Case Study: International Experiences and Implications for Australia

As humans we try new things, learn what works and what doesn’t and develop. Our human intellect gives us the capacity to reason and learn from the mistakes of history so we don’t habitually make the same mistakes into the future. Conversely our also allows us to predict and recognise what works so that we may further explore what we believe will deliver the best outcomes. It is that that this blogger believes the topic ‘International Experiences and Implications for Australia’ is imperative for buddying young planners such as those currently studying UC as well as experienced planners- you can never stop learning right?  

Some Lessons from Europe:

- Densification, Sustainability and sound public transport uptake work simultaneously.

- Mixed used development: sustainable for local business as residents. Invigorates communities.

- Rapid development: without supporting road and public infrastructure will lead to congestion issues.

- Public Bike Rental Schemes- work well in cities with 1) Rideable spaces, 2) Multiple pick up/drop off points and 3) Supporting population.

Density: Paris Apartments that contribute to public transport efficacy, uptake and viability.

Some lessons from Phnom-Penh:

- Lax transport legislation and enforcement will lead to chaos.

- High value in traffic flow modelling and redirection.  

Phnom-Penh: Unruly Traffic divides street.

Pictures Obtained from:

http://hailtothechic.wordpress.com/2010/03/22/cheap-chic-or-how-to-eat-paris-for-under-e150/
http://blog.travelpod.com/travel-photo/mcmactravels/1/1254935277/traffic-in-phnom-penh-1.jpg/tpod.html