DPS Secretary vows overhaul of troubled agency
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
Category : Search result: emergency services rescue
Serious crash closes Mount Fox Road near Townsville
Emergency services rushed to a serious single-vehicle crash on Mount Fox Road near Townsville. The road was closed as crews worked to free a trapped driver. Read the latest updates.
Sacked ACT emergency services boss files Fair Work claim
Ex-ACTSES chief Anthony Draheim has launched legal action against the government, alleging unfair dismissal. The case follows a series of leadership changes within the Emergency Services Agency.
Teenager seriously hurt in Claremont e-bike crash
A 14-year-old boy has suffered serious leg injuries after his e-bike collided with a Land Rover on Stirling Highway in Claremont. Major crash detectives are investigating the incident.
New data reveals Hunter's escalating homelessness crisis
New government data shows specialist homelessness services in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are supporting almost nine people daily. Advocates warn the system is at breaking point.
Gungahlin Drive closed after Barton Highway crash
A major crash has closed Gungahlin Drive in both directions. ACT Emergency Services advise drivers to seek alternative routes as delays are expected for hours.
Emergency crews fight hay shed fire in Leopold
Firefighters battled a significant blaze at a hay shed on Mollers Lane in Leopold. Crews worked to contain the fire and protect nearby properties. Read the latest updates.
Serious Crash in Morley, Emergency Services Respond
Emergency services rushed to a serious crash on Walter Road in Morley. A car collided with a tree, leaving one person with serious injuries. Read the latest updates.
Major factory fire in Unanderra under police investigation
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.
Five and puppy rescued from sinking boat near Ayr
A dramatic early morning rescue saved five people and a blue heeler puppy after their vessel began sinking 30 nautical miles off the Queensland coast near Ayr. All were winched to safety and are in good health.
Five rescued after boat capsizes near Townsville
A dramatic marine rescue unfolded near Townsville as the RACQ CQ Rescue helicopter saved five people from a capsized boat. Read the full story of the emergency operation.
Motorcyclist in serious crash on Brindabella Road
Emergency services responded to a serious motorcycle crash on Brindabella Road near Coree on Wednesday afternoon. ACT Policing remain on scene. Read the latest updates.
Desert cave rescue at historic Empress Spring site
A 60-year-old woman was rescued from a deep cave in the remote Great Victoria Desert. The incident revives the dramatic history of Empress Spring, first discovered by explorer David Carnegie in 1896. Read the full story.
Grovedale hoax call triggers major emergency services response
A bizarre hoax call in Grovedale sparked a major emergency response, wasting critical police and ambulance resources. Authorities are urging the public to report responsibly.
Optus outage disrupts Queensland NBN and emergency calls
A widespread Optus network failure has left parts of Queensland without internet, EFTPOS, and home phone services, also impacting calls to emergency services. Stay updated.
Serendipity Support Services: Empowering Illawarra Disability Community
Illawarra's Serendipity Support Services marks International Day of People with Disability, offering participant-centred care, SIL homes, and community programs. Discover their family-run approach.
Child trapped under ute in Jesmond e-scooter crash
A primary school-aged boy was hospitalised after being hit by a ute and trapped beneath its trailer in a Jesmond car park. The incident sparks renewed safety warnings as NSW moves to regulate e-scooter power.
Police car crashes into house in Western Sydney
A police vehicle has crashed into a home on Bungarribee Rd in Blacktown. Emergency crews remain on scene. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
Serious house fire in St James, Perth
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.
Unit fire on Darby Street, Newcastle, prompts major emergency response
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.
Magnetic Island elderly lose vital care services
Elderly Magnetic Island residents face crisis as essential care provider ends services. Community demands immediate government action to fill critical gap.
Support Australia's Community Volunteers This Summer
This International Volunteer Day, Australians are urged to move beyond gratitude and offer practical support to the community volunteers who are the backbone of our towns, especially as we face another high-risk summer season.
Diver dead, others trapped in SA underwater cave emergency
A major emergency operation is underway at Tank Cave near Mount Gambier after a diving incident left one person dead and others trapped or missing. Follow the latest updates.
Four-Vehicle Crash in Townsville, Person Trapped
Emergency services responded to a serious four-vehicle collision on Woolcock Street in Townsville. One person was reportedly trapped as rescue crews worked to free them.
Woman rescued in 12-hour WA cave operation
A 60-year-old woman was rescued in a complex 12-hour operation after falling eight metres into a remote WA cave system. Read about the incredible multi-agency effort.
Woman rescued after 12 hours in Empress Spring cave
Emergency crews complete dramatic vertical rescue of woman who fell up to 8 metres into Empress Spring cave system. Multi-agency operation saves life after 12-hour ordeal.
Urgent funding demanded for Cairns Hospital helipad
Cairns Hospital's critical helipad requires immediate $1.5 million upgrade as emergency services face dangerous landing conditions. Lives at risk without urgent action.
Sydney shooting: Two arrested in Blacktown incident
Police arrest two individuals following a shooting in Blacktown's Carunya St. One person treated at scene, no ongoing threat to public. Avoid area.
Car crashes into Perth beauty salon, erupts in flames
A car smashed into Orelia Beauty Salon XXX Lash Beauty in Perth, causing extensive damage and erupting into flames. Emergency services responded quickly to the shocking incident.
Newcastle charity in urgent $100k fundraising race
SRU Community Hub faces critical funding crisis, needing $100,000 to secure new premises and maintain essential domestic violence support services for Hunter families.
Page 2 of 4