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SA algae crisis ‘incredibly disturbing’ but federal government won’t declare natural disaster, Watt says

Greens’ Sarah Hanson-Young warns $14m in federal funding ‘nowhere near’ enough to support South Australian communities reeling from toxic algal bloom covering coast

The Guardian - AU · Jul 21, 2025

Natural and a disaster but no fed help for algal bloom

Governments are working to find a way to help industries affected by a devastating algal bloom, which falls outside existing natural disaster criteria.

AAP · Jul 15, 2025

7 Times Homeowners Lost Everything Over a Technicality

It’s every homeowner’s nightmare: losing your home not to natural disaster or foreclosure, but a tiny technicality you never saw coming. These stories aren’t about irresponsible borrowers… They’re about people blindsided by obscure laws and bureaucratic mistakes. From unpaid tax fees to lost paperwork, these homeowners lost everything, and many…

Clever Dude · Jul 13, 2025

Climate change costs hit regions and budget hard

A slew of natural disasters have taken a toll on the NSW economy but its budget aims to keep the regions growing with targeted investments.

AAP · Jun 24, 2025

Worried about earthquakes? What to know about cancelling holidays, according to insurance experts

Southern Europe is seeing a rise in seismic activity, but standard travel insurance won’t cover cancellations.

Euronews · Jun 15, 2025

Three giant ‘doomsday fish’ wash up in one week, but harbinger of calamity a damp squib, say experts

After one oarfish was found in Tasmania, two were discovered in New Zealand, but there is no evidence of link between sightings and natural disaster, say scientists

The Guardian - AU · Jun 6, 2025

How Social Media Turned Mount Etna's Eruption into a Viral Adventure — and Why It Matters

As Mount Etna erupted, dramatic footage flooded social media, turning a natural disaster into a viral moment with global impact and ethical concerns.

International Business Times UK · Jun 3, 2025

How to Protect Yourself During Natural Disasters—What Most People Forget

When we think of natural disasters, images of stocking up on water, batteries, and canned goods often come to mind. While these are crucial, true disaster preparedness goes far beyond the basics. Many essential aspects of staying safe and resilient are commonly overlooked in the rush to gather supplies. This…

Budget and the Bees · May 29, 2025

Cyclones drive people to buy health insurance, more so than some government campaigns

People who’ve lived through natural disasters, such as floods or cyclones, often re-assess their priorities. But for Australians who’ve lived through a severe cyclone, this can affect them in a way that’s received little attention.

The Conversation · May 25, 2025

Body Found As Record NSW Mid North Coast Flooding Is Declared A Natural Disaster

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns have passed on their condolences as SES urges those impacted to reach out for assistance.

Pedestrian.tv · May 21, 2025