A landmark climate case brought by traditional owners from the Torres Strait Islands has failed.
The Federal Court has found the Commonwealth does not owe them a duty of care when it comes to cutting emissions.
The ruling brings a four year battle to a close.
But as Kirstie Wellauer reports, the community says it won’t give up the fight.
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