The bushfires on Tasmania's west coast have now burned nearly 95,000 hectares in hard-to-access terrain. Here's how that ...

Beware of damaged trees and power lines and take care when driving. * Listen to the ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice. * For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500.

Aussies in one state are being urged to keep cool as temperatures climb above 40C while other parts of the country battle ...

The Great Lake Hotel at Miena in the Central Highlands also reported snow as cooler temperatures descended on the state.

Bushfires continue in Tasmania Meanwhile ... h likely to continue in parts of the North West Coast, Western and Central Plateau districts from late Wednesday and continuing into Thursday morning.