Teen charged over Perth NYE bushfire sparked by fireworks
A 19-year-old man faces charges after a reckless firecracker ignited a major bushfire near Perth on New Year's Eve, forcing evacuations and cutting power to thousands. Read the full report.
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19-year-old charged over Perth bushfire sparked by firecracker
A 19-year-old man faces court after allegedly tossing a firecracker into dry grass, igniting a bushfire that threatened hundreds of homes near Perth. Read the full story.
Volunteers Sought to Protect Endangered Turtle Nests in NSW
Beachgoers in NSW are urged to become citizen scientists to monitor and protect threatened turtle nests from the Tweed to Batemans Bay. Every reported nest will be safeguarded.
Bushfire Rages Near Perth, Storms Hit Queensland
A major bushfire is threatening homes south-east of Perth, while severe storms bring flash flooding to Queensland and the Northern Territory. Read the latest emergency updates.
Bushfire 'Too Late to Leave' Warning for WA Gold Mine
Residents near Boddington Gold Mine told it's 'too late to leave' as bushfire threatens. Emergency warning issued with temperatures soaring past 41°C. Latest updates and safety advice.
NSW Passes Controversial Gun and Protest Law Reforms
New South Wales parliament fast-tracks sweeping gun control and protest restrictions, sparking a Coalition split and civil liberties outcry. Read the full details.
Lithium battery truck fire shuts major NSW highway
A truck carrying 15 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries caught fire near Yass, closing the Hume Highway for hours. Toxic vapour risk prompted a 700m exclusion zone. Read the latest on the disruption.
Tactical Police Arrest Men in Liverpool Operation
Heavily-armed NSW Police officers arrested a group of males in Liverpool, southwest Sydney. The police operation concluded with no ongoing risk to the public. Read the latest details.
NSW Parliament recalled to strengthen gun laws
The NSW Parliament will be urgently recalled to pass stricter gun laws and new protest restrictions following the Bondi Beach terror attack. Premier Chris Minns says the changes are vital for community safety.
Cricket NSW's Ross Pawson suspended over police investigation
Fast bowler Ross Pawson suspended by Cricket NSW as police investigate sexual touching allegations. No charges have been laid. Full story and official statements here.
Firefighter killed in NSW bushfires, homes destroyed
A volunteer firefighter has died battling out-of-control blazes in Australia, with over 50 fires burning. Read the latest on this dangerous summer fire season.
Firefighter Dies, 40 Homes Lost in Australia Wildfires
A firefighter has been killed and around 40 homes destroyed by wildfires raging in New South Wales and Tasmania. Get the latest on the devastating blazes.
Firefighter dies in NSW amid 'foreboding' bushfire season
A firefighter has tragically died battling a blaze in New South Wales, as the state's premier warns of a 'foreboding' start to the bushfire season. Read the latest on the emergency response and official warnings.
Urgent Bushfire Evacuation Warning for Queensland Island
An urgent evacuation alert has been issued for residents near a fast-moving bushfire on North Stradbroke Island, Queensland. Firefighters battle the blaze as NSW counts the cost of devastating weekend fires.
Australia disaster status as 91 bushfires rage
New South Wales declares a disaster as 91 bushfires, 20 out-of-control, raze over 1,000 hectares. Extreme heat and winds fuel the crisis. Read the latest updates.
NSW Bushfires Destroy Homes, Disaster Declared
Fears grow as destructive bushfires ravage NSW Central Coast and Hunter, destroying at least 16 homes. Over 1,200 firefighters battle 76 blazes. Follow official warnings.
NSW Bushfire Destroys Homes on Central Coast
A fierce bushfire has destroyed multiple homes and forced evacuations on the NSW Central Coast. Firefighters are battling the blaze amid challenging conditions. Read the latest updates.
Extreme Fire Danger as Heatwave Hits New South Wales
Millions in NSW face extreme heat and fire danger as blazes burn. Four homes lost, firefighters injured in Tasmania. Stay informed on the latest warnings.
First Summer Heatwave Scorches NSW East Coast
The first major heatwave of the summer has struck New South Wales, with Sydney's CBD hitting 37.8C. Bushfire warnings are in place as firefighters battle blazes in multiple states. Read the full weather and news update.
Australia Faces Extreme Heatwave and Bushfire Threat
Australians are urged to stay vigilant as temperatures soar into the 40s across multiple states and dangerous bushfires burn. Meteorologists warn the extreme heat poses a serious risk to public health.
Deputy Shire President Dies in Ravensthorpe Bushfire Tragedy
Tragic news as respected farmer and Shire deputy president Mark Mudie dies battling a bushfire threatening his West River property. The community is devastated. Read the full story.
Man dies battling bushfire in Western Australia
A farmer has tragically died while defending his property from a bushfire near Ravensthorpe, Western Australia. The incident highlights the extreme dangers of the current fire season. Read the full report.
WA Bushfire Forces Evacuations, Leaves Thousands Without Power
A devastating bushfire near Geraldton forces residents to flee, destroys homes, and cuts power to thousands. Emergency services issue urgent survival warnings as conditions worsen.
WA Bushfire Forces Evacuations, Cuts Power to Thousands
A severe bushfire near Geraldton, WA, forces residents to flee, closes schools, and leaves nearly 4,000 without power. Urgent safety warnings issued as conditions worsen.
18-year-old missing after swimming incident at NSW beach
Emergency services search for missing 18-year-old swimmer at Little Bay Beach, Arakoon. Search suspended overnight, resuming Monday morning. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
Australia's Catastrophic Fire Danger Amid 47C Heatwave
Firefighters confront catastrophic conditions as a blistering heatwave grips Australia, triggering extreme fire danger and mass school closures. Residents urged to activate bushfire survival plans.
NSW bushfire threat: Catastrophic conditions declared
Catastrophic fire danger forecast for NSW, the first since 2023. Schools close and total fire bans are in place as the state faces its most severe bushfire risk in over two years.
Firefighter dies fighting bushfire on Eyre Peninsula
Tragic death of firefighter Peter Curtis, 65, while battling a bushfire in South Australia. A 30-year veteran, he is remembered as a 'mischievous' and dedicated comrade. Read the full tribute.
Kellie Sloane Elected NSW Liberal Leader
Former TV presenter Kellie Sloane becomes the new leader of the NSW Liberals, marking a significant shift for the party ahead of the 2027 state election. Discover the challenges she faces.
Kellie Sloane becomes NSW Liberal leader
Former journalist Kellie Sloane becomes the third woman to lead NSW Liberals, facing party challenges and housing policy dilemmas. Discover the implications.
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