Australia Weather News

Tuesday 16 September, 2025

11 hours ago Western Sydney is set to dramatically heat up, this is how communities are preparing A "shocking" warning that heatwave deaths could skyrocket brings the issue of urban heat back into sharp focus, particularly in the city's west.

Monday 15 September, 2025

1 day ago How is Australia affected by climate change? The National Climate Risk Assessment models the future For the first time, the government has modelled the threats from climate change on Australia's future. What's the point of a document like this, and can it help us avoid the worst-case scenarios?

1 day ago Weather to warm up in Queensland, as more rain forecast for the north The southern half of Queensland can expect fine weather at least for the first half of the week, while more rain is on the way for the north of the state.

Sunday 14 September, 2025

2 days ago Residents in flood-affected communities want more warning technology For generations, farmers and outback communities have relied on the bush telegraph during floods but it has fallen silent in recent years, leaving residents without up-to-date information.

2 days ago Victorian farmers welcome spring forecast despite long-term climate concerns As spring brings a flicker of hope, some farmers cautiously embrace optimism while others face mounting pressures and climate uncertainty.

2 days ago Perth had its wettest winter in 30 years. Why aren't its dams full? The last time it rained that much in winter, Perth's drinking water dam overflowed. Now it's barely half full. It's telling the story of a water crisis that's not only affecting Australia, but the globe.