CFA volunteers use 30yo trucks as Premier defends funding
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan defends $80M CFA funding amid volunteer fury over ageing fire trucks. As bushfires rage, crews face 40C heat in vehicles without aircon. Read the full story.
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan defends $80M CFA funding amid volunteer fury over ageing fire trucks. As bushfires rage, crews face 40C heat in vehicles without aircon. Read the full story.
Victoria battles devastating bushfires with hundreds of properties lost, while ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji triggers life-threatening flash flooding in Queensland's south-east. Follow live updates.
South Australian firefighters are on the ground in Victoria battling 30 destructive blazes. A support package is announced as communities survey the charred ruins. #BushfireRelief
A powerful image of a firefighter giving water to a koala symbolises hope amid Victoria's devastating bushfires, which have burned 350,000 hectares and destroyed over 300 structures. Learn how WA crews are now assisting.
A body has been found in Victoria's Longwood fire zone as blazes destroy 300 structures. Premier Allan and PM Albanese announce $19.5m in immediate support. Stay informed.
Victoria's bushfire emergency intensifies with 32 active fires and 300 structures lost. Premier Jacinta Allan warns the worst is not over as federal and state governments announce $19.5 million in immediate support. Stay informed and follow official advic
Victoria Police urge Longwood residents to stay vigilant amid reports of suspicious activity and potential looting. Premier Jacinta Allan condemns the acts as 'sickening' while bushfires continue to burn across the state.
Victoria remains on high alert with 24 fires still burning. Authorities warn the threat is far from over, with extreme heat expected to return. Stay informed and follow emergency advice.
A State of Emergency has been declared in Victoria as multiple bushfires threaten communities. Premier Jacinta Allan urges residents to heed warnings and prepare to evacuate. Stay informed.
Catastrophic bushfires have ripped through central and northeast Victoria, destroying over 130 structures and 300,000 hectares. A state of emergency is in place as communities face devastation not seen since Black Summer.
The Hunter and Central Coast baked through a scorching Saturday with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees. Premier Chris Minns warns of health system strain as authorities brace for bushfires and ambulance callouts.
Geelong Cats superfan Troy 'Catman' West has lost his beloved 'catcave' shed and irreplaceable memorabilia in the Victorian bushfires. See his emotional reaction and story of loss and resilience.
Victoria faces its worst fire conditions since Black Summer, with a State of Disaster declared in 18 areas. Thousands flee as multiple blazes burn. Follow the latest updates.
A four-year-old boy has tragically died after being found unresponsive in a pool at Bobs Farm, Port Stephens. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Friday night.
Raging bushfires in Victoria have caused major power outages, disrupting 7NEWS broadcasts in several regions. Stay updated via the 7plus app and website for the latest emergency information.
A bushfire burning near Roe Highway in High Wycombe is causing significant traffic delays and reduced visibility. Motorists are urged to seek alternative routes as emergency services respond. #Perth #Bushfire
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.
A severe heatwave sweeping Australia has triggered multiple bushfires, with temperatures exceeding 40°C. Authorities issue urgent warnings. Stay informed and prepared.
NSW Police have charged two men over an alleged coordinated scam that targeted 18 elderly women in supermarket carparks, resulting in over $50,000 in losses. Authorities believe it's part of a larger international syndicate.
Victoria braces for its most severe fire conditions since Black Summer, with catastrophic ratings issued. Thousands are evacuating as authorities warn of 'unsurvivable' conditions. Know the latest.
Emergency services responded to a bicycle crash at Hunter and Darby streets in Newcastle. A man was treated at the scene, causing temporary road closures. Read the latest.
A 49-year-old man has died after being shot by NSW Police during a mental health incident in Springfield. The hours-long siege ended tragically on Wednesday night.
Recent fires near Bendora and Corin dams serve as a critical wake-up call for all ACT residents. Authorities urge immediate action on fire plans as extreme conditions converge.
A major truck crash on Picton Rd at Cataract has left 13 injured, with one man fighting for life. The road is closed as police investigate. Get the latest updates.
Emergency crews freed a trapped driver after a single-vehicle crash on the M1 near Lake Macquarie. One lane remains closed, causing moderate traffic delays. Stay updated.
Four remote bushfires in Canberra's Namadgi National Park are now under control after a complex firefighting operation involving helicopters and specialist crews. Read the latest.
A new report reveals millions of Australian homes are at risk of devastating urban bushfires. Experts call for urgent action to retrofit properties and improve community resilience.
A truck trailer erupted in flames at the Mooney Mooney rest area, forcing closures and detours. Firefighters contained the blaze, but drivers must use alternative routes.
Revenue NSW is holding nearly $300 million in unclaimed funds from old cheques, dividends, and overpayments. Find out if you're owed money with a simple online search.
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.