Our 'tree-change' and 'sea-change' dreams are under threat as scientists warn about building homes in 'risky areas' Posted TueTuesday 23 updated WedWednesday 24 FebFebruary 2021 at 1:55pm Lifestyle zonings on city fringes will need to be removed due to bushfire risk, researchers say. ( Share Print text only Cancel In the aftermath of out-of-control bushfires once again devastating parts of Australia, this time in the west, researchers say we cannot continue rebuilding in "at risk" areas. Key points: Researchers say we need to build climate-resilient communities as we recover from natural disasters Industry experts say people may be left with worthless properties in a few decades' time if we don't act now