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Nature and Environment
The $1,450 vessel was taken from Crowdy Bay National Park in New South Wales.
"I have never seen anything like this before, and I’ve been in and around this stuff for 20 years," the CEO of one environmental group reveals.
Authorities warn of further “damaging winds, possibly giant hailstones and heavy rainfall”.
One of the world’s most peculiar animals is fighting for its existence, scientists say.
The Monash University report said extreme heat and weather events would have a growing impact on sport in Australia.
“The contrast between the current bushfire crisis and this sudden flooding is striking," said the director of the Australian Reptile Park.
These pictures show the sheer scale of the unprecedented crisis, as flames and smoke continue to choke parts of the nation.
Barry the koala was diagnosed with pulmonary disease from smoke inhalation.
Emergency alerts have been sent out amid soaring temperatures and erratic winds.
Residents on Kangaroo Island were evacuated after fires escalated overnight.