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Climate Change Threatens Victorias Infrastructure: A Wake-Up Call for Adaptation

A new report reveals that over $57 billion worth of Victorias infrastructure, including roads, rail, hospitals, and energy systems, are at risk from climate change by 2030. Bushfires, flooding, and extreme heat pose the biggest threats, with major highways and train lines, especially around Melbourne and regional areas, being particularly vulnerable. The human cost is already evident, with billions spent on relief and recovery from recent floods and bushfires. Infrastructure Victoria urges action, suggesting that every dollar spent on adaptation measures yields more than five dollars in avoided costs. Other countries are already investing in climate-resilient infrastructure, highlighting the urgent need for Victoria to do the same.

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