The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for parts of Western Australia, with damaging winds and thunderstorms expected to batter the region. Residents urged to take immediate precautions.
Millions of Australians are preparing for extreme weather, with a severe heatwave hitting southern states and a potential tropical cyclone looming for North Queensland. Stay informed and prepared.
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.
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.
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.
The Bureau of Meteorology issues a severe thunderstorm warning for the Hunter region, with damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain expected. This comes ahead of the first major heatwave of 2026, with temperatures forecast to soar above 30°C in Newcastle and
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.
Severe weather batters Townsville, flooding roads and prompting flash flood warnings between Townsville and Bowen. Key roads affected. Motorists urged to avoid floodwaters.
A person has died in Queensland's severe flooding. Emergency services are responding as heavy rain and dangerous conditions persist across the state.
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.
A tornado ripped through the Beyond the Valley music festival in Lardner, causing chaos and injuring two. Read the full report on the severe weather event and emergency response.
A flood warning is in place for the Tully River in Far North Queensland as heavy rainfall causes water levels to rise rapidly. Residents are urged to stay informed and prepare now.
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.
Torrential rain has cut off remote Gulf communities as major roads disappear underwater. Authorities issue urgent warnings and residents prepare for isolation.
A severe weather warning is in place for Queensland's northwest and northeast, with intense rainfall and flash flooding expected. Residents urged to prepare now.
A significant flood watch is active for parts of North Queensland, with the Bureau of Meteorology forecasting persistent, heavy rainfall. Residents urged to prepare and stay informed.
A powerful monsoon trough is set to lash Queensland with intense rainfall and potential flooding. Residents urged to prepare now as warnings issued for northwest and northeast regions.
Townsville residents are urged to prepare as a severe weather system threatens to dump up to 300mm of rain. Mayor Nick Dametto says don't panic, but stay informed and ready.
More than 90 people are displaced after strong winds damaged a crane and power lines on the Gold Coast. An emergency exclusion zone is in place until Tuesday. Read the latest.
Newcastle and the Hunter Region experience a cooler, wetter Boxing Day. Stay updated with live news, traffic, and weather from the Newcastle Herald.
North Queensland faces a wet festive season with heavy rain predicted from Christmas Day through New Year's Eve. BOM warns of potential flash flooding. Stay informed and plan ahead.
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.
Perth is set to be Australia's hottest capital this Christmas, with a severe heatwave peaking at 40C. The Bureau of Meteorology warns temperatures could climb even higher. Get the full forecast and tips to stay cool.
The Hunter region is enduring a severe heatwave, with inland areas reaching 43C. Lifesavers urge swimmers to stay safe at patrolled beaches as the extreme conditions continue through the weekend.
A severe heatwave warning is in effect for the Illawarra, with temperatures predicted to reach 35 degrees Celsius. Learn the details, why it's classified as a heatwave, and how to stay safe.
A hazardous surf warning is in place for Newcastle as cloudy weather sets in. Stay updated with live news, traffic, and weather from the Hunter Region.
Southern Queensland and northern NSW hit by damaging storms with 113km/h winds and golf-ball hail. Power outages and property damage reported. Stay weather-aware.
A Melbourne high school was locked down after a student produced a knife. A neo-Nazi rally participant is deported. Severe heatwave warnings extend across multiple states. Stay informed with the latest.
Geelong enjoys a sunny Friday with a top of 24°C and light winds. Perfect weather for outdoor plans. Check the full forecast here.