by Scott | Apr 9, 2026 | ENVIRONMENT
The BOM is monitoring Tropical Cyclone Maila in the Solomon Sea, currently assessed around Category 3 intensity and located well offshore to the northeast of Queensland, with movement expected to remain in the region over coming days. The system remains offshore...
by Scott | Apr 6, 2026 | ENVIRONMENT
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake was recorded near Amata in South Australia’s outback, with tremors felt across the region and minor aftershocks reported. The event represents a higher-magnitude seismic occurrence relative to typical activity in South...
by Scott | Apr 2, 2026 | ENVIRONMENT
The Bureau of Meteorology reports El Niño–Southern Oscillation indicators have returned to neutral levels, with oceanic and atmospheric conditions no longer meeting La Niña thresholds. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration indicates increasing likelihood...
by Scott | Apr 2, 2026 | ENVIRONMENT
A magnitude 7.4–7.8 earthquake was recorded near the Molucca Sea region of eastern Indonesia, with a shallow depth and tsunami advisories issued for nearby areas.
by Scott | Mar 19, 2026 | ENVIRONMENT
The Bureau of Meteorology advises Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle is at Category 5 intensity and is forecast to cross the Far North Queensland coast between Lockhart River and Cape Melville on Friday morning, with severe impacts expected across Cape York Peninsula and...
by Scott | Mar 18, 2026 | ENVIRONMENT
The Bureau of Meteorology advises Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle (Category 3) is intensifying in the Coral Sea and is forecast to cross the Far North Queensland coast between Lockhart River and Port Douglas late Thursday or Friday. Destructive wind gusts exceeding...
