Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Australian Bushfire Probe Scrutinizes Communication Problems Phil Mercer SYDNEY - Claims that communication problems during Australia's deadly summer of bushfires left communities dangerously exposed are coming under scrutiny Tuesday when hearings resume at a Royal Commission. With just months before the start of the next wildfire season the nation's highest form of inquiry is looking at ways to make Australia more resilient and safer. .