Sunrise

As Aussies turn up the heat this winter, fire risks rise. Nearly half of NSW homes lack working smoke alarms, and almost 50% of house fires happen in cooler months. Authorities are urging simple safety steps to save lives.

For more, Fire and Rescue NSW Superintendent Adam Dewberry joins.

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We want to get back to our top story this morning, that dangerous weather system smashing the East Coast of Australia.

For more, New South Wales SES Chief Superintendent Dallas Burnes and 7News Meteorologist Tony Auden join.

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Sunrise is joined by Housing Minister Clare O'Neil and Nationals Senate Leader Bridget McKenzie to discuss urgent calls for a national childcare watchdog after abuse charges against a staffer, the QUAD Summit in D.C., and WIN Network cutting Seven’s signal in parts of NSW and SA.

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Wild weather has battered the NSW coast overnight, with strong winds, heavy rain and wild surf causing flash flooding. Thousands have been forced to evacuate or shelter, as warnings remain in place along the coastline.

For more, Mayor of the Eurobodalla Shire Mathew Hatcher joins.

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Australia has officially banned three toxic 'forever' chemicals, starting today. Found in non-stick cookware, plastic containers, and waterproof fabrics, the chemicals must now be replaced in new products. Older stock can still be sold, but experts warn imported goods could remain a risk without tighter controls.

For more, Water Quality Expert from Sydney University Professor Stuart Khan joins.

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Authorities are warning of a dangerous weather system heading for NSW and SE Queensland, with winds up to 125km/h and heavy rain. The SES urges caution over flash flooding and storm damage.

For more, New South Wales SES Chief Superintendent Dallas Burnes joins.

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Sunrise is joined by Daily Telegraph journalist James Willis and founding director of Western Sydney Women Amanda Rose to discuss the US President's Kevin Rudd warning to Australia's PM, senior Australians' housing advice to young people, and new telco data showing parents still paying their kids' phone bills after they've moved out.

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A US pollster says Australia’s tariff exemption delay is personal, not policy. Brent Buchanan claims Donald Trump dislikes Ambassador Kevin Rudd and warns no deal will happen unless Rudd is replaced.

For more, international polling expert Brent Buchanan who worked on Donald Trump's 2016 campaign joins.

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Communities across the East Coast brace for flash flooding and damaging winds.

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Millions of Aussie families are hitting the road as the school holiday travel rush begins. Sydney Airport is bracing for record winter crowds, with 2.5 million passengers expected, including one million international arrivals.

For more, Leanne Geraghty from Sydney Airport joins.

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