Australia news live: Victoria to close public land and campgrounds as state prepares for worst fire risk in six years

Meanwhile Bat Rescue South Australia reports a few hundred juvenile flying foxes lost to heat. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAdelaide – a high of 39CCanberra – a high of 38CSydney – a high of 33CDarwin – a high of 32CMelbourne – a high of 31CBrisbane – a high of 29CPerth – a high of 28CHobart – a high of 25CThe 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...