‘We’ve got your back’: Australian PM visits bushfire-ravaged towns as 300 structures destroyed and 350,000 hectares burned

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Petra StockJanuary 11, 2026 at 03:57 AM

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Bushfires are raging across southeastern Australia, particularly in Victoria, after a severe heatwave. As of Sunday, a state of disaster remained in place across much of Victoria. Over 300 structures have been destroyed, and 350,000 hectares have been burned. Thousands of firefighters are battling the blazes, which are expected to continue for weeks. Australian authorities are assessing the damage, and the Prime Minister has visited affected towns, pledging support. Fifteen emergency warnings remain in place, and officials warn that the worst may still be to come.

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Australia

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