Australia shooting live updates: New South Wales town in lockdown after 3 killed, gunman at large

Emergency services were called to the scene following reports of a shooting in the late afternoon.

Two women and one man have died, and another man has been taken to the hospital in a serious but stable condition, Reuters quoted police as saying.

"A police operation is currently underway at Lake Cargelligo," police said in a statement on social media.

"The public is urged to avoid the area, and local residents are urged to stay inside."