Croom grass fire contained, source under investigation
NSW RFS crews extinguish a hectare-sized grass fire at Croom Regional Sporting Complex. No buildings threatened. Meanwhile, a major bushfire burns out of control near the NSW-Victoria border.
NSW RFS crews extinguish a hectare-sized grass fire at Croom Regional Sporting Complex. No buildings threatened. Meanwhile, a major bushfire burns out of control near the NSW-Victoria border.
An overnight fire in Subiaco has damaged two commercial premises on Hay Street. Emergency services responded quickly. Authorities are investigating the cause. Read the latest details.
Geelong's property market has opened 2025 with robust auction activity. See the latest sales results and top prices from the week ending January 11.
A detailed look at the cases before the Geelong Magistrates' Court this Monday, including charges of assault, theft, and driving offences. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
A vehicle fire forced the closure of the Barwon Heads Bridge, causing significant traffic delays. Emergency services responded, and motorists were urged to avoid the area.
Geelong's property market starts 2025 with robust auction activity. See the latest sales results, top-performing suburbs, and expert analysis for local buyers and sellers.
A house in Raymond Terrace was engulfed by flames on Friday, January 10, 2026. Firefighters battled the blaze as the Newcastle Herald provided live updates.
A Geelong man known as 'Catman' is heartbroken after a fire destroyed his unique Catcave sanctuary. The community is rallying to support him. Read the full story.
Emergency services responded to a grass fire near Downer, blocking one lane of the Federal Highway. No threat to life or property reported. Stay informed via ESA.
Emergency crews spent hours extinguishing a fierce house fire on Troman Parade in Raymond Terrace. Police have declared a crime scene as investigations continue.
Residents were evacuated from a Bar Beach building after a kitchen fire broke out on Thursday afternoon. Firefighters brought the blaze under control in 30 minutes.
Victoria is on high alert with catastrophic bushfire conditions declared across multiple districts. Thousands are urged to leave their homes as temperatures soar above 40C. Follow the latest updates.
A driver had a miraculous escape after his car rolled on Townsend Road in Moolap. Emergency services responded, but the man walked away with only minor injuries. Read the full story.
WA Police's Arson Squad is investigating a suspicious house fire on Sydenham Street in Rivervale. The blaze caused significant damage, with no injuries reported. Read the latest details.
A fast-moving grass fire near Geelong Ring Road caused significant traffic delays and prompted a multi-agency emergency response. Stay informed on the latest updates.
A rundown of every person who appeared before the Geelong Magistrates' Court on Thursday, January 8. Stay informed on local legal proceedings.
Firefighters have contained a grass fire in St Leonards, Geelong, at a location targeted by arsonists last year. Authorities are investigating the cause. Read the latest.
A major fire at a popular swimming pool on Victoria's Surf Coast led to a large-scale evacuation. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest on the incident and response.
Firefighters battle a dangerous blaze after a building fire spread to grassland near Shelford. Residents urged to monitor conditions and follow official advice.
A major fire at Singleton's Waste Management Facility continues to burn, forcing its closure. Council urges residents to never put batteries or gas bottles in kerbside bins. Read the latest updates.
A man has died after a fierce fire tore through a Wollongong unit. An off-duty firefighter tried to help but was forced back by flames. Police treat the blaze as suspicious.
All victims of the deadly New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort bar have been identified, with more than half being teenagers. One Australian was among the injured.
WA Police's arson squad is investigating a devastating fire that destroyed a Bentley home on Stannard Street. The blaze erupted following reports of an explosion. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
A man in his 40s has died in a Berkeley unit fire, with police declaring a crime scene. Fire investigators and an accelerant detection dog are probing the suspicious blaze. Read the latest details.
Two people suffered serious injuries in a fire at Havelock House, a social housing complex in Canberra's Turner. Emergency crews responded to the blaze on Monday morning.
Emergency services rushed to a fierce house fire on Wilsons Rd, Whittington. Police are treating the blaze as suspicious and urge witnesses to come forward.
A 39-year-old man has died following a single-vehicle crash in St Ronans, Western Australia. Police are investigating the fatal incident that occurred on Sunday morning.
Firefighters contained a significant blaze at Tower Lodge in Pokolbin on Sunday morning. All guests were evacuated safely from the luxury Hunter Valley estate, with no injuries reported.
From a heroic water rescue to a shocking daylight robbery, revisit the viral video moments that captured Geelong's attention and sparked major conversations in 2025.
ACT Fire & Rescue is working to contain two separate blazes in Namadgi National Park near Canberra. An advice-level warning is in place. Here's what you need to know.