Bureau of Meteorology data reveals higher April temperatures in north Brisbane
Dr Christa Pudmenzky discusses north Brisbane's April climate. Plus, how do rising temperatures impact Brisbane's koalas?
According to the Bureau of Meteorology, north Brisbane's April temperatures are increasing.
The coldest day of the month sits around 23 degrees - almost two degrees warmer than it was 50 years ago.
This may not seem like much, but small changes in the climate can affect the health of our native wildlife.
Fast fact
Koalas are picky when it comes to their diet - only eating from specific types of eucalyptus trees.
Slight increases in temperature can impact these eucalypts' ability to produce healthy gum leaves, leaving koalas without the water and nutrients they need to thrive.
As a result, our furry friends may begin to look for food in new areas, making them vulnerable to predators and at risk when crossing roads
Voices from your community
Elena, 50-year Kedron resident, noticed changes in the climate.
"Summer seems to last longer and winter is starting later," she said.
"As a teenager, I would require a cardigan by February.
"Now, it's still extremely hot in April."
Community voices like Elena's tell us how residents and business owners in southeast Queensland feel about their local climate. If you would like to contribute your voice to our column, you can fill out our 5-minute survey here.
Want more information on how your climate is changing? Check out last week's article here.
Dr Christa Pudmenzky is a climate scientist at the University of Southern Queensland.
This column is part of a collaboration between the Monash Climate Change Communication Research Hub and News Corp to deliver hyperlocal weather and climate information.
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