Fires: episode guide

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Episode 1

Sun, September 26, 2021 (ABC)
354,000 viewers (14th)
Writer: Belinda Chayko
Director: Michael Rymer

Heartbreak, loss, heroism, humanity and community. Inspired by true events, Fires tells the story of everyday Australians at the front line of the devastating fires of the 2019-2020 Australian summer.

Lighting strikes and starts what is to become a long, hot and treacherous summer for young volunteer firefighters Tash and Mott.

Cast (in order of appearance):

  • Eliza Scanlen as Natasha 'Tash' Jasic
  • Hunter Page-Lochard as Mott Mills
  • Kaden Hartcher as Clint Basara
  • Anthony Sharpe as Brendan Dodds
  • Helen Thomson as Yvonne Weber
  • Kym Lynch as Gerry Whelan
  • Bianca Bruce as Jackie Dalisay
  • Russell Dykstra as David Jasic
  • Josephine Blazier as Tahlia Jasic
  • Zac Newling as Zane
  • Shareena Clanton as Aunty Rosie
  • Leila Gurruwiwi as Aunty Sharon
  • Alara-Reha Martin as Jess
  • Morgan Saunders as Kirina
  • Houston Saunders as Benny
  • Sotiris Tzelios as Firefighter Craig

Voice Overs:

  • Jamie Mackenzie as Firecom
  • Daniel Kanigowski as Bligh
  • Dawn M Hartog as Gwynne
  • James Cini as Helilak
  • Ryan O'Connor as Scottsville
  • Paul Roberts as Wyem
  • Celeste Mitsiou as TV News Report
  • James Padley as Radio Reporter

Stunt Actors & Doubles:

  • Carla Mcleish
  • Rian Goodage
  • Craig Brookshaw
  • Paul Reid
  • Wayne Cartwright
  • Paul Rochford
  • Bethanie Holdsworth
  • James Ao