There is a very large El Niño building in the Pacific, and for once the coverage is not overstating the scale of it.
The Bureau of Meteorology has the event firmly established, with its Relative Niño3.4 index sitting at +2.45°C against a threshold of +0.80°C. The World Meteorological Organisation has called it very strong and put the likelihood of it lasting through February 2027 at close to 100 per cent. 

The WMO also said something forecasting agencies rarely say about their own work: this was the first time one of its El Niño updates had been so unequivocal. 

Have you tapped into the power of mentorship?

Whether you are looking to guide someone or you are seeking guidance yourself, mentoring is a powerful and important way to experience growth in business and personal aspects of life.

As women in the Hawkesbury continue to innovate and lead businesses, how we present ourselves matters more than ever.

We have become our own brands: walking, talking representations of the work we do and the value we bring.

The ways in which we present ourselves professionally, no matter the industry, extend far beyond appearing polished. We deserve to feel confident, authentic and ready to make an impact.

2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year for NSW women in business.  Celebrating leadership, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. Whether you’re running a small start-up or leading a large enterprise, these awards offer opportunities to be recognised, connect with mentors and grow your brand.