Dozens evacuated after Surf Coast pool fire
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.
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 massive explosion and fire engulfed a Bentley home on Stannard Street. One person is missing as emergency crews battle the blaze. Read the latest.
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.
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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.
Australians are among those grieving after a fire at a Swiss ski resort bar killed 40, many of them teenagers. Survivors recount the horror and the agonising wait for news. Read their stories.
A person has died in a house fire in Sydney's southwest. Two others escaped with minor injuries. Police have established a crime scene and are investigating.
A massive fire has destroyed a historic hotel at a popular Swiss ski resort, forcing hundreds to evacuate. No fatalities reported. Full details on the emergency response and impact.
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.
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.
Geelong residents can expect a perfect spring day with sunny skies and a top of 24C. Get the full forecast and plan your day in the city.
A massive fire has destroyed the Sapphire Wood Furniture factory in Greenacre, Sydney. Dozens of firefighters are on scene. No injuries reported.
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 full list of individuals appearing at Geelong Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, December 30. Details on charges including assault, theft, and traffic offences. Follow for local legal news.
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.
Geelong's property market finished 2024 strongly with solid auction clearance rates and notable sales in the final week. Discover which suburbs performed best and what it means for local real estate.
Geelong's business landscape is shifting in 2025, with several long-standing pubs, cafes, and shops closing their doors. Discover the stories behind the closures and what it means for the city.
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.