Boy Dies in Cessnock House Fire

Jack Bajric, a 16-year-old boy with severe autism, tragically died in a house fire in Cessnock, NSW, after a pillow caught fire from an indoor heater while he was trying to stay warm. Despite the efforts of about 30 firefighters and emergency responders, Jack could not be revived at the scene. His nine-year-old sister Tylah managed to escape the flames with the help of a friend. The incident occurred around 10 PM on Sunday, with temperatures dropping to 3C at the time. Authorities have indicated that the home lacked working smoke alarms, and a crime scene has been established as they investigate the fire, which is not considered suspicious. The community has expressed deep sorrow and tributes for Jack, remembered as a 'happy, bubbly little soul.'