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The weather bureau has just declared an El Niño. What could this mean for Australia?

The weather bureau has just declared an El Niño. What could this mean for Australia?

Past El Niño events have coincided with some of the driest, hottest weather on record.

17.06.2026 10

The Conversation

Kimberley Reid

Why has this autumn been so hot and dry?

It’s been a very warm and dry autumn for much of southern Australia – and winter looks set to be similar.

11.05.2026 20

The Conversation

Kimberley Reid

Why the phrase “Super El Nino” makes Australian climate scientists roll their eyes

Media reports have suggested a “super” El Niño is looming. The problem is, these autumn forecasts are notoriously unreliable.

09.04.2026 30

The Conversation

Kimberley Reid

The floods and droughts devastating Australia are fingerprints of a warming planet

25.05.2025 30

The Guardian

Kimberley Reid