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Interestingly, the data challenges the common narrative linking increased bushfire activity solely to climate change. For example, while some regions have experienced more fires, overall, other parts of Australia have seen a decrease. If global warming were the dominant driver, one would anticipate a surge in fire activity across all Australian landscapes. The apparent discrepancy suggests that other factors—such as land management practices, fire suppression policies, and climatic variability—also play substantial roles.