A two year baseline does not accurately represent variation in the Territory. How will SREBA account for longer-term changes

In addition to the current field studies, the SREBA research teams are developing their understanding of long-term variation by collating recent and historical records and building on previous research. Most study teams and organisations have worked extensively in the region for many years and have an understanding of the historical context.

Important information about the extent of longer term variation can also be gained from, for example, the analysis of several decades of satellite imagery.

The SREBA will also be important in providing sufficient baseline to design powerful ongoing monitoring programs that can further document and account for long-term variation.