$150 million boost for national firefighting fleet

7News Just In · Nov 2, 2026 · 1m

The national firefighting fleet receives a $150 million boost from the Federal Government, funding five new aircraft to be deployed across Australia for the upcoming high-risk bushfire season. The enhanced fleet will operate during summer's expected dry and hot conditions, with capabilities extending to flood response, evacuations, and resupplying isolated communities during emergencies.

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