# Australia’s Coastal Crisis Looms | Brisbane News

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Podcast: [Brisbane News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/brisbane-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7581033)
Published: 2026-09-10T04:20:09+00:00
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Australia’s future is under threat as a new report reveals rising seas could flood over 267,000 homes and two million hectares of land, costing an estimated $855 billion. Western Australia faces the biggest economic hit by 2100, while Queensland and NSW lose the most properties. Based on University of Melbourne data and released just after the UN’s 1.5°C warning, the Climate Council’s “Rising Seas, Rising Bills” warns even peaking emissions by 2040 won’t stop $274 billion in property losses. The Gold Coast, most exposed urban area, risks losing 32,000 homes and $84 billion. Six hundred nineteen thousand hectares of farmland, parks, and critical infrastructure are at risk, with sea levels projected to rise at least 14cm by 2050—on the conservative side. Private insurance often excludes “actions of the sea,” leaving residents with massive bills. Experts urge ending new fossil fuel projects, slashing emissions, and smarter planning to avoid building in vulnerable zones. Farmers like one cane grower in NSW are already battling constant flooding, pumping out thousands of Olympic pools after rain, fearing what their grandchildren will inherit. This slow-moving crisis demands urgent action now. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3d537da1812d1d5c

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