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Teens injured, child airlifted after Illawarra crashes

A weekend of crashes in the Illawarra region saw multiple teens hospitalised and a child airlifted to Sydney. Get the latest details on the separate incidents at Minnamurra, Wollongong, and Mount Kembla.

Picton Road Crash: Driver Critical, 13 Injured

A major multi-vehicle crash involving a truck has closed Picton Road near Cataract. One driver is in a critical condition with chest injuries. Read the latest updates on the emergency response.

NRMA's urgent heat warning as cars hit 80C

The NRMA issues a critical warning as temperatures soar past 40C. Learn the deadly risks of leaving children or pets in cars and what to do in an emergency.

Perth's City Beach reopens after shark sightings

City Beach in Perth reopened after a one-hour closure due to multiple shark sightings, including a 5-metre shark just 15 metres from shore. Stay informed with the latest beach safety alerts.

Baby Boy Attacked by Dog in Bateau Bay

A baby boy has been airlifted to hospital with facial injuries after a dog attack in Bateau Bay. The incident follows a spate of similar attacks across NSW. Read the latest details.

Glider Crash Lands in Hunter Valley, Man Airlifted

A man in his 60s was flown to John Hunter Hospital with chest and back injuries after a glider crash near Ravensworth. Emergency services, including the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, responded to the incident.

WA Experts Warn Against Dangerous Christmas Toys

Perth parents are urged to avoid popular gifts like e-scooters and toys with button batteries this Christmas due to serious safety risks. Learn which products to steer clear of.

$200k Study to Probe WA Motorist Behaviour

The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.

ACT's Secret Firefighting Weapon: The Firebird 100

The ACT RFS has deployed a secret weapon for the bushfire season: the Firebird 100 helicopter with a powerful infrared camera that can spot a fire from 75km away. Discover how this tech keeps crews safe.

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