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In short:

Tasmania has a reputation as a refuge from the impacts of climate change, due to its sprawling wilderness areas and cool climate.

Couples like Anna Graham and Jack Taylor have moved to the state to escape the extreme heat and humidity of Queensland.

What's next?

The National Climate Risk Assessment has forecast key climate hazards for the state, including worsening heatwaves, drought and flooding.

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[โ€“] Almacca@aussie.zone 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I was going to downvote this, but I just watched Friendlyjordie's latest video about the current state of, um, the state, and holy shit you're right.

[โ€“] Taleya@aussie.zone 2 points 1 week ago

yeah they've been pretty open about it for the past couple years.