Spring heat records shatter across Sydney and NSW as east coast braces

Sydney hit 32C on Saturday, breaking a 2013 early spring record. Western suburbs reached 33C.

Why it mattersExtreme heat and fire danger put lives and homes at risk. Flooding threatens homes and buildings across multiple states.

AustraliaResidents across eastern Australia face extreme heat, dangerous fire conditions, storm damage and flooding over the weekend ahead.

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Warrnambool teacher's own play wins place on VCE drama curriculum

Megan Twycross wrote a play called Stuck now studied by VCE drama students across Victoria.

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NSW Health secretary Susan Pearce retiring March 2027

Susan Pearce, who has led NSW Health for over three decades, is retiring in March 2027.

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Spring heat records shatter across Sydney and NSW as east coast braces

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Warrnambool teacher's own play wins place on VCE drama curriculum

NSW Health secretary Susan Pearce retiring March 2027

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