The topic of discussion stems from the recent Victoria’s Parliament decision in expanding Melbourne by another 43,600 ha. In this discussion we hope to answer some important questions about the future of Melbourne. “How does this measure impact on social and ecological sustainability”, “Is this really the answer to housing affordability” and “What does this mean for Melbourne?”

Join us as we explore this topic with a number of leading experts:

• Paul Mees, lecturer at RMIT Global Studies, Science & Social Planning focusing on transportation.

• Stuart Worn, executive officer of Planning Institute of Australia

• Dianne Moy, Project Coordinator, VEIL (Victorian Eco-Innovation Lab)

• Ian Woods, president of Save our Suburbs

• Kate Shaw, ARC Research Fellow, University of Melbourne

• Tony De Domenico, executive director of Urban Development Institute of Australia

• Carolyn Whitzman, associate professor in Urban Planning, University of Melbourne

• Maree McPherson, CEO of Victorian Local Governance Association

The discussion will be chaired by Ian Woodcock, ARC research fellow, University of Melbourne.

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