Police are continuing to investigate a fire which damaged Flint House at New Town last night. 

Fire Service Investigators have this morning determined the fire, which started in a bedroom, was deliberately lit. 

A 26-year-old man is in police custody assisting with enquiries. 

Anyone with information in relation to the fire is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers at crimestopperstas.com.au or on 1800 333 000. Information can be provided anonymously.