The Victorian Government is updating Victoria’s residential planning rules to boost the supply of good quality homes and improve our local streets. We are updating Victoria’s residential planning rules to make it faster and easier to build more liveable and sustainable medium density homes.

Learn how smart planning and design strategies are transforming waste into valuable resources for Australia’s sustainable urban future.

Smart cities in Australia are transforming urban life through technology-driven planning, enhancing family living with smart infrastructure, IoT-enabled homes, and sustainable initiatives. This shift improves transportation, safety, healthcare, and work-life balance while addressing challenges like data privacy and inclusivity. Case studies from Newcastle and Melbourne highlight successful smart city strategies. The future of urban living will see greater AI integration, renewable energy expansion, and community-driven innovation.

Explore actionable strategies for retrofitting historic Australian cities with smart planning, balancing heritage preservation, sustainability, and modern tech.

The Sunrise Children’s Home, School, and Community Masterplan in Kathmandu, Nepal, is a transformative project designed to house, educate, and support up to 80 children while empowering the local community. Combining child-friendly design, smart city principles, and sustainable urban planning, the masterplan creates a holistic environment for growth and learning. With residential facilities, educational spaces, and community training programs, it sets a new standard for inclusive development.