Sydney Bushfire Emergency: Homes Under Threat in Leppington
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 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.
The historic Point Lonsdale Lighthouse foghorn will be silent for New Year's Eve after a motor failure. Parks Victoria is working on a fix for the beloved coastal icon.
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 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 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.
Massive saltwater crocodiles at a Queensland sanctuary have begun their annual breeding season, marked by a unique bubble-blowing courtship display. Keepers are on high alert.
Speers Point couple Tim Binns and Frances Beaumont forced to retire their yacht Titoki from the Sydney to Hobart due to multiple defects and a battery fire. Read their story and see how other local boats are faring.
New research reveals the true cost of a Perth home over 25 years can double the price tag. Expert warns against overpaying in competitive market. Learn the full financial commitment.
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.
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.
Delta Electricity faces a $1 million fine after a court found it guilty of causing a 2022 fish kill at Mannering Park. The ruling follows a major EPA prosecution.
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.
Queensland deploys new speed and red-light cameras at high-risk locations to combat a road safety crisis. See the full list of targeted intersections and highways.
A 37-year-old father is in stable condition after a brazen shooting on a coastal road near Geelong. Police are investigating the targeted attack. Read the latest.
Canberra tennis player Ashleigh Simes has won a place in the Australian Open's Million Dollar One Point Slam. The 22-year-old will compete for a $1m prize against stars like Djokovic and Sabalenka.
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.
For years, a mysterious rocky path at Broulee's Barlings Beach puzzled locals. Tim the Yowie Man investigates and uncovers its surprising 1980s origins. Read the full story.
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.
Port Stephens Council's decision to keep 105 car spaces closed at Birubi Point this summer has locals fearing for swimmer safety and predicting traffic gridlock. Read the full story.
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.