The community of Russell Island are in shock after a fire claimed the lives of a father and his five young boys over the weekend.

Today show reporter Andrea Crothers joined Laurel, Gary & Mark to share the update.

Detective Superintendent Andrew Massingham has been addressing the media and says an investigation centre has been set up and a crime scene has been declared at the house.

Hear more highlights from Laurel, Gary & Mark below!

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