sea level rise has slowed, page-30

gcad,

"the raw data should always be accessible" - I think the vast majority of scientists would agree on this. However Phil Jones of the UEA, Stephan Lewandowsky formerly (thank goodness) of UWA and other 'climate scientists' are unfortunately in the other camp. A quick google will obtain their views on the 'sharing' of data.

As for out BoM? Couple of articles here that a concerned scientist might like to peruse:

http://www.warwickhughes.com/blog/?p=1653

http://joannenova.com.au/2012/06/threat-of-anao-audit-means-australias-bom-throws-out-temperature-set-starts-again-gets-same-results/

Not a great look for the BoM, would be interested in your opinion