This paper draws on studies of international practice, particularly in US cities comparable in density and level of car dependence to Australian cities. Major obstacles to transit-oriented development (TOD) and factors which lead to optimal developments are examined, as well as the its potential benefits.

Based on empirical research, this paper argues that urban planning and design can positively contribute to sustainable national economic health and work productivity by strengthening local knowledge resources and networks.

This paper deals with governance models for transit-oriented development (TOD). TOD is a concept of mixed-used, medium to higher density development around public transport that is gaining importance in Australia.

This paper discusses a framework used to develop measures of accessibility that take into consideration the travel behaviour of individuals in addition to other factors that are sensitive to transport and urban planning policies.

The key objective of this paper is to conduct an exploratory comparative assessment of transit oriented development (TOD) planning policies and implementation mechanisms in two metropolitan regions.