MB Civic

Peter C in The Sydney Morning Herald …

Housing estates need to be replaced by small, multi-function villages. Think of the vitality of traditional European villages and small towns. Backyards can be shared rather than fenced. A neighbourhood can generate electricity, capture water and feed gardens. Sharing food surpluses is a great way to feel part of a neighbourhood and part of the earth. Local streets can become commons where children play safely among fruit trees. Primary schools have the potential to expand their role as community hubs by co-locating some essential everyday services nearby. Such an environment will make strip shops and parks viable again, and walking and cycling will be the normal form of transport. This fosters community connections, reduces environmental footprints and reduces how often and for how long we need to travel.

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