This is the first in a series of papers on transport network pricing from Infrastructure Victoria’s research program. The overall aim of this series is to examine the options, challenges and opportunities for transport network pricing in Victoria. This paper outlines the problems with the current approach to transport pricing in Victoria, and the benefits...

This inquiry considered the future role and contribution of regional capitals to Australia. The report consists of five chapters:(a) Chapter 1 sets out administrative matters;(b) Chapter 2 asks 'what is a 'regional capital?';(c) Chapter 3 provides an overview of regional capitals across Australia and assesses current trends, challenges and opportunities facing regional capitals;(d) Chapter 4...

Two of the Commission’s first tasks are to prepare draft District Plans for exhibition before the end of 2016 and review the initial regional plan - A Plan for Growing Sydney before the end of 2017. So that all of these plans work together, we aim to finalise the District Plans and updated Regional Plan...

There are many conversations about cities being undertaken at present, reflecting the recognition that cities are important for our social, environmental and economic future. However, the topics largely remain fragmented, often failing to address inter-related issues. This Issues Paper argues that the achievement of a good future for society necessitates a comprehensive perspective on desired...

The purpose of this paper is to outline a range of value capture approaches, and seek feedback on how the Australian Government could use its various policy and funding levers to stimulate the use of value capture in the development and delivery of transport infrastructure. The paper sets out evidence of the relationship between transport...