The planning scandal uncovered by Victoria’s Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) in the City of Casey, one of Melbourne’s burgeoning suburban growth areas, is truly a slow motion...

Transitioning to a low carbon economy and regional economic growth are not opposite objectives. This article aims to reframe the debate from using regional economic development as a reason not to tran...

The planning system has an important role to play in adapting to the expected impacts of climate change. While some progress has been made, the lack of spatial understanding of the vulnerability of co...

Spatial data shows much of the Australian population is at risk of natural perils such as bushfires, floods, storms and tropical cyclones. Without pre-emptive action, these risks will continue to impa...

Australia's regions languish while Melbourne, Hobart and Adelaide boom according to a new report authored by SGS National Leader of Economic and Social Analysis Terry Rawnsley: Economic Performance of...

Hobart remains the least affordable city to rent in Australia while Newstart recipients and other low-income households are experiencing severe rental stress across Australia, the latest release of th...

Urban renewal governance arrangements in Australia need reform. The funder, purchaser and provider in urban renewal projects often have conflicting objectives, leaving the host community with a compro...