Sydney

Funding Remains Uncertain for Sydney's 'Grand Project'

27 March 2008 - 8:00am
Sydney Morning Herald

A major plan to improve Sydney's walkability, urban design and public transit system have been applauded throughout the city. The only problem is figuring out how to pay for it.

Locals Apprehensively Excited About Sydney's Big Transit Plans

24 March 2008 - 7:00am
Sydney Morning Herald

A recently announced $12.5 billion metropolitan rail system plan for Sydney has many in the region excited about finally getting a good mass transit system. But they are also wary, as many other proposals promising similar services were never kept.

Is a Sprawling Future on Tap for Melbourne?

7 March 2008 - 6:00am
The Age

The city of Melbourne, Australia, is on track to surpass Sydney as the country's most populated. But the expected population growth may push the city into a sprawling and unsustainable future.

One in Five Want Out of Sydney

4 March 2008 - 9:00am
The Sydney Morning Herald

According to a recent poll, one out of every five people in Syndey, Australia, is considering moving out of town. Many city high costs and a loss of job opportunities in the city.