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Can we redesign Melbourne from a concrete jungle to a heat-resistant refuge?

Can we redesign Melbourne from a concrete jungle to a heat-resistant refuge?

A recent study showed buildings have contributed to Melbourne’s maximum temperatures being four degrees higher than surrounding regions.

Matthew Sims
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55,000 left without power in 45-degree heatwave as Melbourne’s energy demands break records

55,000 left without power in 45-degree heatwave as Melbourne’s energy demands break records

Victoria’s households required double the average demand from the energy network last night.

Matthew Sims
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WATCH: How heat-resistant is Melbourne's public transport system?

WATCH: How heat-resistant is Melbourne's public transport system?

We spoke with The National Account's Archie Milligan about Melbourne’s public transport network – and how it can often be hostile in times of extreme heat.

Matthew Sims
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Victoria's second largest polluter is transport. What are we actually going to do about it?

Victoria's second largest polluter is transport. What are we actually going to do about it?

From weekly commutes to freight networks, the transport sector contributed more than a quarter of the state’s carbon emissions in 2023.

Matthew Sims
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Condemned to car dependence? Experts call for a climate-resilient public transport network instead of more roads

Condemned to car dependence? Experts call for a climate-resilient public transport network instead of more roads

As extreme heat conditions continue to worsen, how are Melbourne’s rail and tram systems making steps to prevent delays and health impacts?

Matthew Sims
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“A huge amount of work to be done”: How are workers in Melbourne’s east fighting for better working conditions during heatwaves?

“A huge amount of work to be done”: How are workers in Melbourne’s east fighting for better working conditions during heatwaves?

United Workers Union members have had to lose hours or be sent home early due to heat-related illnesses, with an uptick in reports over the past six years.

Matthew Sims
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Is human interaction re-writing the Superb Lyrebird’s song in Sherbrooke Forest?

Is human interaction re-writing the Superb Lyrebird’s song in Sherbrooke Forest?

Locals have reported the native birds mimicking swearing or non-natural sounds like chainsaws. Is human impact re-shaping how these special birds speak to each other?

Justine de Jonge
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“The climate situation is becoming everyone’s problem”: How eastern suburbs libraries are playing a part in climate resilience

“The climate situation is becoming everyone’s problem”: How eastern suburbs libraries are playing a part in climate resilience

As library organisations broaden their services and heatwaves become more common, the community hubs are beginning to plan ahead.

Matthew Sims
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“The rent you paid for being on Earth”: Meet the volunteers helping our communities recover from natural emergencies

“The rent you paid for being on Earth”: Meet the volunteers helping our communities recover from natural emergencies

While Victorian State Emergency Service data has shown recent growth in volunteer numbers, the need for new blood will peak in about three years as older members hang up their hat.

Matthew Sims
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“Another hurdle”: How will Yarra Ranges’ proposed erosion overlays impact the housing market?

“Another hurdle”: How will Yarra Ranges’ proposed erosion overlays impact the housing market?

“It cuts down the appetite to live in these high-risk areas."

Matthew Sims
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Whitehorse Council puts gas on the chopping block with $240,000 commitment

Whitehorse Council puts gas on the chopping block with $240,000 commitment

In 2023/24, the council emitted 19,182 tonnes of carbon dioxide, including from natural gas, electricity, and fleet fuel use.

Matthew Sims
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How will higher landslide or mudslide risk impact insurance policies across the Dandenong Ranges?

How will higher landslide or mudslide risk impact insurance policies across the Dandenong Ranges?

“The vast majority of policies would exclude subsidence or land movement.”

Matthew Sims