AFL injury crisis blamed on lengthy player breaks
Channel 7's Kane Cornes links a spate of pre-season AFL injuries, including ACL tears, to excessive off-season breaks. Read his full theory and the latest casualty list.
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Complacency Fuels Victorian Bushfire Devastation
As bushfires devastate Victoria, experts warn that familiarity with the season has bred dangerous complacency. Read the urgent analysis and see what must change.
Homes lack smoke alarms near fatal Berkeley fire
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.
Bushfire fears return as heatwave hits Australia
A recent heatwave and bushfires in Victoria have triggered traumatic memories of the Black Summer. Experts warn the high-risk season is just beginning. Is Australia prepared?
Car fire erupts on Kirwan street, emergency crews respond
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.
Child dies in Melbourne house fire, adult injured
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.
Croom grass fire contained, source under investigation
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.
Carlton's Motlop out for 2026 with ACL injury
Carlton Blues forward Jesse Motlop has ruptured his ACL in a devastating pre-season blow, ruling him out for the entire 2026 AFL campaign. Get the full details.
Subiaco Fire Damages Two Buildings, Investigation Underway
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.
Jackson Archer suffers season-ending ACL injury
North Melbourne's Jackson Archer has ruptured his ACL in pre-season training, ruling him out for the entire 2026 AFL campaign. The defender's career has been plagued by recent setbacks.
SA Firefighters Deploy to Victoria Bushfire Crisis
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
WA's December arson spree: Six suspicious fires a day
WA's fire chief Darren Klemm reveals alarming arson rates, with crews battling nearly six suspicious blazes daily in December. Authorities urge public vigilance.
Raymond Terrace home destroyed by fire
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.
Grass fire near Federal Highway, Canberra, under control
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.
House fire in Raymond Terrace declared crime scene
Emergency crews spent hours extinguishing a fierce house fire on Troman Parade in Raymond Terrace. Police have declared a crime scene as investigations continue.
TV Picks: The Night Manager S2, Hijack S2, Agatha Christie
Your guide to the week's top TV: Tom Hiddleston returns in The Night Manager S2, Idris Elba faces a new crisis in Hijack S2, and a fresh Agatha Christie adaptation. Stream now.
Bar Beach apartment fire prompts evacuation
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 on Catastrophic Fire Alert, Residents Told to Leave
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.
Arson Squad probes suspicious Rivervale house fire
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.
AFL clubs return to pre-season training in sweltering heat
AFL players are back in gruelling pre-season training as nine clubs hit the track in scorching conditions, beginning their quest for the 2026 premiership. Follow our coverage.
AFL clubs return to training in scorching summer heat
AFL players are back at training, enduring extreme heat as they prepare for the 2026 season. See which clubs and stars hit the track first.
Dozens evacuated after Surf Coast pool fire
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.
Emergency alert as building fire spreads near Shelford
Firefighters battle a dangerous blaze after a building fire spread to grassland near Shelford. Residents urged to monitor conditions and follow official advice.
Singleton tip fire smoulders, council warns on bin items
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.
Man dies in suspicious Berkeley unit fire
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 40 victims of Swiss New Year's Eve bar fire identified
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.
Arson probe into Bentley house fire after 'explosion'
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.
Man dies in Berkeley unit fire, accelerant dog on scene
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 seriously injured in Turner housing complex fire
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.
Fire at Pokolbin's Tower Lodge, guests evacuated safely
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.
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