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Heatwave alert: Queensland's urban sprawl under fire as temperatures soar
Queensland's urban sprawl is under scrutiny as temperatures soar and heatwaves become more frequent. Residents and experts are pushing for a redesign of suburbs to prioritize heat mitigation and livability.
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By Staff Reporter
News reporter · Updated 1 day ago
As the mercury rises, residents and experts are calling for a radical redesign of Queensland's urban landscape to mitigate the effects of heatwaves.
For Chris Kahler, a botanist from Townsville, the sweltering heat is a personal challenge he's tackled by modifying his home to stay cool without air conditioning.
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