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Heed weather warnings, warn officials after hikers rescued from extreme winds

By Will Symons published

Hikers paid the price for ignoring 'severe' weather warnings as violent weather destroyed their tents

Hiking
Man dressed as Popeye paddling down Australian river in a giant pumpkin called Tormund

Watch Australian Popeye paddling down river in giant pumpkin named after Game Of Thrones character

By Dave Golder published

Biggest pumpkin grown in Australia this year given second life as a kayak

Outdoor fitness
Emu running in Queensland, Australia

Australian hiker gets up close and personal with emu – it doesn't go well

By Cat Ellis published

Emus aren't usually aggressive, but can lash out with their powerful clawed feet if threatened

Hiking
walking trail near the Three Sisters in Blue Mountains National Park, Australia

Four people recovering after being struck by lightning in Australia’s Blue Mountains

By Rosee Woodland published

The group were gripping onto a metal railing on the Three Sisters trail when they were hit

Hiking
Three emu, New South Wales, Australia

Hiker in Australia decides to harass emu, with predictable consequences

By Cat Ellis published

The man was caught on camera sprinting away from the bird at Nambung National Park after getting too close for comfort

Hiking
Man holding water shoes by waterfall

Wild swimmers flock to hidden waterfall pool in Australia, despite rumors of sewage

By Cat Ellis published

Theories swirling online suggest that the pool may be contaminated, but the biggest danger is likely the wet rocks

Swimming