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Nader Naderpajouh, Associate Professor, Head of School of Project Management, University of Sydney

Australia urgently needs a national bushfire database. Here’s what it could look like

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A rapidly warming world means more frequent and intense bushfires. And in Australia, the strengthening El Niño could create the conditions for fierce fires this summer.

To protect our communities, Australia must take a proactive approach to bushfire preparedness, response and recovery. But this doesn’t just depend on firefighters or equipment. Reliable, accessible and consistent data is vital to keeping communities safe.

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