Map of Rain Changes
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This map from the Bureau of Meteorology shows stark climate change in
Australia since 1970, with greatly reduced rainfall in the east of
Australia.
The map shows how much rainfall has been lost or gained in each area (average per decade.)
Dark Brown = Lost 50mm per decade (average)
Dark Blue = Gained 50mm per decade (average)
TREND IN ANNUAL TOTAL RAINFALL
Map Data 1970-2008. Issued 7 Jan 2009
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ORIGINAL WEB SOURCE - Bureau of Meteorology
Climate Change Home - Bureau of Meteorology
For further commentary on weather patterns and agriculture
refer to AG POLICY webpage here on Foodwater.org.au
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