Meanwhile steel maker BlueScope rejects $13.2bn bid by Seven tycoon Kerry Stokes. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Adelaide – a high of 39C Canberra – a high of 38C Sydney – a high of 33C Darwin – a high of 32C Melbourne – a high of 31C Brisbane – a high of 29C Perth – a high of 28C Hobart – a high of 25C The NSW government says it has reduced funding uncertainty for domestic and sexual violence support, homelessness services and family programs, through an end to short-term contracts for the community services sector. We’re giving more security to local community organisations so they can focus on what they do best – supporting the children, families and communities who need them the most. Continue reading...
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Australia news live: Victorian firefighters warn of ‘catastrophic’ fire risk as south-east heatwave continues
Southeastern Australia is experiencing a heatwave, with Victorian firefighters warning of a "catastrophic" fire risk. Several cities are recording high temperatures, including Adelaide, Canberra, and Sydney.
Nick VisserThe Guardian - World NewsFiled 2026-01-07 · 22:55 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min
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Southeastern Australia is experiencing a heatwave, with Victorian firefighters warning of a "catastrophic" fire risk. Several cities are recording high temperatures, including Adelaide, Canberra, and Sydney. In business news, steel maker BlueScope has rejected a $13.2 billion takeover bid by Seven Group Holdings, led by Kerry Stokes. The New South Wales government announced it is ending short-term contracts for community service organizations that provide domestic violence, sexual assault, homelessness, and family support, aiming to provide more funding security. The change intends to allow these organizations to focus on supporting children, families, and communities in need.
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Adelaide is expected to reach a high of 39C.
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BlueScope rejects $13.2bn bid by Seven tycoon Kerry Stokes.
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NSW government says it has reduced funding uncertainty for domestic and sexual violence support.
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Victorian firefighters warn of ‘catastrophic’ fire risk as south-east heatwave continues.
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