NSW storm blackouts: 15,000 still without power
Thousands in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast face ongoing blackouts after severe storms. Ausgrid crews work to restore power amid widespread damage. Report hazards to 13 13 88.
Thousands in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast face ongoing blackouts after severe storms. Ausgrid crews work to restore power amid widespread damage. Report hazards to 13 13 88.
Severe thunderstorms smash Queensland for third consecutive day as heatwave intensifies. 15,000 homes without power, damaging winds recorded. Stay informed with latest updates.
Verdant Earth Technologies takes legal action after NSW planning commission rejects proposal to convert Redbank power station to biomass energy. Court appeal underway.
West Coast Fever will host Adelaide Thunderbirds in two pre-season clashes in Kalgoorlie and Perth. Get the full schedule and team news ahead of their premiership assault.
A 76-year-old man has died after being struck by a falling tree during severe NSW storms causing widespread power outages and transport chaos. Stay informed with the latest weather warnings.
Severe winds cause chaos across Canberra with over 80 fallen trees, structural damage and multiple power outages. SES volunteers respond to non-stop calls for assistance as conditions worsen.
A 76-year-old man has died after a tree fell during a severe storm on the NSW Central Coast. The storm left 35,000 homes without power and prompted over 1000 SES calls.
AGL workers at Torrens Island power station secure enhanced redundancy package after union negotiations. Landmark deal sets precedent for energy transition workers.
Insurers scramble after consecutive storms unleash damaging winds and hail across southeast Queensland, flipping cars and leaving thousands without power. Lodge your claim now.
Lynas Rare Earths reports significant production delays at its Kalgoorlie refinery due to unsustainable power outages, now engaging WA Government for urgent solutions.
Get ready for summer adventures! BLUETTI's Black Friday sale offers deals on portable power stations for camping and road trips. Sale ends November 28.
Massive hailstones up to 12cm and 100km/h winds cause widespread damage across Brisbane, Gold Coast and Logan. Over 120,000 homes lost power as severe weather continues.
A power boat skipper has successfully appealed his conviction for interfering with a Labor Party fundraiser ferry. Judge found the 102-year-old Wangi Queen was not in danger.
WA Nationals leader Shane Love calls state government's 2030 coal-fired power station shutdown target unrealistic. Learn why he says it threatens energy security.
Artistic director Anna Reece reveals Perth Festival 2026's ambitious program, building on 2025's success with 20 world premieres and the return of the East Perth Power Station hub. Discover the full program and book tickets.
Northern Star struggles to fill $120k mining roles in Kalgoorlie as housing shortage creates worker crisis. Gold boom meets accommodation bust in WA's historic goldfields.
Horizon Minerals nears completion of Phase 1 mining at Boorara and Phillips Find gold projects near Kalgoorlie, with significant cash distributions expected in early 2026 amid strong gold prices.
Major Australian airlines are banning in-flight power bank use from December to reduce fire risks. Learn the new rules for carrying these essential travel items.
Soaring gold prices over $US4000 an ounce are driving a modern-day gold rush in Western Australia. Discover how hobbyists are quitting jobs and shops are booming.
Northern Star invests in wind and solar for iconic Super Pit gold mine, cutting 5 million tonnes of emissions. Read about WA's green mining revolution.
A competitor has died following a crash at the Goldfields Sand Drags event near Kalgoorlie-Boulder. WA Police are preparing a report for the Coroner. Read the latest updates.
Virgin Australia and Qantas ban power banks in cabin luggage from December after multiple fire incidents. New safety rules restrict usage and storage of portable chargers.
Auric Mining secures majority control of Lindsay's gold project near Kalgoorlie for just $400,000, positioning for rapid development in Western Australia's gold belt.
City of Canning will audit over 220 public laneways for lighting upgrades after resident safety concerns. Council votes 10-0 for priority list amid $50,000 budget constraints.
West Coast Eagles secure Willem Duursma as their No.1 AFL draft pick. The talented midfielder from Gippsland Power is ready to make an immediate impact. Read his exclusive first interview.
18-year-old Willem Duursma becomes the highest-drafted sibling in his football family, joining West Coast Eagles as pick No.1. Discover his journey from Gippsland to AFL stardom.
Kalgoorlie's century-old Gold Stealing Detection Unit tackles sophisticated FIFO worker drug operations and gold theft. Learn how police protect Australia's mining industry.
Join Healthy Power Meals in Duncraig this Sunday for 200 free breakfast bowls, coconut water, live DJ music, and a family-friendly yoga session. A perfect healthy start to your weekend!
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley says no new coal plants will be built under Liberal policy, focusing on renewables, gas, and nuclear while experts warn of price rises.
Labor's renewable energy policies offer Australians the quickest way to reduce electricity costs while exposing opposition misinformation about climate action. Learn how timing is critical.