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Grey ball-shaped debris found washed up along shore will be tested by Environment Protection Authority, local council says

From Turkey’s turquoise waters to a Corsican beach village, our tipsters’ thoughts turn to warmer climes in the months ahead

Debate erupted this week over the growing number of beach tents, or “cabanas”, proliferating on Australian beaches. The controversy, which began on social media, was fuelled by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese who declared it was “not on” for beachgoers to reserve a spot on the sand by erecting a cabana…

Anthony Albanese should know if there’s one thing we’re famous for, it’s politely asking before taking something as our own

Video removed as Life Saving Victoria carries out 145 rescues – ‘We don’t remember when we’ve been that busy’

A 'magnificent' beach in Scotland has been named one of the best in the UK for a winter walk.

Cancellations include in Blackpool, Newcastle and Isle of Wight, while weather also causes travel problems

Here are some of the most dramatic and colourful coastal snaps of the year.

Despite the mild weather, the swimming waters around the UK offered a bracing start to the day.

Some dressed up as Father Christmas, snowmen and elves.

Here are three of Scotland's best beaches to visit on Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.