Bom reveals Christmas Day forecast as nation sweats through extreme heatwave

Mixed picture for the big day with some capitals tipped for a hot, dry celebration while others will be cool or rainyFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSome parts of Australia are in for sunshine and heat this Christmas, while others are forecast to have cloudy skies, cool temperatures and some rain as Santa comes to town.The Bureau of Meteorology has released its official forecast for the holiday, with less than seven days left to wrap presents and make plans. Continue reading...