Australia Faces Dual Fire and Cyclone Emergency
Victoria braces for catastrophic fire conditions with total bans in place, while Queensland faces a 50/50 chance of a tropical cyclone. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates.
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Cattle Starve on Flooded Islands in Queensland
Tens of thousands of cattle are dying of thirst and hunger in north-west Queensland, stranded on islands of high ground and refusing to cross floodwaters. Graziers face a devastating repeat of 2019's losses.
Seven charged over 300 offences in Brisbane car theft ring
Queensland police have charged seven men after an international crime syndicate allegedly stole 60 Toyotas from Brisbane to ship to the UAE. Read the full investigation details.
PM softens on Bondi royal commission as floods hit Queensland
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese opens door to national inquiry into Bondi attack. Meanwhile, widespread flooding impacts Queensland and a sinkhole opens in Melbourne.
Bondi suspect in Supermax, PM heads to Queensland floods
The man accused of the Bondi Junction attack is now in Goulburn Supermax prison. Meanwhile, PM Anthony Albanese visits flood-ravaged Queensland as more heavy rain is forecast.
Queensland Floods: Travellers Seek Local Advice Over AI
As floods cut off outback Queensland towns, stranded travellers learn a vital lesson: local knowledge trumps digital maps. Discover why picking up the phone is the safest route.
Spectacular waterfalls flow in outback Queensland after rain
Scrammy Gorge in Bladensburg National Park is flowing with spectacular waterfalls after significant rainfall near Winton. See the stunning aerial footage captured by a local tourism operator.
Worker dies in Queensland coal mine roof collapse
A coal miner has been found dead after being trapped in a roof collapse at the Curragh mine in central Queensland. Emergency teams worked overnight to reach the worker.
Miner missing after Queensland coal mine roof collapse
A major rescue operation is underway at Curragh coal mine after a roof collapse. One worker is missing, potentially trapped 1km underground, while two others were recovered. Follow for live updates.
Gay history of Brisbane's Olympic suburb Herston revealed
As Brisbane prepares for the 2032 Olympics, historians highlight the suburb of Herston's origins in a secret 19th-century gay relationship between Queensland's first premier and his attorney general.
Cyclone Hayley Triggers Major Floods in North Queensland
Tropical Cyclone Hayley has unleashed torrential rain and destructive winds on North Queensland, causing severe flooding, evacuations, and widespread damage. Stay informed on the latest emergency updates.
Queensland reverses ban on shooting flying foxes
Queensland government revokes planned ban on shooting flying foxes, a practice criticised as inhumane and ineffective. Conservationists urge investment in non-lethal netting.
Trump's 2025 Climate Claims: From 'Global Cooling' to Coal
A review of Donald Trump's most controversial environmental statements and executive actions in 2025, from rebranding coal to questioning climate science. Explore the facts behind the rhetoric.
Australia's Triple Weather Threat: Floods, Fires, Cyclone
Australia battles a severe weather trifecta: major floods in Queensland, extreme fire danger in South Australia, and Tropical Cyclone Hayley tracking towards WA. Stay informed on the latest warnings.
Gina Rinehart's Ayn Rand-Inspired Coal Mine Plan
How a teenage reading of Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged shaped Gina Rinehart's worldview and drives her controversial bid to build a coal mine in Canada's Rocky Mountains. Explore the clash with environmentalists.
Queensland flood warnings as 500mm rain forecast
North Queensland faces days of torrential rain with up to 500mm forecast, triggering severe flood warnings and livestock threats. Stay informed with the latest BoM alerts.
Guinea's Junta Leader Frontrunner in Presidential Election
Mamady Doumbouya, who led a 2021 coup promising democracy, is the clear favourite in Guinea's presidential vote. Critics call his candidacy a betrayal as he consolidates power.
WA Fire Downgraded, Queensland Braces for Monsoonal Floods
The Boddington bushfire threat eases but residents cannot return home, while Queensland and the NT face severe flooding from monsoonal rain. Get the latest updates.
Bushfire burns near Perth as storms hit Queensland
Residents in Western Australia are on high alert as an uncontained bushfire rages south-east of Perth, while Queensland faces flooding from a monsoon trough. Stay informed with the latest warnings.
Trump tells children he won't let 'bad Santa' infiltrate US
President Donald Trump joined the NORAD Santa tracker calls from Mar-a-Lago, assuring children about Santa's security and calling coal 'clean and beautiful'. Read the full festive exchange.
UK man faces deportation from Australia over Nazi symbols
A 43-year-old British national in Queensland has had his visa cancelled and faces deportation after being charged with displaying Nazi symbols and advocating violence against Jewish people online.
The battle behind Australia's richest person's wealth
Explore the bitter rivalries and court battles behind Gina Rinehart's fortune. Is she a mining heiress or a self-made magnate? Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Miners win £100-a-week pension boost after govt U-turn
Former mineworkers celebrate a 'historic' 41% pension uplift after the government returns a £2.3bn reserve. Thousands to receive backdated lump sums, ending a long-standing injustice.
Gina Rinehart's Mining Empire: Power and Controversy
Explore the formidable legacy of Gina Rinehart, Australia's richest person, as she expands her iron ore empire amidst legal battles and immense influence. Discover the full story.
Queensland bans puberty blockers for gender dysphoria
Queensland passes law banning puberty blockers for gender dysphoria in under-18s from 2031. Read the full details on the controversial new legislation and its implications.
Ex-Mayor's Epilepsy Claims Linked to Partner's Business
An investigation reveals ex-Townsville mayor Troy Thompson promoted a wellness bracelet for epilepsy, sold by a business linked to his partner, despite lacking a formal diagnosis. Read the full exclusive.
System failed to stop Queensland childcare predator
A damning report reveals a Queensland childcare worker's predatory abuse could have been halted on five separate occasions by authorities. Read the full investigation.
Museum climate programme 'obstruction dressed as education'
A Queensland Museum education programme sponsored by Shell is under fire for allegedly omitting fossil fuels as the primary cause of climate change in its teaching materials. Advocacy group demands review.
Brisbane 2032 unveils 'Believe, Belong, Become' slogan
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games have unveiled their official slogan, 'Believe, Belong, Become'. Discover the vision behind the motto and its significance for Queensland.
Huge Australian Dust Storm Envelops Remote Gold Mine
Workers at a remote Northern Territory gold mine describe being caught in a massive, two-day dust storm. Experts warn climate change may increase frequency, posing health and environmental risks. Read the full report.
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