West Australians are urged to prepare for an elevated bushfire risk this summer. Key regions face heightened threats due to dry conditions and increased fuel loads. Stay informed and have a bushfire plan ready.
Emergency warning issued for Aubin Grove and Banjup as uncontrolled bushfire threatens homes. Residents told to leave immediately if unprepared. Latest updates.
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.
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.
Newcastle chef Josh Gregory shares his summer vision for Thermidor with new menus featuring seafood, spritzes and approachable dining. Discover the harbourfront dining experience.
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.
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.
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.
Hundreds of children experienced early Christmas magic at McDonald Jones Stadium during Variety's annual party, featuring Santa, gifts, and inclusive activities for all abilities.
Tropical Cyclone Fina, a category 3 system, has directly hit the remote Berkeley River Lodge in the Kimberley. Destructive winds up to 279km/h threaten lives. Stay informed with the latest emergency updates.
NGM Group warns Australian shoppers about rising Black Friday scams. Learn how to protect yourself from fake stores and delivery scams during the holiday shopping season.
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.
Fort Scratchley's major fundraiser, the Music of the Guns concert, was unexpectedly cancelled, costing the historical society $2000 and disappointing ticket holders. The event is now rescheduled for February.
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.
A two-year-old boy died after a box jellyfish sting in Malaysia. His parents share their heartbreaking story to warn Australian tourists about marine dangers.
Australian MPs and staff advised to disable Wi-Fi on devices during Chinese official Zhao Leji's Parliament visit. Security measures implemented amid cyber espionage concerns.
Category 4 Cyclone Fina triggers an immediate danger emergency warning for parts of the WA Kimberley coast. Residents told to shelter now.
Queensland braces for a week of severe thunderstorms and extreme heatwave conditions, with giant hail and destructive winds forecast. Stay informed and take precautions.
Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina, now a Category 4 system, is slamming into northern Western Australia. DFES issues an emergency warning for residents to take immediate shelter. Details inside.
Tropical Cyclone Fina, a category four system, is tracking west towards the Kimberley coast. Residents urged to prepare for destructive winds and secure property.
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.
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.
Hunter writers are invited to enter the Newcastle Herald's annual short story competition. Inspired by local photographs, entries close December 22, 2025, with great prizes to be won.
A Perth retiree's dream trip turns into a $50,000 nightmare after a sophisticated online scam. Experts warn shoppers to stay vigilant this festive season as losses soar.
City of Newcastle's executive manager Nick Kaiser responds to criticism of community consultation processes, explaining the principles behind transparent engagement.
Darwin residents urged to prepare as Tropical Cyclone Fina approaches. Emergency warnings issued with potential severe weather impacts expected across Northern Territory.