Justine Longmore

Justine Longmore, ABC's lead rural reporter in Victoria, delves into the chaos surrounding the Bureau of Meteorology's $96 million website overhaul. She discusses the uproar from farmers about missing data and functionality, particularly during critical weather events. Justine reveals how changes to radar displays led to confusion, while essential fire danger information was alarmingly absent. The conversation examines whether the hefty price tag was justified and highlights the communication failures that increased user frustration.