June 2025 in Canberra featured the opening of the Charles Bean Research Centre and a historic cold snap, with temperatures plunging to a record low of minus 7.6 degrees. See the capital's key moments.
England's tailenders drag the fifth Ashes Test into a final day at The Oval, but Australia remains on the brink of a dominant 4-1 series victory. Full match report and analysis.
Travis Head and Steve Smith smash brilliant centuries as Australia builds a commanding 134-run lead on Day 3 of the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG. Follow the action live.
Australian opener Travis Head smashed 163 on Day 3 of the fifth Ashes Test, then delivered a classic response about his conversion rate. Read his witty press conference remarks.
Steve Smith's 37th Test ton at the SCG propelled him past Jack Hobbs for second-most Ashes runs and centuries, trailing only Sir Donald Bradman. Download the 7NEWS app for more.
Steve Smith's monumental achievement in the Ashes, becoming the second-leading run-scorer in history. Discover how he surpassed legends and where he stands now.
Steve Smith and Travis Head hit masterful centuries as Australia seized control on Day Two of the Sydney Ashes Test. England's bowlers toil as the hosts build a massive lead.
Adelaide's property market hits a national record, with median house prices now exceeding Melbourne's. Discover the latest figures and what this means for sellers and buyers across Australia.
Steve Smith says Australia are backed into a corner on spin, with Sydney's pitch evolution highlighting a nationwide issue. Read the full analysis of the Ashes finale.
Australia makes a huge selection call for the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG, dropping spinner Todd Murphy. Steve Smith defends Cameron Green as pressure mounts.
The Hunter Region endured a year of climatic extremes in 2025, with historic heat and unprecedented rainfall setting new benchmarks. Discover which records tumbled and what the forecast holds.
Australia's team for the final Ashes Test in Sydney remains undecided. Steve Smith confirms all options open as green pitch complicates spin selection for Todd Murphy. Read the latest.
England's Harry Brook climbs to second in ICC Test batting rankings, pushing Travis Head and Steve Smith down. All the latest ahead of the final Ashes Test in Sydney.
Hunter SES crews faced their busiest year ever, responding to over 5000 incidents and 10,000 volunteer hours in 2025's severe storms and floods. Read about their heroic efforts.
Far North Queensland is inundated by record-breaking rainfall, with flash flooding across the region. Emergency services issue warnings as communities brace for more wild weather. Stay informed.
A man in his 70s has died in north-west Queensland's flash flooding. Premier David Crisafulli confirms the tragedy as emergency crews tackle widespread damage and road closures. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
A man in his 70s has died in floodwaters at Normanton as two weather systems isolate towns and smash rainfall records across outback Queensland. Authorities urge motorists to never drive through floodwaters.
WA's CBH Group has set a new receival record of 22.9 million tonnes, marking its biggest harvest in 92 years. Discover how this impacts growers and the state's economy.
A 16-year-old from Fassifern has landed a colossal 55cm bream on Christmas Day, believed to be one of the biggest ever caught in Lake Macquarie. Read the full story of this remarkable catch.
Western Australia's grain harvest is on track to approach a record 22 million tonnes, overcoming frost, rain, and logistical hurdles. Discover the resilience behind the numbers.
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.
7NEWS Perth's Adrian Barich reflects on a year dominated by sport, from Jacob Kiplimo's mind-bending half-marathon record to Min Woo Lee's PGA Tour breakthrough and unforgettable moments in AFL, cricket, and tennis.
A record 94,199 fans flocked to the MCG for the Boxing Day Ashes Test, the biggest crowd for a day of cricket in Australia. England finally showed fight, bowling Australia out for 152. Read the full story.
Western Australia shattered a 120-year temperature record this Christmas, becoming the hottest place on Earth. Discover which towns made history and what relief is coming.
Josh Tongue spearheaded a stunning England fightback on day one of the Boxing Day Test, claiming three key wickets as Australia slumped to 4-72. Read the full match report.
Perth endured a blistering 42.1C Christmas Day, narrowly missing the 2021 record. Tens of thousands sought relief at beaches like City Beach and Matilda Bay, blending festive traditions with heatwave survival tactics. Discover how West Aussies celebrated.
From political upheaval with Donald Trump's Senate trial to a record-breaking Telethon, 2025 was a year of major events. Explore the key moments that shaped the world.
A look back at the unforgettable events that defined Western Australia in 2025, from tragic crashes and a terror attack to incredible survival and record-breaking wins. Read the full review.
Perth is set for a record-breaking Christmas scorcher, with a forecast minimum of 26C marking the hottest morning in over a century. Authorities issue heat and fire warnings as families stock up on seafood.
Perth is bracing for a scorching Christmas Day, with a forecast minimum of 26C set to break a 110-year-old record. The heatwave brings extreme temperatures across WA. Stay cool and safe.