Australia news live: drivers trapped in heavy snow near Mount Hotham; two bushwalkers rescued in Kosciuszko national park

<p>Victoria SES confirmed this morning rescues are ongoing near Hotham Heights. Follow today’s news live</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3">free app</a> or <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/series/full-story?CMP=cvau_sfl">daily news podcast</a></p></li></ul><p><strong>Whale rescuers call on public for assistance as tangled humpback travels south</strong></p><p>Rescuers are calling for residents along the NSW south coast to keep an eye on the waves today as they track a tangled humpback whale.</p><p>We have ORRCA Members who are in this area attempting to relocate the whale this morning (by drone and from land), however predicted strong winds may make this difficult.</p><p>This was a great example of multi-agency teamwork and resilience in extreme conditions.</p><p>As we move into the snow season, it’s vital that Kosciusko national park users are properly prepared before venturing into alpine regions. It’s highly recommended that park users monitor weather forecasts closely and continually as conditions change quickly.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2025/jun/09/australia-news-live-whale-rescue-snow-stranded-pheobe-bishop-murder-body-weather-trade-us-albanese-ntwnfb">Continue reading...</a>