A severe heatwave sweeps South Australia and Victoria, with temperatures hitting 46C. Firefighters warn landscapes are 'ready to burn' amid extreme fire danger ratings. Stay informed and check on vulnerable neighbours.
Southern Australia endures a severe heatwave in January 2026, with temperatures soaring above 40°C. Authorities issue health warnings as the extreme weather impacts major cities. Read more on the climate implications.
Emergency services suspend searches for missing swimmers after six people die along Australia's eastern coastline during a horror New Year period. Read the full report.
Australia's iconic red and yellow beach flags are confusing international visitors, leading to dangerous swims. Experts argue the system needs a global rethink. Read why change is urgent.
A 25-year-old woman has died after being knocked over by a wave at Maroubra Beach in the early hours of New Year's Day. Authorities have issued a hazardous surf warning for the NSW coast.
A man has died and a 14-year-old boy is missing after a boat flipped in rough seas at Sydney's Palm Beach. Emergency services continue their search. Read the latest updates.
From 1 January 2026, Australians will see cheaper prescription medicines, new rules for cash payments, and major state law changes. Discover all the key updates coming into effect.
Australian police confirm Bondi Beach attackers acted alone, not part of a wider cell. Hero Ahmed al Ahmed explains why he intervened. Sydney urged to show defiance on New Year's Eve.
A look back at Australia's tumultuous 2025, featuring a devastating terror attack, a landmark election, climate disasters, and the nation's most gripping stories. Explore the key events that shaped the year.
Discover a fantastic range of free workshops, exhibitions, and performances for children across Australia this summer, from giant puppet whales to comic creation and reading challenges.
PM Anthony Albanese defends a swift intelligence review over a federal royal commission into the Bondi terror attack, despite pleas from victims' families and Jewish leaders.
NSW Premier urges public defiance after Bondi terror attack as police deploy in unprecedented numbers with new firepower for Sydney's New Year's Eve celebrations.
A 36-year-old man faces charges after allegedly displaying white supremacist and Nazi SS tattoos at Bar Beach in Newcastle on Christmas Eve. Read the full report.
From the Bondi terror attack to Diwali lights and climate protests, Guardian Australia's photographers captured a nation's defining moments in 2025. Explore the powerful images.
Beat the January blues with our guide to the world's best beaches for 2026, from the Caribbean to Scotland. Discover winter sun escapes and inspiring coastal getaways.
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.
A new book, Retro Australia, reveals rare photographs from the 1950s to 1970s, showcasing a nation undergoing profound transformation. Explore the nostalgic collection now.
A British father living in Australia for 15 years is facing deportation after allegedly posting antisemitic content online. Read the full story on the crackdown on hate speech.
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.
Australians face a turbulent Christmas Day with extreme heat in the west, severe storms in the east, and a cyclone threat in the north. Plan your festive day with the latest official forecasts.
Exclusive photo shows Sajid Akram before the Bondi Beach massacre. Details emerge about the suspect's life in Australia and the investigation into the attack that killed 15.
Australia faces a weather split this Christmas, with severe heatwaves on the Queensland-NSW border and Melbourne bracing for its coldest Christmas Day since 2006. Get the full forecast.
Thousands gathered at Bondi Beach for a national day of reflection after a terror attack on a Hanukah celebration. The nation mourns its deadliest mass shooting in nearly 30 years.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was met with shouts of 'shame' at a Sydney vigil for 15 victims of a terror attack, as anger grows over the government's response to rising antisemitism.
Australia's PM announces a major review of police and intelligence agencies following the deadly Bondi Beach shooting, as the nation honours victims. Read the latest developments.
Australia observes a national day of mourning for the 15 lives lost in the Bondi Beach terror attack. Flags fly at half-mast as the nation stands in solidarity with the Jewish community.
A detailed account of the alarming rise in antisemitic incidents in Australia over two years, leading to the deadly Bondi Beach terror attack. Explore the timeline and official responses.
A national firearms register, promised after Port Arthur, remains incomplete. Experts argue it could have flagged the Bondi attackers. Discover the stalled reforms and new proposals.
Members of local swim clubs held a poignant minute's silence at Bondi Beach before a commemorative swim, honouring the victims of the recent terror attack on the Jewish community. Discover how Sydney's iconic shore embodies resilience.
Australia plans a national gun buyback scheme and tougher laws after the Bondi Beach terrorist shooting that killed 15. Read the full story on the government's response.