Man charged over woman burnt in front yard

She was flown to The Alfred hospital with upper body injuries where she remained in a critical condition on Thursday morning.

Police announced late on Wednesday they had charged a 43-year-old Werribee South man with attempted murder, along with intentionally and recklessly causing serious injury, and conduct endangering life.

The man was remanded in custody to appear at Melbourne Magistrates Court on Thursday.

Another 45-year-old Werribee South woman who spoke to police was released pending further inquiries.

Police urged anyone with information to contact them.