Stage One: Vulnerability assessment

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,

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