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Sydney just shattered its winter temperature record with an average of 15.3°C — the warmest ever recorded — and it’s not alone: NSW, Victoria, and Tasmania all endured their hottest winters on file. Melbourne tied its own record at 12.2°C, while Canberra saw its warmest winter maxes. Across the nation, most regions are now in their top ten warmest winters since 1910. Scientists blame high-pressure systems funneling tropical warmth down from the Tasman Sea, a developing El Niño, and the overarching trend of global warming — which has already pushed global temps to record highs. The Bureau forecasts above-average heat to persist through spring, with hotter days and nights likely as El Niño strengthens into summer. While cozy for some, this warmth is wreaking havoc on ecosystems that depend on cooler seasons and decimating snow-dependent tourism — a stark reminder that climate shifts aren’t just numbers; they’re reshaping our world.

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