What the mapping shows for Triabunna

  • Part of Triabunna is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.

    3.5% of Triabunna is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)

  • 7.1% of Triabunna is mapped as subject to coastal erosion (coastal erosion hazard band mapped for the Tasmanian planning system)

Tasmanian Coastal Inundation Hazard Bands (20161201), State of Tasmania (Department of Premier and Cabinet), Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, retrieved 2026-10-23

This is a share of the suburb's land area from a published state dataset, not an assessment of any property. A ClimateNest report scores the individual address across eight hazards, with insurance and value projections to 2050.

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Is Triabunna, TAS Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Triabunna, Tasmania· UNKNOWN
Moderate climate risk — address-specificUpdated 19 Mar 2026

3.5% of Triabunna is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)

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Climate Safety Score

5.2

Moderate climate risk — address-specific

Key Facts

Climate Safety
Medium
Flood
Triabunna faces a moderate risk of flooding, primarily from heavy rainfall and storm surges. The risk is expected to increase due to climate change.
Bushfire
Triabunna has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase this risk.
Heat
Triabunna is experiencing an increase in the frequency and intensity of heatwaves. This trend is projected to worsen with climate change, impacting vulnerable populations.
Storm
Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
Postcode
7190

Climate Safety Analysis

Triabunna in Tasmania has an overall climate safety rating of Medium. This multi-hazard assessment combines flood, bushfire, heat, coastal, and storm risk data with climate projections to 2050 from CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology.

Key factors affecting Triabunna's climate safety include flood, coastal. Each hazard is assessed independently and combined for an overall picture. Australia has warmed by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with flow-on effects to fire weather, extreme rainfall, and heatwave frequency.

Climate safety for property in Triabunna is not uniform — it varies by address. Factors such as elevation, distance to waterways, proximity to bushland, and local drainage all influence actual risk at a specific property. Two nearby properties can have materially different risk profiles.

For a complete property-specific climate safety report for Triabunna including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.

ClimateNest assesses hazards at the address rather than the suburb, because exposure varies street by street within Triabunna. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandAdjacent to forested areas.
BAL OverlayCheck with Tasmania Fire Service for current bushfire overlays.
Nearest WaterwayProsser River
Flood ZoneAreas near the Prosser River are prone to flooding.
Avg January Max23.5 °C

Historical Events

2022
Moderate

Significant flooding event impacted Triabunna after heavy rainfall, causing road closures and property damage.

2019
Moderate

A prolonged heatwave impacted Triabunna, with temperatures exceeding 35°C for several days.

2018
Minor

A severe storm caused damage to coastal infrastructure and properties in Triabunna.

2016
Moderate

Heavy rainfall caused flooding in Triabunna, affecting homes and businesses near the Prosser River.

2013
Moderate

Bushfires impacted areas near Triabunna, causing property damage and evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Upgrade Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in infrastructure to protect against flooding, such as levees, drainage improvements, and flood-proofing of buildings.

Est. cost: High

Implement Coastal Protection Measures

Near-term

Protect coastal areas from erosion and inundation through measures such as seawalls, beach nourishment, and dune restoration.

Est. cost: High

Improve Bushfire Preparedness

Near-term

Reduce bushfire risk through vegetation management, fire breaks, and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop Heatwave Response Plans

Immediate

Implement measures to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, such as cooling centers, public awareness campaigns, and early warning systems.

Est. cost: Low

Enhance Emergency Management

Near-term

Strengthen emergency response capabilities to deal with climate-related disasters, including improved communication, evacuation plans, and resource allocation.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Glamorgan Spring Bay Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 19 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Triabunna safe from climate change?

No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Triabunna has an overall Medium climate risk rating. Understanding the specific hazards at your property address — not just the suburb average — provides the most reliable risk picture.

Which climate hazard poses the biggest risk in Triabunna?

The dominant hazard for Triabunna depends on geography and local environment. Proximity to waterways elevates flood risk, while proximity to bushland increases bushfire risk. ClimateNest's multi-hazard analysis identifies the highest-risk hazards for any specific address.

How does Triabunna compare to nearby suburbs for climate safety?

Nearby suburbs may have different climate risk profiles depending on elevation, vegetation cover, drainage patterns, and land use. ClimateNest allows comparison of climate safety scores across Tasmania suburbs.

Should I be concerned about buying property in Triabunna?

Climate risk should be one factor in your decision, alongside price, location, and amenity. An informed buyer understands the specific risks at a property address and factors insurance costs and climate projections into their assessment of long-term value.

What climate projections should I know for Triabunna?

Key projections for Tasmania from CSIRO include increased average temperatures, more frequent hot days, changes in rainfall seasonality, longer fire seasons, and potential increases in extreme rainfall intensity. These trends inform the long-term outlook for Triabunna.

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What A$49 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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