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What Europe can learn from Australia's 'Black Summer' wildfires

Australians share their hard-earned wildfire strategies with Europe, which is grappling with severe blazes. Effective preparation and hazard mitigation are crucial for managing such extreme fire scenarios. It is important to resist complacency, given the shifting weather patterns. Open dialogue with communities is essential during crisis situations. Addressing climate change…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Outskirts of Australian cities at risk of catastrophic fires on scale of deadly LA blazes, study finds

At least 6.9 million residents on Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Perth and Hobart fringes exposed as dry summer follows years of vegetation growth

The Guardian - AU · Jan 5

Australia’s bushfires were held at bay by five wet years — but experts warn the country is ‘ready to burn’

Blazes in NSW and Tasmania have already led to a firefighter losing his life and close to 40 homes being destroyed as an ominous fire season begins

The Guardian - AU · Dec 8, 2025

Climate catastrophe: mapping nation's disaster hotspots

Former emergency services chiefs say it is time to pump serious money into disaster preparedness as a map reveals Australia's disaster hotspots.

AAP · Jun 19, 2024

Bushfire survivors bring home renewable energy message

Survivors of bushfire say they want everyone to live in a home that is safe from extreme impacts of climate change, which demands a rapid rollout of renewables.

AAP · Feb 9, 2024

Australia is preparing to burn – more fossil fuels

Australia’s government struggles with climate contradictions as it commits to damaging fossil fuel projects.

Al Jazeera · Dec 13, 2023

Australia’s export of fossil fuels like selling drugs to ‘maintain’ lifestyle, former top fire chief says

Exclusive: Greg Mullins calls for fossil fuel subsidies to be torn up as he blasts Labor over ‘incomprehensible’ coalmine approvals

The Guardian - AU · Sep 5, 2023

NSW warned of bushfire dangers as dry El Niño looms after ‘prolific’ vegetation growth

Rural Fire Service warns residents to get ready for upcoming season and not be complacent after three wet years

The Guardian - AU · Jul 18, 2023

Bushfires warning as El Nino threat looms large

El Nino conditions will likely make 2024 the world's hottest year on record, leaving Australia in a precarious position in terms of bushfires.

AAP · Jul 3, 2023

Smoke in the air as Australia’s fire crews prepare for the return of El Niño

Climate change has lengthened fire seasons and limited chances for hazard reduction burns, leaving authorities racing the clock before risky weather hits

The Guardian - AU · Jun 10, 2023