A warmer and drier climate, as predicted for the future, will impact the Region in different ways. Given that vulnerability is a function of exposure and capacity to adapt, hot spots for social, environmental and economic sensitivities were identified:
- Communities in regional town centres
- Primary industry across three Councils
- Industrial activity in one Council
- Ecosystems within half the Councils
Inundation is a significant risk across the entire coastline.
Climate Resilient Communities - Stages One to Three
Stage Two: Planning and action review