Urban quality of life is the measure of satisfaction that people derive from living in a city and ranges across a variety of categories including geography, health, social sciences and more. However, quality of life is not based on one set ideal, but depends on the individual preference of the people, and typically incorporates the sense of security, prosperity, health, comfort, financial stability and other personal aspirations. (Urban Quality of Life) It has been assumed that quality of life…
The most enriching experiences in Sydney, I felt, were the pensive bits of alone time spent in commute. Whether it be walking, traveling by charter, or public transit, it seemed as if watching the the environment in an isolated metal space is a comparative observation. It gave me time to think about miscellaneous spaces in regards to our purposeful destination. I often jotted down sporadic thoughts in commute, and I thought it would be interesting to take a contextualized look at my thoughts in…
¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬English Assessment- Creative Writing. Tim Jones eyed at his leather-bound watch once more, he was late for his 7:05 train to Sydney Central station and mentally urged the elderly man who was his bus driver to stop being such a dawdling individual. It was of upmost important that he make it to the city on time today, he had a major business meeting with the other board members of his company and had therefore decided to adopt a smart looking business suit, with tan shoes and a deep blue…
Balgowlah Heights Summary Balgowlah Heights is a Northern Beaches Sydney suburb that wasn’t developed until the 1960s. It is conveniently located about 11 kilometres from Sydney’s central business district, making it perfect for commuting to the city without living in it. Access to the Manly fast ferry and Sydney public transport allows locals to get back and forth to work and to other suburbs. Because of the location of Balgowlah Heights, some of the residents live in homes that give them a…
quick transport to needed destinations. The introduction of the proposed ferry service extension will address existing congestion to bus services and help take pressure of them as they are heading out of balmain and across Anzac bridge towards the city. Light Rail Network Extension…
Melbourne Melbourne is one of the most beautiful cities in the world with a population of 4.8 million which is 19% of Australia’s population. Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia and is also the capital city of Victoria. Melbourne is also the most livable city in the world. BIBLIOGRAPHY https://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/history-of-melbourne-581#.Wqub4OQUnIU https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/melbourne-most-livable-city/index.html…
According to the City Of Sydney (2014), Hyde Park adopts tree policies. The event managed its sustainability practices in terms of power and water supply. As the event was small, temporary toilet stands were not set up. However, public toilets were available at Hyde Park. The…
Rodd Point Summary Rodd Point is an inner-west suburb of Sydney that sits about 9 kilometres from the CBD. Rodd Point is on the Parramatta River and sits on Iron Cove. Mostly a suburb of relaxation and recreation, the locals enjoy a peaceful and mellow lifestyle. Even though you are just minutes away from the City, Rodd Point makes you feel miles and miles away from all the hustle and bustle. Some people work in Sydney and live in Rodd Point for the tranquil setting. Rodd Park is a popular park…
Waterloo is Sydney’s mixed media inner city suburb because this is where industry and artsy and creative design elements merge into one fantastic space. Where it was once an overcrowded industrial suburb, the transition to creative art spaces has prompted a buzz all about Sydney and the neighbouring suburbs. Waterloo is a tech-savvy suburb that embraces creativity and diversity in a friendly, community-centric way. Most people find Waterloo to be wildly appealing, and here is why. Danks Street…
Parramatta Council plans to shine light on homelessness and overcrowding. In last Monday’s City of Parramatta meeting, the council declared unanimously to pass the motion of providing homeless and crowded dwelling services to the local area. During the meeting, Councillor Dr Patricia Prociv proposed a C, amendment to apply a homeless policy and implementation to the LGA (local government area). The councillor states, that there needs to be a focus on increasing affordable housing stock…