Shifting whale migrations point to global warming

Surveys reveal the peak of the southern migration of humpback whales down the east Australian coast is now three weeks earlier than it was 21 years ago, and a warming Southern Ocean may be the reason.

US cuts threaten Australian environmental monitoring

Climate change has altered Australia’s environment and biodiversity over the last 25 years, and access to the systems used to gather data and observe environmental changes is now coming under threat.

An Australia-Pacific COP31?

The Federal Government has chosen Adelaide to host the 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) if Australia’s national bid is successful, creating a unique opportunity to drive a broader agenda for change and renewal.

Planning for weather disasters

Better planning for extreme weather in a changing climate means learning from Australia’s past mistakes and taking a tougher line on managing development.

Do the right things

A mixture of cost-effective actions can reduce the impact of bush fires, protect vital assets and ensure a safer future for communities on the frontlines of fire and climate change.

Water world

2024 was another year of record-breaking temperatures, driving the global water cycle to new climate extremes and contributing to ferocious floods and crippling droughts, according to a new report led by The Australian National University.

7 steps forward on climate change

News, by its very nature, tends to be bad, not least about climate change, but there were positive steps forward last year on every continent in the world.

Australia needs a climate agency

Scientists are calling for the urgent establishment of a national agency responsible for coordinating the science required to transform Australia’s response to climate change.

Pacific climate security

Promoting the importance of climate security for the South Pacific offers an opportunity to promote Australia’s broader regional strategy.

The security implications of climate change

Climate change poses a significant threat to Australia’s national security. Major concerns include damage to critical infrastructure, reduced capacities of the armed forces, regional political instability, and climate insecurity among some key allies.

Skiing downhill

Australia’s snow seasons are getting shorter, the nations’ snow cover is decreasing and Australian ski resorts may be forced to shut if the current level of climate change continues.

Walking the walk on climate talks

As COP29 approaches, Australia’s climate policy sits at a critical crossroads, with ambitious goals tempered by ongoing reliance on fossil fuels.