Unit 9.2 Questions

Knowledge

1

The development of the railway system in Sydney and and also the building of the Sydney harbour bridge enabled the city to expand to centres into the west like Liverpool and Parramatta

2

Many of the manufacturing and industrial activities are being replaced by new technology and information-based industries. This is affecting the employment structure of Sydney

3

a world city is a city that has been deemed to be an important node (or swelling) point in the global economic system. This is being proved by Sydney quickly becoming invaded by new technology and information-based industries

 

4

New land releases in the north-west and south-west are required. These are called greenfield locations. These sites will accomodate 30% of future growth. Many sites inside the city have also been targeted for urban renewal and urban redevelopment through urban consolidation.

5

A Metrapolitan Strategy names "City of Cities. A Plan for Sydney's Future"

6

The state government of NSW was responsible for this plan

7

-ensuring economic, social and environmental sustainability

-manage issues surrounding urban growth

- manage issues concerning declineWhat is a greenfield site? In what way is the development of these sites different to developing existing areas of the city?

8

A Greenfield site is a term used to describe undeveloped land in a city or rural area either used for agriculture, landscape design, or left to naturally evolve. This is different because completely new infrastructure must be built, whereas urban consolidation is using existing infrastructure.

9

70% of the future population growth in Sydney will be absorbed into the existing developed areas of Sydney, whereas 30% will be moved into the Greenfield sites.

10

Many council and community groups were consulted in the development in this strategy. This was important as it was neccessary to know what the views of the general population were

Skills

11

Refer to 9.8:

a

1994-1995

b

1989-1990

c

urban growth started to declined slowly

d

 the trend for urban development is expected to reverse, and quickly start to rise.

 

12

Refer to 9.10:

a

The population density of North Sydney and Sydney is a lot higher than that of Liverpool and Penrith. This would be because Liverpool and Penrith are relatively new areas to the city, newer than the centre of the city

b

The Sea

c

Urban housing would heighten the population density while residential housing would lessen the population densityApplication

13

Greenfield site:

location: North-West growth centre

main aspects :taking in the local government areas of Baulkham hills, Blacktown, The Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury and Penrith, 60 000 new homes will be developed. Strong community focus planned for this area. Planned to provide 99,000 new jobs.

Sydney Site:

location:East Darling Harbour

main aspects:

last remaining port at Darling Harbour is to be developed following a goverment decision to move the shipping to other port areas. The renewal of the site will feature an 11-hectare waterfront park.

 

Refer to the concept map above. Prepare a brief report on one of Sydney’s greenfields sites and one of Sydney’s sites for redevelopment. Include the location, main aspects of the development proposal and features of the final development.

What influence would housing type have on the population density of areas of the city?

What landuse has limited the north-, south- and westward expansion of Sydney?

Compare the population density of Sydney and North Sydney to Liverpool and Penrith. Account for the difference.

Compare the trends for Sydney’s dwelling supply from 2001–04 to the trends predicted for 2005–10.

Describe the trends in urban growth from 2001 to 2004.

During which year did greenfield developments account for the greatest percentage of growth?

During which year did greenfield developments account for the greatest number of dwellings?Name the groups that were consulted in the development of the Metropolitan Strategy. Why do you think community consultation was important in the process?

How will Sydney’s population growth be managed in terms of the provision of housing over the next 30 years?

What were the three broad aims of the plan?

What level of government was responsible for the development of the plan?

What plan was launched in December 2005?

List the developments and facilities that will be required to manage Sydney’s growth over the next 30 years.

What is a world city? What evidence suggests that Sydney is a world city?

What impact is globalisation having on the employment structure of Sydney?

Name two important developments that enabled the expansion of Sydney.