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Through the heatwave haze, the hypocrisy of Australia’s fossil fuel policy shines bright | Clean Air

The Guardian - World NewsEN 1 min read 100% complete by Adam MortonJanuary 27, 2026 at 03:00 PM
Through the heatwave haze, the hypocrisy of Australia’s fossil fuel policy shines bright | Clean Air
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A recent heatwave severely impacted Melbourne and Adelaide, Australia, with Melbourne experiencing near-record high temperatures and Adelaide enduring its hottest night on record. Several Melbourne suburbs exceeded 45C on Tuesday, while Adelaide reached the same temperature on Monday. The Clean Air article highlights the increasing likelihood of such extreme heat events becoming commonplace in Australia. The article further suggests that this heatwave exposes the hypocrisy of Australia's current fossil fuel policies in the face of climate change. The author encourages readers to subscribe to the Clear Air Australia newsletter for further updates.

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