Favourable short-term conditions kept Australia’s environmental scorecard high in 2024 – but long-term problems are worsening ...

The worst flooding in 50 years has turned parts of western Queensland into an inland sea, stranding communities and livestock ...

“There are no surprises we are still seeing very nasty conditions ... River catchments in Queensland are currently under a major flood warning. Picture: Sky News Australia “So that is record ...

In many parts of Australia, rainfall, soil water and river flows were well above average, there were fewer large bushfires, and vegetation continued to grow. Overall, conditions were above average ...