Cities Urban - Research Agenda 8pp - Designs FINAL - Flipbook - Page 2
Community
and Place
Population
Australia is a highly urbanised nation. Until recently, population
growth driven by immigration has been concentrated in
the major cities, notably Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.
Australian cities are also shaped by demographic changes,
such as the ageing of the population and substantial decline
in household formation rates and average household size.
Managing varying population dynamics across cities situates
urban policies between Federal, state and local governments.
Research directions:
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How will changes in immigration levels and programs
impact cities, including labour and housing markets and
urban development?
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What are the long-term population trajectories for rural,
regional and urban Australia, and how might a national
framework be implemented?
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How can Australian cities become more inclusive and
provide access to amenities and services for a changing
demographic, particularly the elderly and children?
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How can urban policies support population health?
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NATIONAL CITIES RESEARCH PROGRAM STRATEGIC AGENDA
Urban policies reference varying spatial scales including
streetscapes, neighbourhoods, precincts, central business
districts, and the greater metropolitan areas of capital cities.
Place-based urban policy objectives recognise that liveability,
community participation, green space, accessible services and
amenities and walkability contribute to people’s health and
wellbeing. Community participation and engagement in placemaking is fundamental to urban policies that create successful
places.
Research directions:
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How can urban form, built environment and social
infrastructure support wellbeing and social inclusion?
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How is liveability delivered and enhanced in different
urban settings?
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How do place-based approaches address spatial inequality
and what are their effects on housing affordability and
community outcomes?
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What is the role of community engagement in shaping
urban development, evaluating outcomes and
implementing strategies?