Melbourne
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Urban regulation and diverse housing supply: an investigative panel
This research examines the barriers and challenges within the housing system for delivering housing supply that is more diverse, in terms of size and built form, tenure, development model and affordability level.
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Living locally: creating resilient 20-minute neighbourhoods in greenfield growth areas
This report draws on research and practical experience to understand the challenges and opportunities associated with achieving 20-minute neighbourhoods in new greenfield suburbs. The report outlines opportunities for collaborative approaches to create local environments that support ‘living locally’ and, with that, stronger social connections and community resilience. Recommendations: Start the design process with a focus...
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Commuting burden and housing affordability for low-income renters
This study investigated the impacts commuting costs have on accessing employment for low income workers who are renting their home.
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Economic impacts of COVID-19 on the City of Melbourne: final report
This report describes the forecast economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on both the City of Melbourne and Victoria, highlighting a range of response actions for the government in rebooting the Victorian economy.
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Food precincts investigations: Melbourne laneways and Brisbane’s West End
Describing a recent investigation of 49 fast food, café and restaurant businesses in Melbourne’s Degraves Street and Hardware Lane and Brisbane’s West End, this report outlines the recovery of $1,212,727 in unpaid wages to potentially vulnerable young workers such as university students.