A tropical low bearing down the east coast has a roughly 40 per cent chance of crossing into one state should it form into a tropical cyclone, with Aussies facing a dual front of storms and heat over the coming days.

Thousands of luxury Tesla vehicles worth upwards of $60,000 each have been recalled over a software issue impacting the steering wheel.

An SUV is the default car for families but old-fashioned station wagons bring plenty of benefits for those that don’t want a high-rider.

Authorities are urging Aussies to be wary of a vicious scam targeting lonely singles ahead of Valentine’s Day after data showed cybercriminals swindled tens of millions of dollars last year.

Multiple people have been stung by a deadly jellyfish in the waters of a world-heritage paradise on Queensland’s coast this summer- and there are suggestions to close the area’s pristine beaches to stop more potentially life-threatening stings.