The state forestry body also reported a $29 million loss in its hardwood division for 2023–24, and a productivity report has found the industry is economically unviable.

National weather forecast for Saturday December 21.

National weather forecast for Friday December 20.

The Blue Mountains artist has cared for hundreds of injured kangaroos as a WIRES volunteer. She stands accused of animal cruelty for allegedly failing to provide veterinary treatment.

Urgent flood warnings are in place in southern Queensland after days of heavy rain.