Could 'swarms' of giant cyborg cockroaches be the future of disaster sites care?
31 August, 2026Australian researchers have fitted cameras and miniature medical injectors to cyborg cockroaches to make them capable of administering supervised emergency care.
AI system seeks to prepare firefighters for megafire conditions
24 August, 2026Part of a five-year partnership between UNSW and Fire and Rescue NSW, the scenario-modelling system combines AI, immersive visualisation and advanced simulation.
Fire safety failures prompt $80K enforceable undertaking spend
02 April, 2026After failing to manage fire risks and breaching EPA Victoria permission conditions at three factories, an enforceable undertaking will see a recycling company pay $80,000.
Marioff IoT-enabled HI-FOG system
21 January, 2026 | Supplied by: MarioffThe Marioff IoT-enabled HI-FOG system is designed for high-pressure water mist fire protection systems and intended to enhance safety, improves system reliability and make fire protection more proactive.
Five ways to reduce fire risk of lithium-ion batteries in healthcare settings
05 December, 2025 | Supplied by: Brooks AustraliaThe use of lithium-ion batteries in health care will continue to grow as technology advances, but fire risk does not need to increase alongside it.
Portable fire protection equipment at any time, day or night
25 November, 2025 | Supplied by: Firex Distribution (Australia) Pty LtdAn Australian manufacturer and wholesaler of portable fire protection equipment has a network of 20 Click & Collect warehouses — 16 providing 24/7 access.
Smarterlite environmental exit signs
25 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Smarterlite Pty LtdSmarterlite environmental exit signs are designed to offer an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution that bolsters safety while reducing emissions and costs.
AI-driven early detection tool could help combat bushfires
24 March, 2025 | Supplied by: Dryad NetworksAn ultra-early wildfire detection company could help tackle bushfires in the region after setting up its first Australian office in NSW's Macquarie Park.
Drones boost firefighter safety after chemical emergency
06 February, 2025After a recycling plant in Sydney went up in flames, Fire and Rescue NSW utilised a fleet of specialist drones during its emergency response.
Using AI to predict and prevent fire hazards
28 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Brooks AustraliaAs fire safety technology continues to evolve, new solutions are redefining security across both domestic and industrial settings.
Protecting first responders from increased bushfire risk
28 October, 2024 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityDue to a changing climate, more frequent and severe bushfires are being experienced across Australia.
E2S Warning Signals H1 range of heat detectors
17 October, 2024 | Supplied by: Mechtric Pty LtdThe E2S Warning Signals H1 range of heat detectors are designed for hazardous areas.
The benefits of immersive firefighter training
15 July, 2024The state emergency services of Ukraine have faced significant and ongoing challenges in training its firefighters, due to a lack of resources.
Vic employers urged to manage the risks of working in heat
04 March, 2024WorkSafe Victoria has issued a reminder for employers to ensure their workers are protected from the risks of extreme heat and fire danger.
SWA releases bushfire planning resources for workplaces
05 February, 2024Safe Work Australia has released an information sheet to help PCBUs use the national fire danger rating and warning systems to assess the risks of bushfires in the workplace.
