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Australia's environment in 'shocking' decline, report finds [View all]
Source: BBC
Australia's environment in 'shocking' decline, report finds
By Tiffanie Turnbull
BBC News, Sydney
19 July 2022
Australia's environment is in a "shocking" state and faces further decline from amplifying threats, according to an anticipated report.
The survey of Australia's ecological systems - conducted every five years - found widespread abrupt changes.
These can be blamed on climate change, habitat loss, invasive species, pollution and mining, it said.
The threats are not being adequately managed - meaning they are on track to cause more problems.
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek called it a "shocking document", vowing to implement new policies and laws.
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Read more: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-62217390
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