Kiama aged care home fire exit safety failures
Fire and Rescue NSW inspection reveals significant safety concerns at Blue Haven aged care facility in Kiama, with exit doors requiring excessive force to open. Council to consider fire safety order.
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Elderly evacuated in Kanahooka aged care facility fire
Elderly residents safely evacuated after fire breaks out at IRT William Beach Gardens in Kanahooka. Sprinkler system contained blaze before firefighters arrived. No injuries reported.
Driver rescued from burning car after Herdsman crash
A 23-year-old man was seriously injured after his car hit a tree and burst into flames on Jon Sanders Drive in Herdsman. Police heroically pulled him from the wreck.
Rescue Dog Winnie Finds Perfect Forever Home in Queensland
Winnie, once terrified of bulldozers, finds her perfect match through Angel Paws Animal Rescue. Discover this uplifting Queensland adoption success story that will warm your heart.
Car fire spreads to Thornton home, no one injured
A fierce blaze erupted from a car in Thornton, spreading to a single-level house. Six FRNSW crews contained the fire, with no injuries reported. Read the full details.
Girl's femur snapped on giant 120m slip-and-slide
An 11-year-old Queensland girl suffered a horrific leg break on a 120-metre slip-and-slide. LifeFlight's rescue helicopter airlifted her to hospital in a dramatic Australia Day mission.
Firefighters battle bushfire at Lake Macquarie
Fire and Rescue NSW crews are battling a significant bushfire in Gateshead. The blaze broke out near Willow Road, with the western front being monitored by aircraft. Read the latest updates.
Point Lonsdale lifesavers awarded for mass rescue
Ten swimmers rescued from treacherous rip at Point Lonsdale beach. Lifesavers receive bravery awards for their heroic actions during Easter weekend emergency.
Search Expert Reveals Survival Odds for Missing Bushwalker
A seasoned search and rescue expert breaks down the chilling realities facing missing hiker Gus Lamont as local volunteers describe the case as defying all logic in the treacherous Blue Mountains terrain.
Man arrested after fatal Doomadgee crash kills woman, girl
A devastating car crash in remote Far North Queensland has left a woman and young girl dead, with a man now in custody as police investigate the tragic incident that has shaken the Doomadgee community.
Police plea for information on Emerald house fire tragedy
Authorities are desperately seeking witnesses and information after a devastating house fire in Emerald left multiple people fighting for their lives in hospital.
Four Dead in Queensland House Fire Tragedy
A tragic house fire in Emerald, Queensland has claimed four lives, leaving the Central Highlands community in shock as emergency services investigate the cause of the blaze.
Police Commissioner defends helicopter use
Victoria Police Commissioner Mike Bush responds to allegations he used taxpayer-funded helicopter flights for personal trips with his wife, defending the transport as necessary for official duties.
Cowboys add third Queensland Cup feeder club
The North Queensland Cowboys have secured their third Queensland Cup feeder club, strengthening their development pathway and creating new opportunities for emerging rugby league talent across the region.
Wollongong teens save man in dramatic surf rescue
Two quick-thinking Wollongong teenagers are being hailed as heroes after pulling a struggling swimmer from treacherous surf in a heart-pounding rescue at a local beach.
Teen rescued from Mount Buller blizzard ordeal
A teenage hiker was dramatically rescued from Mount Buller after becoming trapped in a sudden blizzard during a solo hiking expedition in Victoria's alpine region.
Queensland Terror Raid: 7 Arrested, IEDs Seized
A major counter-terrorism operation across Queensland has resulted in seven arrests and the seizure of improvised explosive devices, firearms, and a drone in what authorities are calling a significant disruption to potential terrorist activity.
Cairns Weather: Sunshine Returns With Scattered Showers
After a wet weekend, Cairns residents can expect mixed conditions with morning showers giving way to sunny afternoon breaks. Get the full forecast for the week ahead.
Cairns-Whitsundays flights return after COVID hiatus
East Air has triumphantly restored direct flights between Cairns and the Whitsundays, reconnecting two of Queensland's most spectacular tropical destinations after a lengthy COVID-induced suspension.
Endangered Grey Nurse Shark Rescued in Queensland
Marine rescuers perform dramatic operation to free critically endangered grey nurse shark from fishing line entanglement in Queensland waters.
Ex-Premier Miles denies Townsville hospital crisis knowledge
Ex-Queensland Premier Steven Miles faces scrutiny after claiming no awareness of Townsville University Hospital's urology department failures despite documentary evidence suggesting otherwise.
Hinchinbrook Byelection Date Set: LNP's Scott Piper to Run
Queensland's LNP leader David Crisafulli announces November 30 byelection date alongside candidate Scott Piper in bid to secure Hinchinbrook seat vacated by former MP Nick Dametto.
Cairns property market sizzles with strong auction results
Cairns real estate continues to show remarkable strength with multiple properties selling under the hammer and strong buyer competition driving prices upward across the region.
Cairns District Court convenes for November hearings
The Cairns District Court convenes for two weeks of crucial hearings, tackling serious criminal matters and delivering justice for Far North Queensland communities.
Townsville District Court Sits With Full Case Load
The Townsville District Court resumes hearings this week with a packed schedule of criminal trials, sentencing matters, and civil cases affecting the North Queensland community.
Ports North Welcomes New Leadership Amid Executive Changes
Major leadership shakeup at Ports North as deputy CEO Michael Grey transitions to Energy Queensland, with experienced director Nicola Lloyd stepping in as new chair.
Cairns Weather: Sunshine Returns With Possible Showers
Get the latest Cairns weather forecast with sunny spells, possible showers, and perfect conditions for exploring the Great Barrier Reef. Your complete weekly outlook here.
Kookaburra saved after choking on shoelace in Sydney
A heroic wildlife rescue in Sydney's Inner West saves a choking kookaburra that swallowed a shoelace, highlighting the deadly impact of litter on native birds.
Perth climber dies on Nepal's Himlung Himal peak
The Western Australian climbing community mourns the loss of experienced mountaineer Chin Tark Chan, who passed away during expedition on Nepal's 7,126m Himlung Himal peak.
Cruise season returns to Cairns and Port Douglas
Tropical North Queensland is gearing up for a bumper cruise season with P&O Cruises Australia and Carnival Cruise Line vessels scheduled to make multiple calls to Cairns and Port Douglas, bringing thousands of visitors to the region's iconic destinations.
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