Flood hit region’s disease deaths rise as cyclone looms
The number of deaths from a disease linked with heavy rain has more than doubled in a flood-hit region as authorities track a looming tropical cyclone.
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Climate wipeout looms for top surf spots without action
Top surf spots are under threat from sea level rise, wild coastal storms and other consequences of a warming climate.
World clocks warmest January on record despite La Nina
Despite an emerging La Nina bringing cooler conditions to the tropical Pacific, last month has been deemed the warmest January on record.
Clean up starts for some but flood threat remains
The clean up has begun for some residents in rain-hit northern Australia but the flood threat is not over for others, with more showers and storms forecast.
Cyclone threat looms for rain-battered region
A region recovering from heavy rain is bracing for another deluge after enduring flooding that closed a major road, with two potential cyclones on the horizon.
Heatwave sends temps soaring in the Sunshine State
Brisbane continues to swelter but it's inland areas getting hit the hardest as the Sunshine State sweats through heatwave conditions.
Homes lost as bushfires spread in west
Homes have been lost as a string of bushfires spread in Western Australia, with residents in many areas warned it is too late to evacuate.
Heatwave conditions scorching vast swathe of Australia
Multiple states and territories are sweltering through a summer heatwave, while some of the eastern states can expect a wet weekend.
Eastern states soaked as wet weather, storms continue
Heavy rainfall continues to blanket parts of the east coast as rain-soaked communities prepare for more severe thunderstorms.
‘Sticky’ heatwave has firefighters on high alert
Much of southern Australia is sweltering through a three-day "sticky" heatwave with increasing fire danger risks amid blazes in popular holiday spots.
Firefighters battle fresh blazes amid total fire bans
Total fire bans are in place amid extreme danger from heatwave conditions as firefighters work to control freshly sparked bushfires.
Heavens open, bringing relief from heat and fires
Wet and cooler conditions across much of southeastern Australia have provided relief from the heat and a bushfire burning for three weeks.
Town braces for more flooding after heavy downpours
The clean-up has begun at a rain-hit town after flooding caused "massive damage" to roads while another community is bracing for rising water levels.
Flooding threat lifted, storms ahead for rain-hit area
A rain-soaked community has been warned a flooding threat may return with more storms on the horizon after an emergency alert was cancelled, capping a wet week.
Flash floods prompt rescues and warnings for motorists
Residents and businesses face a challenging start to the new year in parts of one state after record rainfall caused flash flooding.
Women rescued from floodwaters as deluge continues
The rain is finally set to ease in southeast Queensland after a run of bleak weather that has caused flooding, power outages and ruined a Test cricket match.
Holiday travellers warned worst wet weather yet to come
Roads have been closed and rivers are rising in north Queensland, with severe storms prompting warnings for holiday travellers to reconsider festive driving.
Two rescued as flooding rains move south
Two people have been rescued after their car was trapped in floodwaters as a tropical low moves across northern Australia, triggering warnings.
Darwin still marked by Cyclone Tracy, 50 years on
Soaring frigatebirds warned of a cyclone that would be Australia's most destructive and put Darwin on the map for the wrong reasons.
Flooding cuts off roads, more rainfall on its way
The flood risk remains in parts of north Queensland with storms still possible though relief is in sight as a tropical low moves out to sea.
Extreme weather scaring off tourists
Threats of floods, storms, bushfires and heatwaves are making summer holidays difficult to plan and navigate for tourists.
Children rescued in floodwaters as showers ease
Showers and storms will continue to linger about Queensland's north coast, but are not expected to cause renewed flooding as a tropical low moves out to sea.
Festive frenzy is full swing ahead of Santa’s arrival
The countdown to Christmas is more frantic than festive for most Australians, with many tipped to complete their preparations with a last-minute rush.
Wet-spell sting as mosquito-borne disease threat rises
A wet week in Queensland has created ideal mosquito breeding conditions, with officials warning there's an increased risk of a serious virus spreading from NSW.
Third town told to leave immediately as bushfire rages
Residents in the Grampians towns of Bornes Hill, Moyston and Pomonal have been told to leave immediately and seek shelter as a bushfire threat is imminent.
Wind change fans unpredictable fires as towns evacuated
Dozens of communities have been urged to leave or take shelter as an out-of-control bushfire was fuelled further by gusty winds on a day of extreme conditions.
Bushfire rages but cool change a chance to check damage
The threat of bushfires will linger in Victoria's already-scorched Grampians region even after hot and windy conditions move north.
Storms may pose new fire threat after states scorched
After scorching heat hit eastern Australia, severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued which may bring another fire threat - lightning.
Wet week for rain-hit state with tropical low looming
A tropical low is a chance of forming off rain-hit Queensland but the Bureau of Meteorology says it is unlikely to develop into the season's first cyclone.
Holiday mode: Storm warning ahead of festive season
Research shows nearly three-quarters of Australians don't plan or properly protect their homes from potential storm damage before leaving on summer holidays.
High rates of hearing loss among Indigenous people
Indigenous children, especially in remote areas are being impacted by high rates of severe middle ear infections, which can cause hearing loss a report says.