In a life threatening emergency dial Triple Zero (000)
Storm and Flood Assistance
The fire has been extinguished.
Quick work by fire crews prevented it from spreading beyond the area in the roof space immediately surrounding the flue of a chimney.
The home has sustained minor damage with the initial damage bill estimated to be several thousand dollars.
Fire crews have started to ventilate smoke from the property.
Three fire trucks, breathing apparatus support van and commander attended the incident.