A significant bushfire at Oyster Cove near Port Stephens has scorched over 140 hectares, with authorities issuing urgent evacuation orders for residents in Medowie and surrounding areas as conditions remain dangerous.
A watch and act alert is in place as a bushfire at Oyster Cove near Medowie has scorched almost 100 hectares, with residents urged to leave if unprepared.
Residents in Ellenbrook and surrounding areas are urged to evacuate immediately as an out-of-control bushfire threatens lives and homes. Emergency services are responding.
A dangerous bushfire is raging out of control in Perth's north-east suburb of Ellenbrook, threatening homes and lives. Residents are under immediate evacuation orders as flames spread rapidly.
A fast-moving bushfire is threatening lives and homes in Ellenbrook, Perth's north, with an emergency warning issued for residents to evacuate immediately if safe.
A 19-year-old apprentice boilermaker accused of starting a bushfire with a firecracker in Kalamunda on New Year's Day is expected to enter a plea at his next court appearance in March.
Firefighters waded through Lake Macquarie at low tide to access an island near Swansea, carrying portable equipment to extinguish a small bushfire overnight.
A grassfire burned through paddocks north of Gungahlin overnight, with firefighters from NSW and ACT Rural Fire Services responding quickly to control the blaze near Springrange.
An unpredictable bushfire is endangering lives and homes in Bullsbrook and Muchea, north of Perth, prompting urgent evacuation orders and the closure of Outback Splash waterpark.
A bushwalker has discovered human remains near Philosopher Falls in Tasmania, where Celine Cremer vanished over two years ago. Police confirm the remains are human, with forensic analysis pending.
An emergency warning is in place for Bullsbrook and Muchea as an uncontrollable bushfire threatens lives, homes, and the iconic Outback Splash water park. Residents are urged to act immediately.
Firefighters are working to contain a bushfire near a petrol station in Lexia, east of Perth, with the blaze growing to about 200 metres wide and smoke visible from kilometres away.
More than 100 people have fled bushfires in the Otways region, finding emergency refuge in Colac as authorities respond to the escalating threat.
A 34-year-old woman has been arrested and charged after a discarded cigarette allegedly started a scrub fire near Scone in the Hunter region early Tuesday morning.
A lightning-caused bushfire has jumped the Eyre Highway, closing WA's main road link to the eastern states for at least 24 hours between Norseman and the SA border.
ACT RFS Chief Rohan Scott highlights striking similarities between recent lightning-ignited fires and the catastrophic 2003 Canberra bushfires, while detailing improved response capabilities.
A 59-year-old man has been arrested following a series of deliberately lit fires in regional Victoria's Goulburn Valley. The incidents occurred during a severe heatwave with temperatures expected to reach extreme highs.
Firefighters in Geelong are tackling a significant blaze in Norlane as temperatures soar, with emergency services responding to the incident amid challenging conditions.
A 31-year-old Collie man has been charged with arson after allegedly setting multiple fires that burned 30 hectares of native vegetation, prompting an emergency warning.
A bushfire near Tonkin Highway in Cullacabardee has caused significant traffic congestion, with authorities responding to the blaze and reopening the road after a brief closure.
Residents of Separation Creek in Victoria are concerned about becoming trapped in a fire emergency due to the lack of bridge access following recent floods.
An emergency bushfire warning has been issued for Bremer Bay in Western Australia, with residents ordered to evacuate immediately as the blaze threatens lives and homes in the popular holiday area.
A volunteer firefighter from Western Australia has spoken out about the severe physical toll after being deployed to assist with the devastating bushfires in Victoria, highlighting the immense challenges faced by emergency responders.
Kalamunda volunteer firefighters are furious after being told their Type 1 fire truck will be replaced with a Type 2 model, which they claim is inferior equipment for their high-risk area.
An emergency bushfire warning has been issued for Collie in Western Australia, with residents told to leave immediately as temperatures exceed 37°C and the fire threatens lives and homes.
Fire crews rushed to an abandoned house in Kelso after it was engulfed in flames on Tuesday evening. No injuries reported. Read the latest on the incident.
A fierce house fire in Moorabool, west of Melbourne, caused significant damage, with the roof severely impacted. Firefighters worked for over an hour to control the blaze. Read the full story.
A Fletcher home has been completely destroyed after a fire believed to be caused by 'misadventure involving a lighter'. Occupants escaped safely. Fire and Rescue NSW issues urgent safety reminder.
A large grass and scrub fire at an Anakie farm is expected to burn for days as dozens of CFA crews work to contain it. No homes are currently under threat. Stay informed on the latest.
Western Australia dispatches an additional 30 emergency services personnel to assist with the escalating bushfire crisis in Victoria. The deployment brings the total number of WA firefighters on the ground to over 50. Read about the interstate effort.