Sydney reaches 5 million people- on its way to 8 million
30 March 2017
Sydney having reached a population of 5 million can learn from cities of a similar size says, the Urban Taskforce.
Private sector innovation provides quality public outcomes for Martin Place Metro
17 March 2017
The unsolicited proposal for the development of the Martin Place metro station demonstrates the innovation that can come from the private sector, says the Urban Taskforce.
Sydney Metro forging ahead but urban renewal lags behind
11 January 2017
Planning approval of the Sydney Metro from Chatswood to Sydenham is great news, however there is a lack of certainty for development around the stations and areas around the rail corridor, says the Urban Taskforce.
Proposed levies in Metro Sydney Plan could increase housing costs
21 November 2016
The revised Metropolitan Strategy for Sydney along with the six District Plans contains a 10% levy proposal on new housing to fund affordable housing and this could increase the cost of all new housing, says the Urban Taskforce.
City Deal for Western Sydney will drive growth
21 October 2016
The City Deal announced by the Federal and State Governments for Western Sydney will be an excellent governance structure to drive growth in the region, says the Urban Taskforce.