WA Police's Taskforce Maverick investigates a suspicious fire at Ballajura City Shopping Centre, the second blaze in 24 hours, linked to the state's illicit tobacco trade. Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers.
Two men narrowly escaped a dangerous shed fire at the historic Gold Diggers Arms Hotel in Geelong. Fire investigators are now working to determine the cause of the blaze.
A 22-year-old man is under police guard in hospital after a suspicious fire destroyed a home in Lochinvar early Wednesday morning. A police officer was also treated for smoke inhalation.
More than 1000 Geelong property owners have been issued fire prevention notices. They must clear vegetation or face significant fines. Read the full story and learn how to comply.
Far South Coast RFS details a collaborative, strategic approach to the Brassknocker Trail fire, emphasising lessons learned from Black Summer and involving Indigenous knowledge.
Firefighters discovered homes without working smoke detectors near the scene of a fatal Berkeley unit fire. Fire and Rescue NSW urges residents to install alarms and offers free safety checks.
Emergency services rushed to a suburban street in Kirwan after a car burst into flames. No injuries were reported. Read the full details of the response.
A three-year-old child has died in a devastating house fire in Melbourne's north. Emergency services responded to the Dorothy St, Fawkner blaze on Monday afternoon.
NSW RFS crews extinguish a hectare-sized grass fire at Croom Regional Sporting Complex. No buildings threatened. Meanwhile, a major bushfire burns out of control near the NSW-Victoria border.
An overnight fire in Subiaco has damaged two commercial premises on Hay Street. Emergency services responded quickly. Authorities are investigating the cause. Read the latest details.
A house in Raymond Terrace was engulfed by flames on Friday, January 10, 2026. Firefighters battled the blaze as the Newcastle Herald provided live updates.
Emergency services responded to a grass fire near Downer, blocking one lane of the Federal Highway. No threat to life or property reported. Stay informed via ESA.
Emergency crews spent hours extinguishing a fierce house fire on Troman Parade in Raymond Terrace. Police have declared a crime scene as investigations continue.
Residents were evacuated from a Bar Beach building after a kitchen fire broke out on Thursday afternoon. Firefighters brought the blaze under control in 30 minutes.
Victoria is on high alert with catastrophic bushfire conditions declared across multiple districts. Thousands are urged to leave their homes as temperatures soar above 40C. Follow the latest updates.
WA Police's Arson Squad is investigating a suspicious house fire on Sydenham Street in Rivervale. The blaze caused significant damage, with no injuries reported. Read the latest details.
A major fire at a popular swimming pool on Victoria's Surf Coast led to a large-scale evacuation. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest on the incident and response.
Firefighters battle a dangerous blaze after a building fire spread to grassland near Shelford. Residents urged to monitor conditions and follow official advice.
A major fire at Singleton's Waste Management Facility continues to burn, forcing its closure. Council urges residents to never put batteries or gas bottles in kerbside bins. Read the latest updates.
A man has died after a fierce fire tore through a Wollongong unit. An off-duty firefighter tried to help but was forced back by flames. Police treat the blaze as suspicious.
All victims of the deadly New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort bar have been identified, with more than half being teenagers. One Australian was among the injured.
WA Police's arson squad is investigating a devastating fire that destroyed a Bentley home on Stannard Street. The blaze erupted following reports of an explosion. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
A man in his 40s has died in a Berkeley unit fire, with police declaring a crime scene. Fire investigators and an accelerant detection dog are probing the suspicious blaze. Read the latest details.
Two people suffered serious injuries in a fire at Havelock House, a social housing complex in Canberra's Turner. Emergency crews responded to the blaze on Monday morning.
Firefighters contained a significant blaze at Tower Lodge in Pokolbin on Sunday morning. All guests were evacuated safely from the luxury Hunter Valley estate, with no injuries reported.
ACT Fire & Rescue is working to contain two separate blazes in Namadgi National Park near Canberra. An advice-level warning is in place. Here's what you need to know.
Australians are among those grieving after a fire at a Swiss ski resort bar killed 40, many of them teenagers. Survivors recount the horror and the agonising wait for news. Read their stories.
A person has died in a house fire in Sydney's southwest. Two others escaped with minor injuries. Police have established a crime scene and are investigating.
A massive fire has destroyed a historic hotel at a popular Swiss ski resort, forcing hundreds to evacuate. No fatalities reported. Full details on the emergency response and impact.
Emergency crews battle a fast-moving bushfire in Leppington, Sydney's south-west. Over a dozen crews are on scene as residents are urged to prepare to leave. Stay alert.