*May contain images of people who have passed* Landline looks at the west arnhem land fire abatement program. Scientists have come together with Indigenous land owners to burn early in the season to reduce bushfires later on as part of the Warddeken land management. By burning to prevent larger fires, they are earning carbon credits. A further side benefit has been the discovery and, in turn, preservation, of thousands of examples of precious aboriginal rock art in the region, which is about th

Park rangers set up feeding stations for endangered Leadbeater's possums following the Victorian black Saturday bushfires. They monitor the animals using night vision cameras, with heartening results.

Scientists observe fires on a small scale so they know what to do in a real bushfire. What three things drive bushfire behaviour? What does the hessian on the table represent? What does ‘topography’ mean? What kind of things fuel a fire? Do fires travel faster uphill or downhill? Why do dead leaves burn more quickly than green leaves? How does a fire break work?

Dr Rob heads out to the CSIRO's HQ to catch up with Fire Scientist Andrew Sullivan and learn all about how their amazing 'pyrotron' device is helping predict bushfires!

Why do long periods of time with no rain increase the risk of fire? Why are dead leaves so flammable? Why do lots of native plants in Australia burn so easily?

Many honey producers in eastern Australia have lost their livelihood due to 2019 2020 bushfires and drought. This may lead to a shortage of honey and price rises at the supermarket. What are some other negative effects of a decline in the bee population?

It is believed that burning coal, which generates electricity, contributes to climate change or 'global warming'. Why is a rise in sea levels a problem for islands like Tuvalu in the pacific? What can we do to reduce electricity usage? Emissions from car fumes are also a problem, how can we reduce pollution from cars and other petrol powered vehicles?

Tom Tilley interviews naturalist Sir David Attenborough about his enduring popularity, his views on climate change, plastic pollution, coral bleaching, coal mining and food security. Do you agree with his views? What are some ways to teach others about pollution on our planet? Do you think protesting is a good strategy? What are some other ways to let politicians know young people's views?

This clip highlights a few recent weather disasters that have been blamed in part on global warming. What are some man made products adding to green house gases? How can these be reduced?

The 2013 spring fires in NSW showed us that it's always good to get your bushfire plans ready early. We visit a school in a bush

Behind The News visits a NSW school to learn how they've prepared themselves for bushfire season.

The RSPCA and fire authorities are reminding people who live in areas typically affected by bushfires to remember their animals in their emergency plans. Here are some of the things pet owners should be preparing for.

Meet Ella who describes what it was like to have to evacuate from her house during a bushfire and what the effect of the fire was.

Behind The News reveals some of the things that cause bushfires and what authorities do to prevent and fight them.

Behind The News reveals how firefighters prepare for bushfire season in Australia, and meets some of the Country Fire Service cadets learning to fight fires. What kinds of things do the cadets learn how to do in preparation for when they are old enough to volunteer? How come floods can actually increase the risk of bushfire? What kinds of things can you do to prepare for bushfires around the home? What types of things would you like to save from your house if there was a fire?

See Country Fire Service cadets in training to become bushfire-fighting volunteers when they turn 16, including the drills they conduct, the risks they face, and what motivated them to sign up.

Are you ready for the next bushfire, earthquake or flood in your area? BTN reports on a Catalyst experiment to see how families react to cyclone and fire emergencies, and how they could be better prepared.