Manifestations of climate change over the past two years in Australia alone have included flooding, bushfires, droughts, rising temperatures and other severe weather events.1 The magnitude of some of these events has been immense, measured on intensity, size, damage, cost and also Loss of life. Australia's changing climate represents significant risks and challenges for communities, governments, businesses and industry, particularly in the context of ensuring safe workplaces and systems of work, writes MAXINE FELETTI, Partner at Sparke Helmore Lawyers.
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