Farmer dies in WA bushfire while defending property
A farmer in his 60s has died after his front-end loader was overrun by flames near Ravensthorpe. The WA Premier has offered condolences as the fire threat continues. Download the 7NEWS app.
A farmer in his 60s has died after his front-end loader was overrun by flames near Ravensthorpe. The WA Premier has offered condolences as the fire threat continues. Download the 7NEWS app.
Respected farmer and Shire of Ravensthorpe deputy president Mark Mudie has died while fighting a bushfire on his West River property. The community mourns a devastating loss.
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A local farmer in his 60s has tragically died while battling an out-of-control bushfire near Ravensthorpe on WA's south coast. The community mourns as investigations begin.
A man in his 60s has died while battling an out-of-control bushfire near Ravensthorpe. The fire has burnt 300ha. Read the latest updates and safety warnings.
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An emergency warning is in place for West River in WA's Ravensthorpe Shire as a dangerous bushfire burns out of control. Residents told to leave immediately. Latest updates.
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