The Daily Aus Headlines: Cyclone warning for Darwin as Fina approaches NT coast
Nov 21, 2025
A cyclone warning is in effect for Darwin as Tropical Cyclone Fina approaches the Northern Territory, bringing urgent safety advice. The final report on the Wieambilla shooting confirms police deaths were inevitable and suggests mental health checks for gun licenses. In political news, Kellie Sloane takes the reins as the new leader of the NSW Liberal Party. Excitingly, Aussie cricketers Scott Boland and Brendan Doggett make history as the first two First Nations players on the same Test team during the Ashes.
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Prepare Now And Look After Vulnerable People
- Heed BOM and emergency-authority warnings and prepare for possible power and service outages ahead of Fina's landfall.
- Check on and assist vulnerable community members as urged by Federal Minister Christy McBain.
Severe Cyclone Threat To Darwin Region
- Tropical Cyclone Fina is forecast to bring destructive winds and heavy rain to the Top End, risking service disruptions across a wide region.
- Authorities warn the storm may intensify overnight and urge communities to heed emergency advice and check on vulnerable people.
Inquest Finds Deaths Inevitable, Recommends Checks
- The Weambilla inquest concluded the police deaths were inevitable given the ambush and the perpetrators' delusions drove their actions.
- The coroner recommended mandatory mental-health checks for gun licence applicants to help prevent similar tragedies.