Summer almost over but bushfire outlook not great for Victoria, NSW and WA
A report warns of a heightened risk of bushfires in parts of Victoria, NSW, and WA as summer ends, with elevated concerns extending into autumn.
It will take decades for this pine plantation to recover from fire
The devastating Walwa-Mt Lawson fire has resulted in significant destruction in Victoria's Upper Murray region, particularly wiping out 11,000 hectares of pine plantation.
Injured animals emerge from refuges weeks after SA bushfire
After the Deep Creek bushfires, wildlife carers in South Australia are helping injured animals as they emerge from their refuges.
Locals urged to leave as bushfire burns in Gippsland
An uncontrolled bushfire in Gippsland, Victoria, has prompted urgent evacuation warnings for local residents.
Residents urged to evacuate as bushfire burns in central-east Victoria
Residents in central-east Victoria are being urged to evacuate due to an out-of-control bushfire threatening their community.
CFS sirens during Macclesfield bushfire reignite debate about technology
The recent bushfire near Macclesfield has sparked discussion regarding the effectiveness of fire sirens and mobile phone alerts among residents.
Fire threat eases but central Victorian blaze still out of control
A bushfire in central Victoria near Trawool remains uncontrolled, though improving weather conditions have aided firefighters.
Emergency bushfire warning for area south of Launceston
An emergency bushfire warning has been issued by the Tasmania Fire Service for an area south of Launceston due to an uncontrolled fire threatening lives and property.
Bushfire threatens properties near Seymour amid dangerous fire conditions
A bushfire in central Victoria is endangering properties near Seymour as dangerous fire conditions develop due to high temperatures and strong winds.
Halls Gap businesses embrace change after bushfire devastation
Halls Gap businesses are adapting to challenges posed by recent bushfires to revive local tourism.
Health van pivots to fire recovery day after launch
A newly launched mobile health van in Murrindindi, Australia, quickly responds to bushfire emergencies offering essential health services.
'Oblivious' bush ravers putting themselves and locals at risk
Authorities are evacuating unlicensed bush ravers near Margaret River due to a bushfire risk posed by unsanctioned events.
Perth hills residents warned as emergency bushfire bears down
Residents in Darlington and Helena Valley in Perth have been issued an emergency warning as a bushfire threatens lives and properties, with firefighting efforts underway.
New resource launches to help people support the bushfire relief effort
A new initiative called Project Planet aims to connect individuals with organizations involved in bushfire relief, thereby boosting volunteerism and donations.
Structure lost in Deep Creek blaze as CFS battles wind changes
A bushfire on South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula has consumed over 2,500 hectares, with challenging conditions hampering firefighting efforts and at least one structure reported lost.
Residents burnt out of 'paradise' determined to rebuild
Otways residents affected by a devastating bushfire are committed to rebuilding their homes and communities despite the destruction.
Deep Creek bushfire burning on 'multiple fast-moving fronts'
Over 250 firefighters are battling a fast-moving bushfire at Deep Creek south of Adelaide, threatening local assets and the township of Cape Jervis amid deteriorating conditions.
Emergency Warning issued as uncontrolled fire burns south of Adelaide
An Emergency Warning has been issued for residents in the Fleurieu Peninsula area due to an uncontrolled bushfire that has burned through 960 hectares.
Bushfire threat eases across Victoria as number of structures destroyed nears 500
The bushfire threat in Victoria has diminished with no emergency warnings, although nearly 500 structures have been destroyed amid ongoing major fires.
Photo in Australia exceeded 40 degrees, huge forest fire spread
Severe bushfires have destroyed hundreds of buildings across southeastern Australia, resulting in one confirmed death and extreme temperatures surpassing 40 degrees Celsius in Victoria.
‘We’ve got your back’: Australian PM visits bushfire-ravaged towns as 300 structures destroyed and 350,000 hectares burned
Australian Prime Minister visits towns devastated by bushfires that destroyed over 300 structures and burned 350,000 hectares amid a state of disaster in Victoria.
Lynne and Peter return to find their house still standing but others left devastated after Harcourt bushfire
Lynne and Peter Suelzle find their home miraculously intact after a bushfire devastated much of Harcourt, while neighboring properties were severely impacted.
Ten properties in Ruffy destroyed, including firefighter’s home, as fire hits Victorian town ‘like a bomb’
A massive bushfire in Ruffy, Victoria, has destroyed at least ten properties, including a firefighter's home, causing significant damage to the town and prompting urgent response efforts.
Perth teenager charged after allegedly throwing firecracker that sparked New Year’s Eve bushfire
A Perth teenager has been charged for allegedly throwing a firecracker that ignited a bushfire on New Year’s Eve, threatening homes and leading to power outages for over 2,000 properties.
WA bushfire downgraded while Queensland and NT brace for monsoonal rain and flooding
Australia is facing contrasting weather challenges with a downgraded bushfire in WA allowing evacuated residents to return home, while Queensland and the Northern Territory prepare for heavy monsoonal rains and potential flooding.
Homes threatened as bushfire rages south-east of Perth and storms hit Queensland and Northern Territory
A bushfire continues to pose a threat south-east of Perth, with residents advised to stay vigilant as storms impact Queensland and the Northern Territory on Boxing Day.