Environment
Weather
How this year’s bushfire season is different from Black Summer
Years of La Nina events have fuelled vegetation growth across Victoria, but different conditions and new technology could make a difference this bushfire season.
- by Laura Chung
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Two hit by lightning as storms lash Queensland
A young girl has been left fighting for life after being struck by lightning as storms lash the state's southeast.
Severe storms smash Queensland’s south-east
Widespread severe storms have impacted parts of Queensland’s south-east.
National weather forecast for Saturday December 16
National weather forecast for Saturday December 16.
'Very dangerous' thunderstorm rips through Brisbane
A dangerous thunderstorm is bearing down on Brisbane, bringing nearly 200km/h wind gusts and heavy rain.
NSW community gutted after bushfires tear through town
Several families have been devastated by a bushfire that destroyed homes and a small business in New South Wales overnight.
Far North Queensland on flood watch as ex-tropical Cyclone Jasper crosses region
Major flood warnings for parts of Far North Queensland as ex-tropical Cyclone Jasper crosses region.
Police increase patrols after cyclone thefts
Queensland Police will increase patrols in cyclone-affected areas after businesses were targeted by vandals overnight.
Sydneysiders warned to limit electricity use as bushfires hit Hunter Valley
An emergency bushfire warning has been issued for two fires near Newcastle, with the hot weather also putting a strain on the state’s energy reserves.
- by Jessica McSweeney, Laura Chung and Sarah Keoghan