Persistent rain in Townsville is cooling beaches, potentially leading to a boom in male green sea turtle hatchlings. Experts monitor the crucial nesting season. Learn about this fascinating climate impact.
Adelaide Writers' Week faces backlash for removing Palestinian advocate Randa Abdel-Fattah. Meanwhile, SA's net zero claims clash with dire climate warnings. Read the full story.
New report reveals how heatwaves and extreme weather events are overwhelming Australia's health services, driving up emergency admissions and costs. Learn the urgent call for climate-resilient healthcare.
Career expert Laura Grierson explains why 2026 presents a unique opportunity for professionals to make a significant career move. Discover the key factors and how to prepare.
Perth Heat icon Tim Kennelly announces his retirement after a 17-year professional baseball career. Read about his legacy and future plans.
Australian cricket star Usman Khawaja has played his final Test match, retiring at the SCG where his journey began. Relive the key moments of his celebrated career.
Australian cricket veteran Usman Khawaja ends his Test career at the SCG, paying tribute to his wife Rachel after an emotional final match. Relive the key moments and his legacy.
New research reveals Canberra's emergency departments face a surge in heat-related cases as climate warms. Vulnerable groups identified. Read the urgent call for action.
Former CIA agent Mike Baker defends the Trump administration's foreign policy push on Greenland and Venezuela, framing it as a revival of the Monroe Doctrine. Read the full analysis.
Arnott's confirms a recipe change for its iconic Cheds crackers, swapping a key cheese. Fans are divided over the 'sad' update, but the company promises the same cheesy flavour. Read the full story.
Discover the best paper diaries for 2026 as Australians embrace intentional, analogue planning. Explore top picks from Bespoke Letterpress to organise your year.
Illawarra Hawks guard Wani Swaka Lo Buluk is averaging career-high numbers but believes his game lacks the consistency needed to lift the team. The four-time NBL champion details his mental focus.
Perth gets a brief cool change midweek with highs in the high 20s, but severe heatwave conditions persist across WA. Read the full forecast and fire risk details.
Dr Andrew Miller recounts the pivotal moment a disastrous shave before a hospital night shift made him realise he was not destined to be a surgeon. Discover the full moon epiphany.
The first full moon of 2026, the 'Wolf Moon', will be a supermoon. Learn when and how to see it at its largest, the science behind the Moon Illusion, and the origins of its name.
South Australia is confidently progressing towards its 2050 net zero emissions target, with new data showing strong renewable energy growth is outpacing grim predictions. Discover how the state is turning the tide.
Perth is set for a blockbuster 2026 with a huge lineup of world-class entertainment, sport, and culture. From Lady Gaga to the Commonwealth Games, here's your guide to the year's must-see events.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
Sydney's world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks lit up the harbour in a stunning 12-minute show, marked by a poignant tribute to the Bondi attack victims. Over a million people watched the spectacle.
Geelong residents can expect a cool, showery day with fresh winds. Get the full forecast, including temperatures and a look ahead to the weekend.
New research reveals Greenland's ice sheet is melting faster than predicted, threatening global sea level rise. Scientists urge immediate climate action to mitigate impacts.
Readers share powerful tributes and perspectives on climate action, the Bondi tragedy, and societal divisions. Explore the community's voice in the Newcastle Herald.
The Trump administration is firing over 1,100 scientists and dismantling a premier climate research institute, removing references to human-caused climate change from official websites. This analysis explores the political motives behind the attack on sci
Newcastle Herald readers share views on Bondi tragedy heroes, inclusive toilets, climate action, and local parking woes. Read diverse community opinions.
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.
Pinterest's 2026 trend report forecasts a shift to individuality, nostalgia, and analogue living. Discover the key fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends set to define the year ahead.
Adrian Barich gazes into his crystal ball to forecast the year ahead for WA, covering sport, lifestyle, food and the state's unique character. Discover what 2026 might hold.
Dual Olympian Jana Pittman reveals how she traded the track for medicine, becoming an OB-GYN after elite sport. Her inspiring story proves it's never too late to chase your dreams. Read her incredible journey.
Woodside Energy CEO Meg O'Neill has resigned to take the helm at British oil major BP. The surprise move triggers a leadership transition at Australia's largest gas producer.
Discover how your subconscious mind shapes daily habits and learn the science-backed strategies, including the 66-day average, to make lasting positive changes in the new year.