Australia news live: flash flooding hits Queensland roads; $57bn of Victoria infrastructure threatened by climate hazards
Summary
More than $57 billion worth of public infrastructure in Victoria, Australia, faces risk from extreme weather like bushfires, floods, and heat by 2030, with this risk expected to increase by 2070. The government is urged to improve and fund plans to make infrastructure stronger against climate hazards. Additionally, changes to private health insurance rebates for seniors aim to shift support based on income rather than age, with savings directed to aged care.Key Facts
- $57 billion of Victorian government-owned or regulated infrastructure is at risk from climate hazards by 2030.
- Bushfires, flooding, and heat are the main threats to Victoria’s infrastructure.
- By 2070, the value of infrastructure at risk could rise to over $71 billion.
- Transport, energy, and health assets are the most vulnerable to extreme weather.
- Experts say updating and funding climate adaptation plans can save money in the long run.
- Changes to private health insurance rebates will reduce subsidies for Australians over 65, shifting support from age-based to income-based.
- Savings from insurance rebate changes will be used to support aged care services.
- A proposal to restrict welfare payments to citizens aims to encourage permanent residents to become Australian citizens.
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