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Australia Faces 63 Climate Risks Amid Controversial Approvals

10/6/2025

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The National Climate Risk Assessment identifies 63 significant climate risks in Australia affecting health, economy, infrastructure.
The Albanese government approved the North West Shelf Extension until 2070.
Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) sought Scarborough judicial review for 878 million tonnes CO2; court upheld approval.
The health sector advances planetary health initiatives, with National Day of Action on October 6.

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The National Climate Risk Assessment identifies 63 significant climate risks in Australia affecting health, economy, infrastructure.
The Albanese government approved the North West Shelf Extension until 2070.
Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) sought Scarborough judicial review for 878 million tonnes CO2; court upheld approval.
The health sector advances planetary health initiatives, with National Day of Action on October 6.