This research synthesis provides policy-makers and practitioners with an understanding of the building blocks for effective adaptation decision-making, as evidenced through the NCCARF research program. It synthesised a portfolio of adaptation research for each Australian state and territory and addressing the complex relationships between research and policy development. Each state and territory synthesis report directs users to research relevant identified priorities.

Authored by Jan McDonald, John Harkin, Andrew Harwood, Alistair Hobday, Anna Lyth, and Holger Meinke.