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Devastating 228-hectare bushfire at Dumaresq Dam

March 7, 2026.

Mollie Matthews2 hours ago

More than 200 hectares of bushland has been scorched around Dumaresq Dam, in Armidale.

Fire crews gained an upper hand on the blaze today, but nearby residents remain concerned.

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Mollie Matthews2 hours ago

Mollie Matthews

Mollie Matthews is a reporter for NBN News, based in Tamworth. Mollie comes from Brisbane, where she reported for Nine Brisbane Afternoon News and Gold Coast News, and worked as a line-up producer for NBN News, before making the move to the country music capital. Mollie holds a double degree in Journalism and Arts, majoring in Political Science and English Literature.

Devastating 228-hectare bushfire at Dumaresq Dam

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Mollie Matthews

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