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NEWS ABOUT: Victoria

Victoria stories: 3 news summaries

Australia
Grieves for
Sam the Koala

Rescued animal was symbol of strength after devastating wildfires

Aug 6, 09 5:20 AM CDT
(Newser) - The koala bear that became a symbol of hope after Australia's devastating wildfires earlier this year died before surgery today, the Melbourne Herald-Sun reports. Sam was saved by a firefighter who found her moving through the scorched landscape on badly burnt paws, and her image was broadcast around the world.... More »

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Australia • wildfires • Kevin Rudd • koala • Victoria • David Tree

 Aussie Arson Suspect Charged 

Suspect is being held in secret location for his protection

Feb 13, 09 3:12 AM CST
(Newser) - An Australian man has been charged with setting one of the hundreds of deadly brushfires that swept across the state of Victoria, killing up to 300 people and destroying entire towns. He was charged with lethal arson linked to 10 of the deaths, and with possessing child pornography, reports the... More »

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Australia • arrest • arson • Victoria • brushfires

 300 Feared Dead 
 in Australia Fires 

Task Force begins investigation

Feb 10, 09 2:11 AM CST
(Newser) - More than 300 people may have died in the devastating bushfires that have torched 850 square miles of southeast Australia, reports the Sydney Morning Herald. While the official death toll stands at 173, an official warned that number would rise “steeply” as rescuers discover more bodies. Several people are... More »

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Australia • Melbourne • wildfires • natural disaster • arson • deaths • Victoria • brush fires

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