Current Affairs: firefighters getting upper hand for fire near Newcastle Airport

An emergency warning for a fire burning near the Newcastle Airport has been downgraded to a watch and act, with crews finally getting the upper hand. Meanwhile, Commuters in Sydney could face delays traveling to and from work on Monday with close to 40 peak hour services canceled as staffing issues continue to plague Sydney trains. Ivan and Selina report.

Residents on the NSW south coast have been told it was too late to leave as an out-of-control fire takes hold. Pictured is a file photo. Source: Media Response Newcastle