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Cyclone Fina: Emergency Warning for Northern WA

Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina, now a Category 4 system, is slamming into northern Western Australia. DFES issues an emergency warning for residents to take immediate shelter. Details inside.

Virgin Australia flight emergency return to Sydney

A Virgin Australia flight was forced to make an emergency return to Sydney Airport after experiencing two separate mid-air emergencies shortly after takeoff. Emergency services were on standby.

Aurelia's family races for millions for transplant

The family of Perth toddler Aurelia Patel is in a desperate race against time to raise millions for a life-saving heart and lung transplant overseas after Australian options were exhausted.

Cyclone Fina Intensifies, Targets NT Coast

Tropical Cyclone Fina intensifies to a Category 2 system, threatening a coastal crossing near Cobourg Peninsula. Darwin residents are urged to prepare for damaging winds and flash flooding this weekend.

Samsung Phone Fails Triple-0 Call, Person Dies

A person has died after an ageing Samsung phone failed to connect to Triple-0 on the TPG network. The incident prompts urgent warnings for users to update their devices and raises serious questions about Australia's emergency call system.

Wandi Bushfire: Watch and Act Issued

A bushfire emergency is unfolding in Wandi, Perth. DFES has issued a Watch and Act, urging residents to leave immediately. Lives and homes are under threat.

Bushfire shuts Brand Highway near Gingin

A fast-moving bushfire has closed Brand Highway north of Gingin. A Watch and Act warning is in place for parts of Moore River National Park. Residents urged to leave now.

Chemical spill blocks Captain Cook Highway

Hazardous chemical spill forces closure of Captain Cook Highway near Ellis Beach. Emergency crews contain substance as detours remain in place. Stay informed about road updates.

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