86%, Stats Guy Reports
New data shows 86% of Australians live in major cities, reshaping housing and infrastructure. Explore the trends driving this urban concentration and its national impact.
Perth hits 37.8C, breaking hottest start to summer record
Perth has officially recorded its hottest start to summer in 46 years, hitting 37.8C on December 1. Premier Roger Cook urges West Australians to stay safe in the heat. Read the full forecast.
WA's Domestic Violence Crisis: 12,000 Annual Incidents
Western Australia faces a domestic violence epidemic with 12,000 incidents reported yearly. Learn about new initiatives and community responses to this critical issue.
Pilot dies in Sydney formation flying collision
Pilot Eddie Seve has died after a mid-air collision during an acrobatic formation flight exercise near Wedderburn. Investigations are underway.
Pilot dies in mid-air collision near Appin
A pilot has died after two light aircraft collided mid-air near Wedderburn Airport east of Appin. The other plane landed safely. Investigation underway.
Pilot dies in Sydney mid-air plane collision
A pilot has died after two light planes collided mid-air near Wedderburn. The other aircraft landed safely. Investigations are underway. Stay informed with the latest.
WA's scorching summer forecast revealed
Bureau of Meteorology predicts a sun-soaked, hotter-than-average summer for Western Australia following one of the wettest winters on record. Get the full forecast details.
21,000 Aussies Have Metastatic Breast Cancer
Shocking new data reveals double the estimated Australians living with incurable breast cancer. Learn about the urgent need for research and support.
Perth's hottest day in eight months hits 37C
Perth is set to sizzle with its hottest day in eight months, reaching 37C on Monday. Get the full forecast and essential heatwave safety tips to stay cool.
Damaging Winds and Extreme Fire Danger Hit Canberra
Canberra faces damaging winds exceeding 90km/h and highest bushfire alerts in over two years. Parks closed, schools shut as emergency services warn residents to secure properties.
Townsville youth crime crisis: 75% reoffend on bail
New data reveals 75% of young offenders in Townsville commit crimes while on bail. Community demands action as youth crime rates surge. Read the full investigation.
BOM defends storm warnings amid $96.5m website backlash
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.
BOM's $96.5m Website Cost an 'Open Secret'
New Bureau of Meteorology boss Stuart Minchin reveals the true $96.5m cost of the website redesign, calling it an agency open secret. Discover the full breakdown.
$965m BOM Website Redesign Was Agency Open Secret
New Bureau of Meteorology boss reveals staggering $965 million website redesign cost was known internally. Read the shocking details about government spending.
Cyclone Fina Hits Kimberley, Emergency Warning Issued
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.
SA Prison Drug Crisis: 70% Report Pre-Conviction Use
Shocking data reveals over 70% of SA prisoners used illicit drugs before conviction. Ex-inmate Merlin Faber demands reform in rehabilitation programs. Read his powerful story.
Cyclone Emergency Warning for WA Kimberley Coast
Category 4 Cyclone Fina triggers an immediate danger emergency warning for parts of the WA Kimberley coast. Residents told to shelter now.
Cyclone Fina shifts west, WA residents warned
Tropical Cyclone Fina, a category four system, is tracking west towards the Kimberley coast. Residents urged to prepare for destructive winds and secure property.
Cyclone Fina: Watch and Act for Kimberley
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.
Cyclone Fina: Kimberley Watch and Act Warning Issued
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.
Cyclone Fina Category 3 Threatens Darwin with Destructive Winds
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.
Cyclone Fina Warning for Darwin: November 2024
Darwin residents urged to prepare as Tropical Cyclone Fina approaches. Emergency warnings issued with potential severe weather impacts expected across Northern Territory.
Cyclone Fina Strikes Northern Australia
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.
Cairns Weather: Partly Cloudy with Possible Shower
Discover today's Cairns weather forecast featuring partly cloudy skies, a high of 27°C, and potential afternoon showers. Plan your day in Far North Queensland.
Geelong Weather: Sunny Day with Light Winds
Geelong residents can expect perfect weather conditions today with sunshine and light winds. Plan your outdoor activities with our detailed forecast.
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