Bushfires are a common threat in Australia during the summer period. If you are in or near an affected area, stay safe and follow the advice of local authorities.
In the event of emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).
Details of affected areas, health services, preparedness information, and evacuation centres can be found at the following sites:
Australian Capital Territory:
ACT Emergency Services Agency
New South Wales:
New South Wales Rural Fire Service ,
New South Wales Government Emergency Management
Northern Territory:
NT Department of Environment and Natural Resource
Queensland:
Queensland Rural Fire Service ,
Queensland Fire & Emergency Services
South Australia:
South Australian County Fire Service
Victoria:
Vic Emergency
Western Australia:
Emergency WA
We recommend monitoring the media to keep up to date with local developments and to follow any instructions issued by the local authorities, including evacuation orders. Be aware that air quality in some areas is poor due to smoke.
The Australian Bureau of Meteorology website gives local weather and air quality predictions for a 7 day period. Visit the website of the NSW Government for current air quality reports and for health advice relating to specific air quality indexes.
Any New Zealanders requiring consular assistance should contact the nearest New Zealand Embassy or Consulate General. Details of New Zealand’s representation in Australia can be found on the Australia travel advisory.
We encourage all New Zealanders living and travelling offshore to register on SafeTravel. SafeTravel is the official registration facility for New Zealanders travelling or living overseas. If you register with us, we're able to relay important information and account for your safety and wellbeing as part of New Zealand's consular response to an overseas emergency.
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Reviewed:26 Feb 2020, 15:30
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