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Understanding Australia’s precious water resources and unique climate
There are many different climate zones across Australia, classified by variations in temperature and humidity, vegetation, and seasonal rainfall. Water is precious in Australia, with fragile ...
Climate Council: Australia’s most uninsurable areas, more than 2 million properties face raised costs
Millions of Aussie properties are facing an insurance nightmare with new analysis showing they are at growing risk of natural disasters ranging from bushfires to floods and cyclones.
VIDEO: Data reveals homes and businesses at risk from climate change
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Under a Coalition government, the fate of Australia’s central climate policy hangs in the balance
Both major parties agree Australia must reach net-zero emissions. That’s why winding back the safeguard mechanism would be reckless policy.
Hosting the UN climate summit is far from ‘madness’ – here’s how Australia stands to benefit
Peter Dutton says co-hosting the 2026 UN climate summit is ‘madness’. But Australia would be mad to miss out on the benefits, including investment in renewables.
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Peter Dutton's climate policy backslide threatens Australia's clout in the Pacific — right when we need it most
Australia's relationship with its regional neighbours could be in doubt under a Coalition government after two Pacific leaders challenged Opposition Leader Peter Dutton over his weak climate stance.