This work identifies and documents a suite of large-scale drivers of rainfall variability in the Australian region. The key driver in terms of broad influence and impact on rainfall is the ElNiño Southern Oscillation (ENSO). ENSO is related to rainfall over much of the continent at different times, particularly in the north and east with the regions of influence shifting with the seasons. The Indian Ocean Dipole (more)...
After the success of the 2008 awards, Land & Water Australia will continue its support of the prestigious annual Australian Museum Eureka Prizes in 2009, and is calling for nominations for the Water Research and Innovation Award.
Knowing El Nino: The influences of Climate Perception of Land Management Decisions in Western NSW and QLD detailed use, uptake and needs of seasonal climate forecasts (SCFs) and related products among sheep graziers in three regions of western Queensland and western NSW. Approximately 90 detailed interviews were conducted with graziers from Hillston, the Mitchell grass plains and Longreach. They examined how, when and why SCFs (more)...
