Council Removes 20 Signs from Torquay Roundabout

The Surf Coast Shire Council has removed 20 signs from a new roundabout in Torquay, citing them as a distraction to drivers. The decision follows community feedback and aims to improve road safety.

Raja Ampat: Indonesia's Marine Paradise

Explore Raja Ampat, Indonesia's archipelago of over 1500 islands, famed as a global epicentre of marine biodiversity with rich coral reefs and diverse fish species.

Cyclone Luana Intensifies, Targets WA Coast

Tropical Cyclone Luana has been named as it barrels towards Western Australia's Kimberley coast, expected to intensify to category 2 before making landfall today, bringing dangerous conditions.

No Offshore Wind Licences for Illawarra Zone

The federal government has confirmed it will not issue feasibility licences for the Illawarra Offshore Wind Zone after the sole remaining developer withdrew its application.

Shark Protection Lines Down at Illawarra Beaches

SMART drumline shark protection technology has been out of action for several days at Illawarra beaches due to extreme weather, coinciding with increased bull shark sightings and recent Sydney attacks.

SA Braces for Record-Breaking Heat on Australia Day

South Australia is preparing for an extreme heatwave this Australia Day, with forecasts predicting temperatures that could shatter historical records, prompting health warnings and emergency readiness.

Cairns Weather: Sunny with Possible Showers

Cairns residents can expect a mostly sunny day with a slight chance of showers. The forecast includes warm temperatures and moderate winds, ideal for outdoor activities.

Bushfire Sparks Heavy Traffic on Tonkin Highway

A bushfire near Tonkin Highway in Cullacabardee has caused significant traffic congestion, with authorities responding to the blaze and reopening the road after a brief closure.

Belmont Gym Fire Investigated as Suspicious

A suspicious fire that swept through a gym in Belmont, Geelong, is under investigation by authorities, with no injuries reported but significant damage to the property.

BOM Ignored Warnings Before $96.5M Website Launch

Internal documents reveal the Bureau of Meteorology ignored months of warnings about its new $96.5 million website before launch, with users complaining it left them unprepared for severe weather.

Second Total Fire Ban in ACT as Heatwave Intensifies

A second total fire ban has been declared for Canberra this Sunday as extreme heatwave conditions are forecast to intensify over the long weekend, with temperatures expected to reach the mid to high thirties.

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