The first major heatwave of the summer has struck New South Wales, with Sydney's CBD hitting 37.8C. Bushfire warnings are in place as firefighters battle blazes in multiple states. Read the full weather and news update.
Australians are urged to stay vigilant as temperatures soar into the 40s across multiple states and dangerous bushfires burn. Meteorologists warn the extreme heat poses a serious risk to public health.
Tragic news as respected farmer and Shire deputy president Mark Mudie dies battling a bushfire threatening his West River property. The community is devastated. Read the full story.
A farmer has tragically died while defending his property from a bushfire near Ravensthorpe, Western Australia. The incident highlights the extreme dangers of the current fire season. Read the full report.
Ricky Megee endured ten weeks in the desert after an alleged kidnapping, surviving on snakes and his own urine. Discover his incredible, controversial story of resilience.
A devastating bushfire near Geraldton forces residents to flee, destroys homes, and cuts power to thousands. Emergency services issue urgent survival warnings as conditions worsen.
A severe bushfire near Geraldton, WA, forces residents to flee, closes schools, and leaves nearly 4,000 without power. Urgent safety warnings issued as conditions worsen.
Firefighters confront catastrophic conditions as a blistering heatwave grips Australia, triggering extreme fire danger and mass school closures. Residents urged to activate bushfire survival plans.
Catastrophic fire danger forecast for NSW, the first since 2023. Schools close and total fire bans are in place as the state faces its most severe bushfire risk in over two years.
Tragic death of firefighter Peter Curtis, 65, while battling a bushfire in South Australia. A 30-year veteran, he is remembered as a 'mischievous' and dedicated comrade. Read the full tribute.
A dangerous bushfire on the NSW South Coast has been downgraded to a Watch and Act warning after residents were told it was 'too late to evacuate'. Stay informed with the latest updates.
After vanishing during a routine hike, 34-year-old Michael Thompson survives 17 harrowing days in the Sierra Nevada wilderness using remarkable survival techniques and sheer determination.
Incredible survival story of 61-year-old Ron Dailey who endured nearly three weeks in treacherous wilderness using sheer determination and survival instincts.
Incredible survival story of British adventurer who swam for 24 hours in freezing Arctic waters after his boat capsized during solo expedition
In an astonishing tale of survival, a Ukrainian man fought off a massive bear with his bare hands after the predator dragged him 30 metres through dense forest in a life-or-death struggle.
A British pilot's catastrophic helicopter crash during Australian bushfire operations sparks international legal battle with potential two-decade prison sentence looming.
Discover how New South Wales is deploying herds of goats as a sustainable, cost-effective solution to reduce fire hazards by clearing dry vegetation in high-risk areas.
Australia and New Zealand brace for dangerous heatwave conditions with temperatures soaring to 40°C, prompting severe bushfire alerts and health warnings across both nations.
Meteorologists predict one of Australia's hottest summers on record with extreme heatwaves, elevated bushfire risks, and potential drought conditions looming across the nation.
In an astonishing tale of survival, Troy Milne endured 72 hours pinned in his crashed vehicle in remote Victorian bushland before being rescued by police. Discover how determination and quick thinking led to his miraculous recovery.
A remarkable survival story unfolds as a British teenager is rescued after spending two terrifying weeks lost in the treacherous Thai jungle, forced to eat insects and tree bark to stay alive during his ill-fated attempt to reach Myanmar.
Bear Grylls returns with his most extreme celebrity challenge yet - stars must hunt, cook and survive in the wild without production crew assistance in 'Bear's Wild Adventure'.
An incredible survival story emerges from the Australian Outback as 73-year-old Gus Lamont is rescued after spending three weeks stranded in one of the world's most unforgiving landscapes.
A major network outage during NSW's bushfire emergency exposes critical vulnerabilities in Australia's emergency communication systems, leaving rural communities dangerously isolated.
In an incredible tale of survival, a film crew trapped by California's catastrophic Camp Wildfire used their movie-making skills to stay alive for five terrifying days against impossible odds.
In an incredible tale of survival, a 52-year-old man becomes the only survivor of a devastating plane crash, crawling through dense Amazon jungle for 40 hours to find help after the aircraft went down in Colombia's Caquetá region.
Exclusive analysis reveals which British regions would offer the best protection if World War 3 erupts, with remote islands and mountainous areas topping the list for survival safety.
Emergency services battle fierce fire at popular Sydney beach as thick black smoke blankets coastline and residents warned to stay indoors. Dramatic scenes unfold at Maroubra's coastal reserve.
Firefighting chiefs in New South Wales issue a stark warning of a potentially deadly bushfire season, fueled by extreme grass growth following one of the wettest winters on record.
The Victorian Government unveils a comprehensive support package for Porepunkah's tourism and small business sector, devastated by recent bushfires. Grants, fee waivers, and marketing blitz aim to fast-track recovery.