Firefighter killed in NSW bushfires, homes destroyed
A volunteer firefighter has died battling out-of-control blazes in Australia, with over 50 fires burning. Read the latest on this dangerous summer fire season.
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Firefighter dies battling NSW bushfires as homes lost
A national parks firefighter has died after being struck by a tree while battling a blaze on the NSW mid-north coast. At least 16 homes were destroyed in under an hour in separate fires.
Urgent Bushfire Evacuation Warning for Queensland Island
An urgent evacuation alert has been issued for residents near a fast-moving bushfire on North Stradbroke Island, Queensland. Firefighters battle the blaze as NSW counts the cost of devastating weekend fires.
Australia disaster status as 91 bushfires rage
New South Wales declares a disaster as 91 bushfires, 20 out-of-control, raze over 1,000 hectares. Extreme heat and winds fuel the crisis. Read the latest updates.
Bushfires destroy Central Coast homes, NSW disaster declared
Fierce bushfires have devastated communities on New South Wales' Central Coast, destroying homes and prompting a natural disaster declaration. See the latest on the emergency response.
NSW Bushfires Destroy Homes, Disaster Declared
Fears grow as destructive bushfires ravage NSW Central Coast and Hunter, destroying at least 16 homes. Over 1,200 firefighters battle 76 blazes. Follow official warnings.
Government Aid for NSW Bushfire Victims
Residents who lost homes in NSW bushfires will receive hardship grants and business support. Premier Chris Minns confirms at least 12 homes destroyed, with transport links now restored.
Severe Heatwave and Bushfires Grip Eastern Australia
Eastern Australia endures a severe heatwave, with bushfires burning and dry lightning threatening new blazes. Authorities issue urgent warnings as temperatures soar.
Koala Adoption Rekindles Childhood Wonder Amid Bushfires
A UK woman's symbolic koala adoption after Australia's 2020 bushfires led to an unforgettable encounter, reconnecting her with childhood joy and sparking deeper wildlife conservation efforts.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Australian November Books: Garner's Return & Must-Reads
Discover Australia's hottest November book releases featuring Helen Garner's first novel in years, Madeleine Gray's anticipated follow-up, and bold new takes on mythology.
British pilot faces 20 years in US prison over crash
A British pilot's catastrophic helicopter crash during Australian bushfire operations sparks international legal battle with potential two-decade prison sentence looming.
Bluey Coins Spark Nationwide Frenzy in Australia
Australia's beloved Bluey has triggered an unprecedented coin collecting craze as the Royal Australian Mint releases limited edition 50-cent pieces featuring the Heeler family, causing queues and sell-outs across the country.
Margaret River Shiraz Crowned Australia's Best Red Wine
In a stunning upset that's shaking the wine world, Western Australia's Margaret River region has dethroned traditional favourites to produce the country's best Shiraz, according to prestigious international judging.
Why Australians Are Queueing for Middle Eastern Flights
Exclusive investigation reveals why Australian travellers are queuing outside Middle Eastern airlines in Sydney's CBD amid growing safety concerns about domestic carriers and airport security.
Australia's Climate Crisis: Fire and Flood Emergency
Australia faces a devastating convergence of extreme weather events, from catastrophic bushfires to unprecedented flooding, while political tensions escalate over climate policy failures.
Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?
The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.
Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open
The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative
Australia's Fire Crisis: Queensland Battles Raging Infernos
Emergency services battle devastating bushfires across Queensland as Moreton Island faces catastrophic conditions, while Sydney reels from a shocking public shooting incident in Croydon Park.
Missing 4-year-old girl in Australian outback search
Emergency services launch massive land and air operation to find Cleo Smith, who vanished from remote campsite in Western Australia. Police fear she may have wandered into bushland as community joins search effort.
October's Best Australian Books: Dalton, Lee & Leong
Discover this month's hottest Australian releases featuring Trent Dalton's epic love story, Bri Lee's powerful fiction debut, and Melissa Leong's culinary memoir that will tantalise your taste buds.
Australian Gaza Flotilla Activists Detained by Israel
Australian citizens participating in a humanitarian flotilla to Gaza have been detained by Israeli authorities, prompting urgent diplomatic efforts from Canberra to secure their release and obtain crucial information about their welfare.
ATO chases decades-old tax debts from Australians
The Australian Taxation Office is aggressively pursuing taxpayers for debts dating back 20+ years, using new powers to recover money many believed was written off. Thousands face unexpected financial shocks.
Albanese's Pragmatic Approach in Messy Political Times
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese embraces pragmatic governance amid challenging political headwinds, balancing ideology with practical solutions in what experts call 'the era of messy politics'.
Australia's Bold Visa Offer to UK Professionals
Discover how Australia is actively recruiting British workers with streamlined visa processes and attractive incentives across multiple sectors facing critical shortages.
A-League Women Hits Record Crowds in Football Boom
Australia's A-League Women is experiencing a spectacular renaissance, with record-breaking attendances and unprecedented commercial interest transforming the women's game.
RBA Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Political Pressure
The Reserve Bank of Australia has maintained its current interest rate stance, opting for caution amid economic uncertainty despite political tensions. Analysis reveals the central bank's delicate balancing act between inflation concerns and economic grow
Australia's PM Height Revealed: Shortest Leader in 50 Years
New analysis uncovers how Australia's Prime Ministers tower over average citizens, with Anthony Albanese becoming the shortest leader in half a century. Discover the height advantage in politics.
Trump's 100% Tariff Threat to Australian Industry
Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.
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