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The NSW Combined Drought Indicator shows that approximately 37% of NSW is in one of the Drought Affected categories as of 31 July. Rainfall variability continues to create contrasting seasonal conditions in NSW, with strong recovery in some regions and ongoing drought...
The accolades continue to be received for local beef studs with another being recognised at the Royal QLD Show. Jono and Robyn Elphick from Sunnyside Wagyu near Gum Flat claimed 1st Place in Class 39D – Taste Off, the Fullblood/Purebred Wagyu Challenge at the 2026 RNA...
The arrival of a cold front yesterday has not only brought rain and strong winds to the region but also snow. Snowflakes and flurries were observed in Walcha, Black Rock and Guyra yesterday while temperatures also dipped around the region The Bureau of Meteorology...
With El Niño now established, we'll look at how the forecasts are shaping up for the coming months. But first, let's start with a review of June. June temperatures have been warmer than usual for most of Australia, especially across the south-east of the country....
A dynamic weather pattern will cause rain and thunderstorms over large areas of Australia this week, with heavy falls and flooding possible in New South Wales. Weatherzone Meteorologist Ben Domensino says this weather pattern will be driven by a series of slow-moving...
Good rainfall around the region of around 25-50 mls has been warmly welcomed by local residents and landholders. Big falls reported to STA FM yesterday occurred south of Inverell with 52mm received on the Bingara Rd at Bundarra, 50mm at Howell/Stanborough area, and...
Drought conditions intensifying across central and northern NSW Low rainfall totals have continued across much of northern NSW during April, further impacting on-ground conditions in drought affected areas. On farm water storage levels are becoming critical in many...
Sea surface temperature observations from the past two weeks suggest that El Niño could be rapidly emerging in the tropical Pacific Ocean. Weatherzone reports computer models have been hinting at the possibility of a 2026 El Niño event for the past three months, with...
The Dept of Primary Industries and Regional Development Drought Forecast suggests that most of the Northern Tableland’s region is likely to transition into the Drought Affected category at the end of May. The expansion of drought declared areas in NSW is being driven...