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The Joe Walker Podcast

Lucy Turnbull — Urbanism, YIMBYism, and Solutions to Australia's Housing Crisis (Bonus Live Episode)

May 30, 2024
Lucy Turnbull, urbanist and first female Lord Mayor of Sydney, discusses strategic city planning and housing crisis solutions. Topics include Sydney vs Melbourne urbanism, balanced development strategies, virtual reality for innovation, influential streets, and innovative housing solutions.
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  • Repurposing commercial buildings into residential spaces can help address Australia's housing crisis by providing denser, more affordable housing options.
  • Creating vibrant street scenes in urban areas like King Street in Newtown fosters social interactions, cultural diversity, and energetic urban environments for future city dynamics.

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Innovative Urban Solutions for Housing Crisis

Utilizing urban planning strategies to address Australia's housing crisis by repurposing commercial buildings into residential spaces, emphasizing the need for denser, more affordable housing options to revitalize cities and ensure spatial and social equity. Key focuses include technological advancements in modular housing as a cost-efficient and rapid construction solution.

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