Bio

Dr Gabrielle Kuiper is an urban planner with a background in science, sustainability and active transport.

Gabrielle Kuiper's contributions:

Sprawl: natural and democratic?

Robert Bruegmann’s drive-by analysis of urban sprawl leaves healthy, sustainable suburbs stranded on the curb, writes Gabrielle Kuiper.

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Snapshots of Integrated Transport and Land Use Planning in Canada

Gabrielle Kuiper showcases five inspiring examples which demonstrate how good urban planning can reduce car use and urban sprawl.

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Vancouverism — ideas for Australian cities?

Vancouver's approach to urban planning could point the way to more liveable cities in Australia, writes Gabrielle Kuiper

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Liveable cities and active transport

While Australian mythology resides in the bush, most Australian people live in cities. Decisions governments make about transport and urban planning therefore have a significant impact on people's lives and quality of life. For example, on average, Australians currently spend two hours a day in their cars. And in some parts of Australian cities, a greater percentage of household income is now spent on transport than on housing. This has negative consequences for social equity, health, urban amenity and the environment.
 

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