Hate speech law loophole and Queensland flood fears
Australia's PM to detail hate speech crackdown amid a potential legal loophole. Plus, Queensland flood isolation fears and calls to reassess the US alliance. Read the latest.
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Central Queensland Flooding Could Isolate Communities for Months
Torrential rain triggers severe flooding in Central Queensland, with authorities warning some remote communities may be cut off for months. Read the latest on the crisis and emergency response.
Politicians use Gina Rinehart's private jet for flood tour
One Nation's Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce visited flooded Queensland communities using Gina Rinehart's private Gulfstream jet. Joyce defended the move, saying it saved taxpayer money.
Queensland Floods After Ex-Cyclone Koji, Thousands Lose Power
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji has unleashed heavy rain and floods in Queensland, leaving thousands without power. Flood warnings remain as the state braces for more downpours.
Australia Faces Bushfires, Floods, and Festival Controversy
Major bushfires in Victoria continue as ex-Cyclone Koji brings flood threats to Queensland. Meanwhile, the Adelaide Festival faces board resignations over a programming decision. Follow live updates.
Cyclone Koji Threatens Queensland with Severe Flooding
Tropical Cyclone Koji makes landfall, bringing 120km/h winds and intense rain to Townsville and Bowen. Premier praises community preparations as flash flooding warnings are issued.
Australia faces bushfires and cyclone Koji in extreme weather
Australia confronts simultaneous natural disasters as Victoria battles fierce bushfires and Queensland prepares for Cyclone Koji. Follow live updates on the emergency response and political reactions.
Kosovo floods trap families, cut water and power supplies
Emergency services rescue people from homes in Kosovo after intense rainfall causes severe flooding and landslides. Read the latest on the crisis and wider European storm impacts.
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.
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.
Lismore Cinema reopens four years after devastating floods
After nearly four years, Lismore Cinema has reopened its doors following catastrophic flooding. The return of the entertainment venue marks a significant milestone in the community's long recovery journey. Read more about this story of resilience.
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.
Catastrophic floods hit South-East Asia in monsoon season
Torrential monsoon rains trigger severe flooding across South-East Asia, causing widespread displacement and damage. Experts link the extreme weather to climate change. Read the full report.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Homes Buried in Mud After California Floods
Shocking drone footage reveals the devastating aftermath of California floods, with homes completely submerged in mud. See the full video and the urgent response efforts.
California Floods: Homes Buried, Avalanche Risk Eases
California's brutal Christmas storms, the wettest in 54 years for LA, caused mudslides, flooding, and avalanche threats. See the latest on the damage and response.
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.
Atmospheric River Causes Life-Threatening California Floods
A powerful atmospheric river storm has triggered severe flooding across California, forcing mass evacuations and a state of emergency. Get the latest on this extreme weather event.
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.
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