Teen Struck by Lightning in Perth Storm Describes Ordeal
A 16-year-old girl and two others were struck by lightning during Perth's first storm of 2026, with one victim's dog killed instantly in the freak incident.
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Monsoon Trough Brings Storms and Humidity to Far North
A monsoon trough is set to bring widespread thunderstorms and humid conditions to Far North Queensland, with heavy rainfall and potential flooding expected across the region.
Cairns Weather: Sunny with Afternoon Showers Today (26.02.2026)
Cairns residents can anticipate a warm and humid day with sunny conditions in the morning, followed by possible afternoon showers. Temperatures will reach highs around 30°C.
Baby Monkey's Plush Toy Echoes Harlow Attachment Study
Punch, a baby macaque rejected by his mother, clings to an IKEA orangutan toy at Ichikawa City Zoo, mirroring Harry Harlow's 1950s experiment on comfort over food in attachment.
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WA Police Chief Joins Bunnings BBQ for Suicide Prevention
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch fired up the grill at Bunnings Joondalup for a 102-hour sausage sizzle, aiming to break a world record and raise $20,000 for mental health support.
Ellenbrook Bushfire Alert: Watch and Act Issued for Lives, Homes
A bushfire near The Vines Resort Golf Course in Ellenbrook has prompted a watch and act alert, with authorities warning of possible threats to lives and homes. Firefighting crews are on scene, and residents are urged to stay vigilant and follow safety adv
Ellenbrook Bushfire: Watch and Act Alert Issued
A bushfire near The Vines Resort Golf Course has prompted a watch and act alert, with authorities warning of possible threats to lives and homes in Ellenbrook and The Vines.
Mount Pleasant Records 100mm Rain, Severe Warning for Illawarra
Mount Pleasant in the Illawarra region has recorded over 100mm of rain in less than eight hours, prompting a severe weather warning for heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding in northern areas.
Port Stephens Demands Full Consultation on Offshore Wind Farms
Residents and businesses in Port Stephens are calling for comprehensive community consultation before any offshore wind farm projects proceed, citing environmental and economic concerns.
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AusAlert Emergency System Trials Start in June Across Australia
Australia's new AusAlert emergency message system will launch trials in June, using cell-broadcast technology to send targeted alerts to mobile devices nationwide for threats like bushfires and floods.
Perth Weather Apps Miss Storms, Upset Residents
Perth locals woke to thunderstorms despite forecasts promising sunshine, with both the Bureau of Meteorology and Apple Weather apps criticized for missing the storm predictions.
Perth Man Struck by Lightning While Walking Dog
A man in his 70s was seriously injured after being struck by lightning near Hamersley Golf Course in Karrinyup during Tuesday morning's storms in Perth.
WA Thunderstorms Cause Power Outages in Perth's First 2026 Storm
Western Australia was hit by severe thunderstorms on Thursday morning, leaving over 3000 homes without power. Residents captured stunning photos of lightning and heavy rain across Perth and regional areas.
Blood Red Moon Total Lunar Eclipse Visible Across Australia Tuesday
A rare total lunar eclipse will cast a blood red glow over Australia on Tuesday night, with totality lasting one hour and visible nationwide. East coast viewers can catch every phase, including penumbral and partial eclipses.
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Geelong Weather: Sunny and Mild Conditions Expected (26.02.2026)
Geelong residents can look forward to a pleasant day with sunny skies and mild temperatures. The forecast predicts light winds and low humidity, ideal for outdoor activities.
Perth Lions Club's 102-Hour Bunnings Sizzle for World Record
The Whitford Lions Club in Perth is hosting a 102-hour continuous sausage sizzle at Bunnings Joondalup to break a world record and raise funds for mental health support.
Shark Cull Ordered in New Caledonia After Deadly Attack
Authorities in New Caledonia have implemented a shark cull and swimming ban after a 55-year-old man was killed in a shark attack while windsurfing. Environmental groups criticize the move as scientifically unsound.
Waratah Super Battery Transformer Failure Delays Operation
A transformer failure at the Waratah Super Battery project in New South Wales has delayed its full operational capacity, impacting Australia's renewable energy grid stability.
Perth Thunderstorms and WA Heatwave Warning
Perth experiences thunderstorms and rain for the first time in 2026, while severe heatwave conditions are forecast for parts of Western Australia with temperatures soaring into the 40s.
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Elderly Pedestrian Dies After Canberra Car Crash
An 89-year-old man has died in hospital following a collision with a car in Lyneham, marking the sixth road fatality in the ACT this year, as police continue their investigation.
Sand Restoration Begins at C.Y. O'Connor Beach in Cockburn
The City of Cockburn has initiated extensive sand restoration works at C.Y. O'Connor Beach to combat severe erosion, with closures on weekdays and an artificial reef showing promising early results in reducing wave energy.
Star-Backed Court Battle to Save Cairns' Giant Rain Tree
A celebrity-backed campaign is fighting in court to protect a massive freshwater rain tree in Cairns, highlighting local environmental conservation efforts.
Mayor Slams Bureau for Flood Tracking via Texts
An outback mayor has slammed the Bureau of Meteorology for forcing him to track floods using text messages, calling it inadequate and dangerous for remote communities.
Asbestos Truck Rollover in Townsville Sparks Emergency
A truck carrying asbestos rolled over in Townsville, leading to a large-scale emergency response from fire crews and hazardous materials teams to manage the dangerous spill.
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North Queensland Alert: Record Rain, Tropical Low Threat
North Queensland faces severe weather warnings with record-breaking rainfall and a developing tropical low, prompting emergency alerts and community preparedness efforts across the region.
Learner Driver's Test Halted, Stranger Lends Car in Geelong
A Geelong learner driver was banned from a driving test due to a handbrake rule, but a stranger's act of kindness lent his car, highlighting community support and licensing issues.
Flood-Damaged Cars in Cumberland River Raise Safety Alarms
Community members express serious safety concerns after flood-damaged vehicles were discovered submerged in the Cumberland River, posing potential hazards.
Body Found in Search for Missing Man Near Forster-Tuncurry Bridge
A body has been recovered near the Forster Breakwater in NSW, believed to be an 81-year-old man reported missing after going underwater near the Forster-Tuncurry Bridge last week.
Cane Toads Detected in Waratah, Residents Warned
Residents in Waratah have been issued a warning following the detection of cane toads in the area. Authorities urge caution and provide guidelines to prevent the spread of this invasive species.
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Australia Braces for Massive Deluge as Heavy Rainfall Sweeps States
Severe weather warnings for flash-flooding are in place across Australia, with parts of the Northern Territory, South Australia, Western Queensland, and NSW facing up to four years' worth of rain in days.
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