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Melbourne is facing significant population growth, prompting planners to project how the city will expand by 2101. The analysis compares a 'business as usual' sprawl model against a 'containment' model that focuses on increasing housing density in suburban centers.
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Urban density and sprawl are critical challenges for major cities managing rapid population growth and infrastructure demands.
We asked planners what Melbourne would look like if it went up or out by 2101. Explore our interactive tool of projections for the city’s future.
Maribyrnong Mayor Mohamed Semra at the derelict Forges site which is earmarked for redevelopment. Photograph by Chris Hopkins Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items.
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Share A A A Melbourne Assembly brings together the people, ideas and conversations shaping the future of our city. See all stories . Sunshine, Dandenong, Broadmeadows and Footscray would see the most significant change in housing density as Melbourne faces “crunch time” finding places to live for its burgeoning population.
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