Hunter storms cause damage, 41 SES jobs
Severe thunderstorms brought damaging winds and rain to the Hunter region, resulting in fallen trees, leaking roofs, and a busy weekend for NSW SES crews. Read the full report.
Severe thunderstorms brought damaging winds and rain to the Hunter region, resulting in fallen trees, leaking roofs, and a busy weekend for NSW SES crews. Read the full report.
A decade after an extreme east coast low battered the Hunter, claiming one life, marine rescue volunteers reunite to honour their courage in 8-metre swells. Read their incredible story.
Melbourne Storm face a major recruitment setback as key players Nick Meaney and Tyran Wishart confirm departure after 2026 NRL season, expected to join new club Perth Bears. Read the full story.
WA Police release images of graffiti linked to the 2012 disappearance of Charlie Park in Boulder, renewing a $1M reward appeal for answers in the suspected murder.
WA Police release a photo of suspicious graffiti linked to the 2012 disappearance of Charles Park in Kalgoorlie. Detectives urge anyone with information to come forward.
Residents in Newcastle's northern suburbs are reeling after a fierce storm tore through, uprooting trees, cutting power and flooding homes. The SES received 246 calls for help.
Northern Star Resources faces negative cashflow after a month-long plant failure at Kalgoorlie's Super Pit, worsened by Christmas staff shortages. CEO Stuart Tonkin defends maintenance of ageing assets. Read the full update.
A severe storm cut short racing at the Australian Skiff Championships on Lake Macquarie, causing broken masts. Over 100 crews are competing this week. Read more.
A ferocious storm ripped through Newcastle and the Hunter, causing widespread power outages, flash flooding, and forcing a passenger plane to divert. Get the latest updates on the damage and clean-up efforts.
A severe thunderstorm ripped through Newcastle, leaving thousands without power and causing flash flooding. Ausgrid is investigating the major outage. Read the latest updates.
Melbourne Storm forward Eli Katoa faces a year out minimum after emergency brain surgery. The NRL is investigating Tonga's medical staff over his treatment. Read his inspiring recovery journey.
Dramatic video captures a lightning strike hitting a utility pole on the Captain Cook Highway in Cairns during severe storms. The incident highlights the dangers of wild weather in Far North Queensland.
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.
Northern Star Resources cuts its 2026 gold production forecast due to equipment failures at WA and US mines. Shares fell over 8%. Full details on the operational setbacks.
Three people were rushed to hospital after a severe lightning strike during a wild North Queensland storm. Get the latest details on the incident and weather warnings.
A dramatic New Year's Eve lightning strike in Canberra's south caused a major power outage, leaving shoppers in the dark and affecting over 1200 properties. Read how the community and emergency crews responded.
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.
Campers return to Gold Coast's Broadwater Tourist Park after a dangerous crane collapse and power line hazards. The emergency declaration has been revoked.
Daria Kasatkina is set to make her Australian Open debut as an Australian after a mental health break. Friends Storm Hunter and Daria Saville back her to thrive with local support. Download the 7NEWS app.
An elderly woman was struck by a falling tree branch and a teenager injured in a car rollover during a stormy night in North Queensland. Emergency services responded to multiple incidents.
Former Perth Cup favourite Sentimental Hero, now a $13 outsider, is in better form for the 2026 $1 million race according to trainer Peter Fernie. Can the Kalgoorlie Cup winner defy the odds?
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.
Horizon Minerals delays its Black Swan feasibility study to March, eyeing a major throughput boost as gold prices soar past A$6700/oz. First gold is targeted for late 2026.
The North Queensland Storm Open Women's Division One team are state champions again after a stunning victory. Read how they dominated the final to secure back-to-back glory.
Kalgoorlie Gold Mining's drilling at its Pinjin project has doubled the strike length of primary gold mineralisation to 1.1km, confirming a significant orogenic system. Read the latest on this exciting WA gold discovery.
The Melbourne Storm have secured forward Davvy Moale for 2026, adding crucial depth to their pack after significant losses. The Cook Islands international is set to play for his third club in as many years.
The NRL has suspended four high-profile player agents and fined Melbourne Storm and Sydney Roosters over integrity breaches. Key stars face manager changes for 2026.
More than 104,000 homes and businesses in Perth have had power restored after a severe summer storm, but 8,000 remain without electricity. Western Power crews continue repair efforts.
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.