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Setting timber ceilings on fire in the name safety and research

Original report: ABC Queensland · 12 November 2026 at 5:39 am (Brisbane time)

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What we know so far

ABC Queensland reports on "Setting timber ceilings on fire in the name safety and research". Its published summary states: Queensland researchers are observing how fire spreads through ceiling compartments to aid the development of safer timber buildings.. For the complete account and further updates, see the original reporting linked below.

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