A major search is underway for a 32-year-old snorkeler missing off Ledge Point, north of Perth. PolAir, marine rescue vessels, and police divers are involved. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
Emergency crews battle a fast-moving bushfire in Leppington, Sydney's south-west. Over a dozen crews are on scene as residents are urged to prepare to leave. Stay alert.
Emergency services performed a dramatic rescue in Cairns, freeing a person trapped inside a severely crushed caravan. Read the full story of the operation.
Volunteer firefighters in Western Australia made a heartwarming discovery of two young kangaroos sheltering under a charred log after devastating bushfires. Read the full rescue story.
Volunteer crews from Coast Guard Queenscliff successfully rescued two stranded mariners after their vessel broke down near Point Lonsdale. Read the full story of the dramatic night-time rescue.
A man in his 40s was airlifted after a diving incident at a popular Port Stephens jetty on January 1, suffering a suspected neck injury. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
A touching video from the Boddington bushfire shows volunteer firefighters giving water to two rescued joeys. The blaze burnt over 4100 hectares. Watch the wholesome moment.
A massive fire involving 100 tonnes of chicken manure sparked a major emergency response in Waurn Ponds, Geelong. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours. Read the full story.
A massive fire has destroyed the Sapphire Wood Furniture factory in Greenacre, Sydney. Dozens of firefighters are on scene. No injuries reported.
A man was rescued from the water near Towradgi Beach after a recreational boat crew spotted him. Marine Rescue NSW urges all boaters to maintain a proper lookout and ensure their vessels are seaworthy.
A man has died from extensive burns after a fire tore through a Manoora apartment block. Neighbours describe leaping from balconies to escape the fast-moving blaze. Read the full story.
A man's body was seen floating in Darwin Harbour near the Larrakeyah Naval Base. Police and rescue teams are searching. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
A quick-thinking neighbour in Bellambi crawled through thick smoke to rescue an 11-month-old baby from a burning house. The infant was taken to hospital in a stable condition.
A brand new, vacant home in Langford was damaged in a suspicious early morning blaze. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
A newly built Spencer Road home in Langford was damaged by a suspicious fire early Monday. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
A man and woman have died following a devastating house fire in Herne Hill, Geelong. Emergency services responded to the blaze on Sunday morning.
A man is fighting for life after a severe apartment fire in Cairns. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Sheridan Street. Read the latest on this developing story.
A vital Queensland Government air rescue helicopter has been grounded due to staff shortages, raising serious concerns for emergency response capabilities in the region.
Six people were rescued in separate incidents across Victoria's waterways on Christmas Day, including paddleboarders blown 10km out to sea. Authorities urge water safety as summer risks rise.
A man in his 70s is being treated for injuries after a fire broke out in his Garbutt unit. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services responded to the scene. Read the latest details.
A woman and a teen endured a frightening 18km paddleboard drift from Portarlington to Werribee on Christmas Day. Read about their dramatic rescue and essential water safety tips.
A dramatic car fire forced the closure of the Captain Cook Highway near Cairns on Christmas night, causing major traffic disruptions. Emergency services responded swiftly.
For 45 years, Fire and Rescue NSW Balgownie crews have traded Christmas Eve for a festive lolly run on a vintage fire truck, bringing joy to the suburb's children. Discover the heartwarming local tradition.
A Christmas morning fire at a Hamilton Hill retirement village gutted one home and damaged two others. Two residents hospitalised for smoke inhalation. Police seek information, offering rewards up to $25,000.
Two women were injured after jumping from a balcony to escape a suspicious fire in a Sydney unit block. Police have established a crime scene as investigations begin.
A blaze at the popular Dove and Olive pub in Surry Hills forced evacuations and halted light rail services. No injuries reported as firefighters extinguish the roof fire.
Four workmates were rescued by a ferry skipper after their boat capsized off Hillarys on Monday evening. Read the dramatic details of their 45-minute ordeal.
A B-double truck carrying lithium-ion batteries caught fire on the Hume Highway near Yass, closing the road in both directions. Motorists face 90-minute delays. Stay informed and avoid the area.
An eight-year-old Townsville boy is being praised for his quick thinking after waking to a smoke-filled bedroom and alerting his family to a house fire. Read his heroic story.
Townsville firefighters warn of Christmas fire dangers from cooking and lithium batteries. Learn their crucial safety tips to protect your home this holiday season.