Where did the Boddington bushfire start?

The bushfire is believed to have started at the Boddington goldmine in Western Australia.

What weather is affecting north-eastern Queensland?

A monsoon trough is bringing showers, rain, and thunderstorms to north-eastern Queensland, with concerns of flooding.

Were there any incidents due to extreme weather on the Gold Coast?

Yes, extreme weather conditions caused a partial crane collapse on the Gold Coast.

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Australia Battles Extreme Weather: Fires and Floods on Both Coasts

26 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Bushfire near Boddington goldmine remains uncontained, risk alert issued.
Monsoon trough brings heavy rain and storms to north-eastern Australia.
Extreme weather caused a partial crane collapse on the Gold Coast.

Australia Battles Extreme Weather: Fires and Floods on Both Coasts

Australia is currently experiencing severe weather events across the country, with a significant bushfire burning in Western Australia and heavy rainfall impacting the north-east. The uncontained bushfire, located approximately 200km south-east of Perth, is believed to have originated at the Boddington goldmine. While a 'watch and act' alert remains for nearby residents, improved containment lines and increased humidity have slightly eased immediate concerns, though dry, gusty winds are expected to challenge firefighters.