National weather forecast for Tuesday December 17.

Though temperature records were not broken across the state on Monday as feared, scientists are finding that even a standard summer day presents real dangers in Sydney.

They’re the native bird we love to loathe, with disparaging nicknames – and the occasional council cull.

Victoria is facing searing heat and severe bushfire danger with the temperature to climb into the 40s.

National weather forecast for Monday December 16.

National weather forecast for Sunday December 15.

Heatwave conditions are forecast to intensify with most states to hit the mid 30s to 40s.

National weather forecast for Saturday December 14.

The Coalition’s nuclear costings put it at odds with the government as well as a global effort to reduce emissions by electrifying economies and building renewable energy infrastructure.

In the stretch of coast and hinterland from Kempsey to Grafton, the fates of thousands of people hinge for better or worse on the NSW government’s imminent decision about the Great Koala National Park.

National weather forecast for Friday December 13.

National weather forecast for Thursday December 12.

Scott Reef is, in the words of author Tim Winton, the last “unspoiled” clear-water coral reef in Australia. It’s also near the site of a major gas-drilling proposal.

Farmed Tasmanian salmon is on the naughty list this year, but plenty of delicious options will keep you in the good graces of the environment.

National weather forecast for Wednesday 11 December.