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80% growth in population
Yarra’s population is forecast to grow by 80% to 2050, owing to the state government’s target of 44,000 additional dwellings by 2050, as part of Plan for Victoria. This is a big step up on our existing population of approximately 100,000 people. The year 2050 is only 25 years away; we are closer to 2050…
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Better parking for better places
The Committee for Sydney has released a barnstorming report that advocates for multiple reforms to on-street parking, aligning with asks from Streets Alive Yarra: The report points out that on-street parking often restricts the outcome that it was intended to deliver, namely access; and that cities need to be comprised of walkable neighbourhoods that are…
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Draft 30-year infrastructure strategy
Infrastructure Victoria have released Victoria’s draft 30-year infrastructure strategy for community consultation. It’s a 274 page report with 95 recommendations, covering: Confront long-term challenges Manage urban change Harness infrastructure for productivity and growth Develop regional Victoria Many of the 95 recommendations impact on the City of Yarra, and how we build a more beautiful, liveable…
