Police are appealing for information after a suspicious housefire in Newcastle last night.
Just before 6pm, emergency services were called to University Drive, Waratah West.
Police, along with Fire and Rescue attended and put out the blaze a short time later.
Three rooms at the front of the property were destroyed, and a large portion of the house was damaged by smoke.
There were no reports of injuries.
A crime scene was set up, and specialist police examined the scene.
As inquiries continue, police are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward.