Cities are complex and dynamic social-ecological systems; both human and ecological systems are in mutual interaction. As a social-ecological system, a city’s form and structure can change over time. The transcendence and durability of cities is in fact due to their continuous change. Major transformations are often viewed as technological or socio-technological transitions, such as...

There is increasing Australian and international interest in planning for health and liveability. This paper assesses the possibility of neighbourhoods that are a 20 minute walk, bike ride or public transport ride from services and jobs in the outer suburbs.