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Climate change in Australia, Global Warming Temperature rainfall wind speed solar evaporation sea surface temperature CSIRO Bereau of Meterology

South West Western Australia (SWWA) has not escaped and is acknowledged as a highly vulnerable region to the impacts of climate change. Its temperature is already 0.8°C higher than in 1910; however, the most notable impact is a 10 to 15 per cent reduction in rainfall since 1975, which has had a major impact on water supplies and industries such as agriculture.

Physical impacts and adaptation Scientists warn the expected impacts of climate change will include rising temperatures, sea level rise, changing rainfall patterns and increased storminess. Adaptation is the process of preparing for and adapting to the impact of these changes on our economy, environment, infrastructure and way of life, in order to minimise the risks and maximise the opportunities.

Climate change could have a number of potential impacts on Queensland's weather, including warmer temperatures, higher sea levels, changes in rainfall patterns, and increased storm and cyclone intensity.

A website to allow the running of web-based models of water quality, flow and sediment yield for NZ rivers.