The 2020 pandemic demonstrated the value of local community, wellbeing and connection. People saw the places they had taken for granted in a new light. The years that followed prompted a shift in the design and use of public space.
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by Debbie Leeson-Rabie
This research topic was selected as Local Governments, particularly in Victoria, are entering an era of financial constraints coupled with high community expectations. Therefore, it is increasingly important to identify continuous improvement opportunities to enhance the efficiency of infrastructure maintenance. This is particularly relevant with ageing infrastructure and limited funding available for continued asset investment for renewal.