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.
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.
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.
A dangerous bushfire on the NSW South Coast has been downgraded to a Watch and Act warning after residents were told it was 'too late to evacuate'. Stay informed with the latest updates.
A British pilot's catastrophic helicopter crash during Australian bushfire operations sparks international legal battle with potential two-decade prison sentence looming.
Discover how New South Wales is deploying herds of goats as a sustainable, cost-effective solution to reduce fire hazards by clearing dry vegetation in high-risk areas.
Australia and New Zealand brace for dangerous heatwave conditions with temperatures soaring to 40°C, prompting severe bushfire alerts and health warnings across both nations.
Meteorologists predict one of Australia's hottest summers on record with extreme heatwaves, elevated bushfire risks, and potential drought conditions looming across the nation.
A major network outage during NSW's bushfire emergency exposes critical vulnerabilities in Australia's emergency communication systems, leaving rural communities dangerously isolated.
Emergency services battle fierce fire at popular Sydney beach as thick black smoke blankets coastline and residents warned to stay indoors. Dramatic scenes unfold at Maroubra's coastal reserve.
Firefighting chiefs in New South Wales issue a stark warning of a potentially deadly bushfire season, fueled by extreme grass growth following one of the wettest winters on record.
The Victorian Government unveils a comprehensive support package for Porepunkah's tourism and small business sector, devastated by recent bushfires. Grants, fee waivers, and marketing blitz aim to fast-track recovery.
A catastrophic fire emergency unfolds in Australia's Northern Territory, with communities under threat, mass evacuations, and a 'volatile' weather forecast prompting urgent government action.