A 25-year-old woman has died after being knocked into the ocean by a wave at Maroubra Beach in the early hours of New Year's Day. A second swimmer is missing at Coogee as hazardous surf warnings are issued for the NSW coast.
A 25-year-old woman has died after being knocked over by a wave at Maroubra Beach in the early hours of New Year's Day. A hazardous surf warning is in place for the NSW coast.
The scenic Mount Warning trail in NSW will reopen to the public in July 2027, ending a controversial five-year closure. The decision follows extensive talks on Indigenous heritage and visitor safety. Read the full story.
A foundation honouring snowboarder Alex 'Chumpy' Pullin deleted a post wrongly stating $500k from a record surf went to a business. It later admitted only $10,000 was paid. Read the full story.
Beachgoers in NSW are urged to become citizen scientists to monitor and protect threatened turtle nests from the Tweed to Batemans Bay. Every reported nest will be safeguarded.
Santa ditched his sleigh for a surfboard in Scotland, while crowds braved icy waters in Northern Ireland for Christmas Eve charity events raising funds for Dementia NI and Air Ambulance NI.
Republican lawmakers are pushing to exempt water utilities and landfills from paying for 'forever chemical' cleanups, a move critics warn could cripple US pollution efforts. Read the full story.
Fiji plans to return customary marine rights to Indigenous iTaukei, empowering them in the booming surf tourism industry. Could this be a model for sustainable tourism?
New South Wales parliament fast-tracks sweeping gun control and protest restrictions, sparking a Coalition split and civil liberties outcry. Read the full details.
A truck carrying 15 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries caught fire near Yass, closing the Hume Highway for hours. Toxic vapour risk prompted a 700m exclusion zone. Read the latest on the disruption.
Hundreds of surf lifesavers gathered at Bondi Beach for a poignant vigil to honour victims of the tragic shooting, including two of their own. Read the full story of community and remembrance.
Heavily-armed NSW Police officers arrested a group of males in Liverpool, southwest Sydney. The police operation concluded with no ongoing risk to the public. Read the latest details.
The NSW Parliament will be urgently recalled to pass stricter gun laws and new protest restrictions following the Bondi Beach terror attack. Premier Chris Minns says the changes are vital for community safety.
Surf lifesavers became first responders during the Bondi Beach terror attack, aiding victims amidst Christmas celebrations. Read the full account of their heroic actions.
Fast bowler Ross Pawson suspended by Cricket NSW as police investigate sexual touching allegations. No charges have been laid. Full story and official statements here.
A new Sky documentary reveals the perilous toys of the past, including a radioactive Atomic Energy Lab and a bubble machine that got kids high. Discover the shocking history.
A firefighter has tragically died battling a blaze in New South Wales, as the state's premier warns of a 'foreboding' start to the bushfire season. Read the latest on the emergency response and official warnings.
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.
A fierce bushfire has destroyed multiple homes and forced evacuations on the NSW Central Coast. Firefighters are battling the blaze amid challenging conditions. Read the latest updates.
NSW Health urges residents to protect against mosquito bites after early detection of Japanese Encephalitis and Kunjin viruses. Learn about symptoms, high-risk areas, and the free JE vaccine.
Emergency services search for missing 18-year-old swimmer at Little Bay Beach, Arakoon. Search suspended overnight, resuming Monday morning. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
A 76-year-old man has died after severe storms with 100km/h winds battered NSW, leaving thousands without electricity and causing major Sydney train delays. Check your travel plans.
New South Wales issues its first catastrophic fire warning in two years. Meanwhile, Labor and the Greens are set to fast-track major environmental protection laws. Stay informed on the developing situation.
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the UK's largest fly-tip, a 20ft-high hazardous waste pile threatening the River Cherwell. Read the latest on this environmental disaster.
A major chemical alert and port closure in Los Angeles after a cargo ship fire consumed 100 containers. Crew evacuated safely as firefighters battle the blaze.
Nearly 200 firefighters battled a major blaze and explosion on a cargo ship carrying hazardous materials. All crew were safely evacuated. Air quality is being monitored.
Over 100 firefighters battle a major blaze and explosion on the One Henry Hudson ship at the Port of Los Angeles. All crew safe. Air quality monitored.
Six crew members remain missing following an explosion and major fire on a cargo ship at the Port of Los Angeles. Hazardous materials complicate firefighting efforts.
Former TV presenter Kellie Sloane becomes the new leader of the NSW Liberals, marking a significant shift for the party ahead of the 2027 state election. Discover the challenges she faces.
Former journalist Kellie Sloane becomes the third woman to lead NSW Liberals, facing party challenges and housing policy dilemmas. Discover the implications.