Western Australia, South Australia, Queensland, and the northern regions are experiencing a heatwave, with temperatures soaring to extreme levels.
In South Australia’s Oodnadatta, the highest temperature in 75 years was recorded, exceeding 46.1°C.
As a result, the Bureau of Meteorology has issued heat warnings for the Kimberley, Pilbara, Gascoyne, and Southern Interior districts, cautioning residents about the extreme weather conditions.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is preparing to increase Australia’s defense spending in response to evolving security challenges.
