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Our Re-set to localism
Localism now has its time. The pandemic has underscored its importance. My Neighbourhood Re-set provides an attainable way for residential propoerty developers to embrace this trend that it here to stay, without breaking the bank. Everybody wins.
Adding inter-generational colour to community
The privilege of being involved as a partner with the CRC Longevity funding bid has provides an opportunity to reflect upon the contribution that older people can make to the fabric of the new places in which My Neighbourhood works. Inter-generational community...
We are living longer. Let’s embrace the opportunity
My Neighbourhood is proud and humbled to be amongst the Essential Industry Partners for the CRC Longevity bid.
Small “circular” steps
A circular economy is based on the principles of designing out waste and pollution, keeping products and materials in use and regenerating natural systems. Seems like a fine approach to advocate if we are in any way serious about the future of our planet. In general,...
Beauty is sometimes only skin-deep
I have been interested to read of the societal insights that have emerged through this covid period. A frequent theme has been the fundamental human need for meaningful connection. "Community" is being re-defined...or rather, reverting to a more basic notion that...
The age of loneliness
At the core of Place-making is prevention and mitigation of social disconnection and loneliness. It's a heart-felt driver of the work I undertake via My Neighbourhood. Im really pleased to see ABC elevate this matter to front of mind, on Q & A , 9.35 pm AEST on...
Liveable Cities Webinar Series 2020
Notions of liveability that were previously deemed nebulous are now morphing into practical strategies to improve the lives of those who rely upon cities
Our “Sliding Doors moment” is upon us.
A mate of mine recently shared this article with me: " I read this and thought of you". Thanks James -this served to remind me that the stuff I have banged on about for years is now topical and resonating at a personal level. Moreover, it underscored that...
Piloting Community co-creation in growth area neighbourhoods
In recognition of the landmark commitment that Mirvac is making to authentic Community Development at its Victorian urban-fringe communities, I was recently asked to contribute a piece to the Victorian Planning and Environmental Law Association "Revue" e-magazine....
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