Riverwood unit fire forces two women to jump from balcony
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.
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.
Upper Hunter farmers celebrate as the critical Coulsons Creek Road reopens just before Christmas, ending a costly five-year detour. The $60 million project fixes a botched council upgrade.
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.
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.
A vehicle fire in a Cairns CBD car park forced evacuations and brought emergency services to the scene. Read the latest on the incident and its impact.
Twelve people evacuated after a fierce fire tore through a Cooks Hill unit block. Four residents jumped from windows to escape, with five taken to hospital. Read the latest from the scene.
An elderly man and a younger woman suffered life-threatening burns in a fierce apartment fire on Water St, Spring Hill. Fire crews made a daring rescue. Read the latest on the investigation.
A Geelong brewery faced an unusual emergency when bread buns spontaneously combusted. Firefighters were called to the scene. Read the full story.
Emergency services rushed to Geelong's Cunningham Pier after a fire ignited underneath the structure. The blaze was brought under control, with no injuries reported. Read the full details.
Hunter Valley residents could find a surprise cash boost, with over $14.2 million in unclaimed money held by Revenue NSW. Check now to see if you're owed funds.
A devastating fire at a nightclub in Goa's Arpora has claimed at least 23 lives, including tourists. The blaze, suspected to be caused by a cylinder blast, highlights ongoing safety concerns in India. Read the full report.
Two truck drivers are in a serious condition after a crash on the New England Highway near Singleton. Police are investigating and appealing for dash-cam footage.
Experience over 4.5 million lights, new attractions, and festive fun at Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular from Nov 7, 2025 to Jan 26, 2026. Book tickets now!
A massive fire tore through the Thomas Creative factory in Unanderra, requiring 35 firefighters to bring it under control. Police are investigating the cause of the significant blaze.
A man has died following a house fire in Ocean Grove. Emergency services responded to the blaze on Sunday morning. Read the latest details.
A man has died following a devastating house fire in Ocean Grove. Emergency services responded to the blaze early Monday morning. Read the latest details.
A devastating house fire in Redland Bay has resulted in one fatality. Emergency services responded to the fully engulfed two-storey home. Read more for safety reminders.
Emergency crews responded to a serious house fire on Reen Street in St James after reports of explosions and black smoke. DFES and paramedics are on scene. Read the latest.
Firefighters have contained a serious house fire on Reen Street in St James after reports of explosions. Emergency services remain on scene. Read the latest.
Firefighters are battling a blaze in a third-storey unit on Newcastle's Darby Street. Multiple emergency services are on scene. Stay updated on traffic and safety information.
Hunter Valley police are appealing for public help to locate a white Mazda 4WD following five suspicious grass fires in Buchanan and Sawyers Gully. No injuries reported.
Hunter Region faces extreme fire danger on summer's first day. Stay updated on weather alerts, hospital wait times, and local news affecting Newcastle communities.
The Hunter region faces a critical jobs shortage despite low unemployment. Professor Phillip O'Neill reveals why generating 37,000 new positions is essential to avoid becoming another 'place left behind'.
A Redfern e-bike fire becomes NSW's 100th lithium-ion battery blaze this year, sparking urgent safety warnings from fire authorities about the technology experts admit we don't fully understand.
Thousands of Australians are on high alert as catastrophic bushfire conditions, the worst in years, hit NSW. Residents urged to enact survival plans immediately.
25 NSW public schools are closed as catastrophic fire danger ratings hit the Lower Central West Plains. The NSW RFS urges residents to relocate early for safety.
A 13-year-old girl has died and four family members are fighting for their lives after a devastating house fire in Lawton, Queensland. Investigators are examining an e-scooter as a potential cause.
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.