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Worrowing Heights bushfire emergency downgraded

The emergency-level bushfire at Worrowing Heights near Sanctuary Point has been downgraded to advice level. Firefighters continue containment efforts as 28 hectares burn. Stay alert.

Total Fire Ban for Central NSW Regions

A total fire ban is in effect for Greater Hunter and North Western NSW due to extreme fire danger. Residents urged to take immediate action to protect lives and property.

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.

Newcastle pool blown onto powerlines in high winds

Strong winds in Newcastle sent a backyard inflatable pool flying onto powerlines, prompting a safety warning from Ausgrid. The incident highlights fire dangers and the importance of securing outdoor items.

Singleton home destroyed in suspicious blaze

A Hunter Valley home has been completely destroyed in a fierce overnight fire that police are treating as suspicious. Emergency crews battled the flames at The Retreat property as authorities appeal for witnesses.

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 hunt trio after suspicious Nowra house fire

Authorities release CCTV images of three individuals wanted for questioning following a suspicious house fire that tore through a Nowra property, as police ramp up their investigation into the concerning incident.

WA Wheatbelt Emergency: Tammin Bushfire Threat Grows

Residents in Western Australia's Wheatbelt region are facing a terrifying out-of-control bushfire near Tammin, with emergency services issuing urgent warnings to stay alert as conditions rapidly deteriorate.

Corrimal shops face $100k repair bill after fire

A fierce fire at a Corrimal tobacconist has caused extensive damage to multiple businesses, with repairs estimated at $100,000 and the shopping strip facing weeks of disruption.

Minmi Road Traffic Changes Divide Newcastle

Newcastle City Council is pushing forward with controversial traffic modifications along Minmi Road, sparking heated community debate about safety versus convenience in the growing Maryland, Fletcher and Minmi corridor.

Newcastle Bikers Rev Up for Annual Kids Toy Run

Newcastle's beloved Bikers for Kids Toy Run is back, kicking off with an impressive motorcycle display at Newcastle Station. Discover how these big-hearted bikers are spreading Christmas cheer to local children in need.

Bali's Methanol Danger: Tourist Death Warning

Australian travellers are being warned about Bali's hidden killer after research reveals the island has the world's highest rate of tourist deaths from methanol poisoning in drinks.

Baby suffers severe burns from reflected UV rays

An urgent warning has been issued across Australia after a baby suffered second-degree burns from UV radiation reflected off nearby surfaces. Experts reveal how everyday materials can become dangerous sun amplifiers.

Arrest in Cessnock PCYC Fire Investigation

A major development in the Cessnock PCYC fire case as police arrest a man in Kurri Kurri. Latest updates on the suspicious blaze that rocked the Hunter Valley community.

Byron Bay tragedy: Pedestrian killed in van collision

A devastating incident in Byron Bay has left one pedestrian dead after being struck by a van, while separate reports emerge of a young boy fleeing from a suspicious ute in what appears to be a stranger danger incident.

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