November seminar: Why 'density' is not a dirty word

It is predicted the majority of millennials will spend their adult lives living in apartments. In contrast, many of the older generations believe a family home needs a big backyard and don’t like the idea of apartment living. Evidence indicates that well-planned density can provide significant economic, social and environmental benefits to cities.

Nicki Hutley, Director and Chief Economist, Urbis, will look at the drivers of change in Australia’s cities such as affordability, the changing shape of our economy, access to employment, and the cost of infrastructure. She will discuss how density offers the solution to many of the challenges faced by our cities, and how some of the problems commonly associated with density can be avoided.

After the presentation Dy Currie, Director, Planning and Environment, City of Gold Coast will lead a panel discussion on the future direction of density with Nicki and the following guest speakers:

Cr Cameron Caldwell, Chair City Planning and Division 3 Councillor, City of Gold Coast

Matt Schneider, Director Gold Coast, Urbis

Nicki Hutley is a highly experienced economist in economic, financial market and public policy experience. Prior to joining Urbis in 2013, Nicki held senior positions with Access Economics and then KPMG.

Throughout her consulting career, Nicki has led large and complex economic projects and policy reviews across a wide range of issues, such as housing affordability, energy efficiency and social impact programs. She has worked for all levels of government across Australia and New Zealand, as well as for private and third sector clients.

In 2016, she was appointed as an expert adviser to the NSW Department of Industry on Economic Development issues.

Nicki has a keen interest in the role of infrastructure, technology and social and environmental policies in driving economic growth and shaping cities and communities. She is also a regular commentator in the media on economic and policy issues.

Details

Date: Thursday 2 November 2017

Presentation 4:30-5:15pm

Panel discussion: 5:15-5:45pm

Venue: Broadbeach Mall Stage

Victoria Avenue, Broadbeach

RSVP: oca@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

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