Catastrophic Bushfire Danger Declared for NSW
Thousands of Australians are on high alert as catastrophic bushfire conditions, the worst in years, hit NSW. Residents urged to enact survival plans immediately.
Thousands of Australians are on high alert as catastrophic bushfire conditions, the worst in years, hit NSW. Residents urged to enact survival plans immediately.
Canberra faces damaging winds exceeding 90km/h and highest bushfire alerts in over two years. Parks closed, schools shut as emergency services warn residents to secure properties.
Tragedy strikes as firefighter Peter Curtis dies battling a bushfire in South Australia's Pinkawillinie Conservation Park. Know the latest fire danger ratings.
A Virgin Australia flight was forced to make an emergency return to Sydney Airport after experiencing two separate mid-air emergencies shortly after takeoff. Emergency services were on standby.
WA ultramarathon runner Chris Darker prepares for bushfire season after completing 12 major races. Discover how his endurance training helps firefighting efforts.
Townsville emergency crews and council conduct earthquake preparedness drill. Learn how the city is preparing for potential seismic activity and what residents need to know.
NSW Rural Fire Service crews work through the night to contain a 1469-hectare bushfire near Salisbury. Get the latest updates on fire containment efforts and smoke warnings.
Smoke from a days-long fire in Karuah Nature Reserve blankets Newcastle. RFS issues health warning. Stay updated with live coverage and critical alerts.
A person has died after an ageing Samsung phone failed to connect to Triple-0 on the TPG network. The incident prompts urgent warnings for users to update their devices and raises serious questions about Australia's emergency call system.
A bushfire emergency is unfolding in Wandi, Perth. DFES has issued a Watch and Act, urging residents to leave immediately. Lives and homes are under threat.
A fast-moving bushfire has closed Brand Highway north of Gingin. A Watch and Act warning is in place for parts of Moore River National Park. Residents urged to leave now.
The Animal Referral and Emergency Centre in Broadmeadow opens a new, larger 24-hour veterinary hospital on November 19, featuring advanced CT scanning and hydrotherapy.
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.
An emergency warning is in place for a bushfire threatening homes in Worrowing Heights on the NSW South Coast. Residents told it is too late to leave. Latest updates.
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.
An out-of-control bushfire threatens homes in the Shire of Collie. Residents near Piavnini Road urged to get ready to leave. Authorities suspect the fire is suspicious.
Firefighters continue back-burning operations as Karuah Nature Reserve bushfire blackens 350+ hectares. Residents urged to monitor conditions and drive carefully in affected areas.
Victoria faces its most dangerous fire season since Black Saturday. CFA issues fire restrictions for multiple regions starting this Sunday. Know the rules to stay safe.
A bushfire is burning at Royal Perth Golf Club in South Perth, causing heavy traffic delays on the Kwinana Freeway. Motorists are urged to avoid the area. #Perth #Bushfire
Residents in Cunderdin, South Tammin, and Youndegin are ordered to evacuate immediately as an out-of-control bushfire rages. Act now to survive.
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.
Perth's Casuarina Prison faces emergency as firefighters battle unpredictable bushfire that has burned 3 hectares. Stay alert with latest updates.
A Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 bound for Bali made an emergency return to Perth after passengers reported hearing a 'loud bang' and seeing flames erupt from the engine shortly after takeoff.
Multiple emergency response teams are currently on scene in Abergowrie following reports of a serious incident involving a child. Authorities have mobilised rapidly to the rural location.
Critical telecommunications failure leaves Hunter region residents unable to access emergency services as Optus confirms widespread network outage affecting triple zero calls.
A Smythesdale man has received a good behaviour bond after pleading guilty to charges related to a dangerous grassfire that threatened homes and required significant firefighting resources.
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.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services are responding to a significant bushfire burning on Palm Island, with multiple crews working to contain the blaze threatening local vegetation.
The NSW government is pushing forward with the Avondale eco-resort development, overriding local zoning regulations and ignoring significant bushfire risks in the Illawarra escarpment area.
A Perth housing development faces scrutiny as authorities question whether adequate bushfire protection measures have been implemented for future residents.