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Survey shows smoke alarm crisis among non-English speaking Australians

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A local councillor on a mission to improve fire safety is not alone in his pursuit, with fire brigades across the country launching initiatives to teach non-English speakers - some of the most at-risk residents - about fire safety.


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By Claudia Farhart

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A local councillor on a mission to improve fire safety is not alone in his pursuit, with fire brigades across the country launching initiatives to teach non-English speakers - some of the most at-risk residents - about fire safety.



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