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Hobart fire came within metres of homes

A fire has come within metres of homes in Hobart's south as crews worked to contain the blaze using water-bombing aircraft and tankers.

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Firefighters warn the blaze burning vegetation in Hobart's south is difficult to keep under control.

Two trapped on burning Greek ferry

Around 280 people have been rescued from a burning ferry in Greece.

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More than 280 people have been evacuated from a burning ferry in northwest Greece.

Body found after Queensland shed fire

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Police found a body in the ruins of a burnt shed and are trying to work out what caused the blaze.

Red Cross expanding bushfire recovery work

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Red Cross says events that build social cohesion are vital for a community to recover from disaster.

Murder charge after Gold Coast house fire

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A suspicious house fire on the northern Gold Coast has left a man dead and another in hospital.

Tasmanian pilot dies in horror helicopter crash fighting bushfires

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The Labrina blaze has burned through more than 1500 hectares.