Bushfire and the media
Bushfire and the role of the media
The media plays an important role in bushfire awareness and keeping our communities informed and safe with current information. Learn about the impact of media reporting on the community.
Bushfire information sources for media
Find key sources of accurate bushfire information for the media including the QFES website, Queensland Government Bushfire Website, how to understand bushfire warnings, Bureau of Meteorology, QLD Traffic, and local government disaster dashboards.
Current bushfire warnings and incidents
Refer to the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) website interactive map for current bushfire warnings and incidents.
QFES newsroom
Media representatives (official media only) - accredited journalists or media representatives can register with the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) via the QFES Newsroom for alerts and to be notified of media opportunities and press conferences.
Media enquiries
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) has a 24/7 media service for accredited journalists or media representatives.
Media on firegrounds
Firegrounds are a dangerous workplace where people may be burnt, sustain serious injury or even die. Refer to the advice and approval requirements of the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES).
Bushfire image gallery
The Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) Content Gallery includes collections of images and video footage from recent bushfire events with details of usage rights.