sydney

• What is the population of Sydney?

  1. 23 million
• In which state is Sydney located?

  New South Wales

  
• Why is housing in Sydney considered expensive?

  Due to a large number of migrants and poor transport infrastructure
• How does the density of housing in Sydney change as the city grows?

  Density increases as houses are replaced with apartment blocks
• Where is the CBD located in Sydney?

  In the central part of the city
• What is the relationship between house prices and density in the CBD?

  House prices are high and density is also high in the CBD
• Which area of Sydney has the highest house prices?

  The CBD and eastern Sydney
• What characterizes housing in Western Sydney?

  It has the lowest house prices and the highest density
• What percentage of Sydneysiders were born in another country in 2019?

  45%
• What are typical characteristics of Sydney residents compared to others in Australia?

  They have higher qualifications and incomes but pay more for housing
• What are the pull and push factors affecting migration to Sydney?


  Pull Factors:

  • Gaining employment and opportunities
  • Higher incomes
  • Cosmopolitan culture

  
  

  Push Factors:

  • Traffic congestion
  • High house prices and rents
  • Environmental pollution
  • Poor access to services
• What is the 'latte line' in Sydney?

  A hypothetical line indicating income and health disparities
• What is the main problem with congestion in Sydney?

  Urban sprawl leads to low-density suburbs and heavy car use
• What measures is Sydney taking to address traffic congestion?

  • Building motorways, often in tunnels
  • Constructing an orbital motorway
  • Developing a light rail network
  • Extending the heavy rail network
  • Building a new airport
  • Extending bus routes
• What is Sydney's redevelopment plan by 2030?

  • Divide into three cities: harbour, river, and parkland
  • Aim for residents to live within 30 minutes of work and services
  • Challenges include underdeveloped infrastructure in western Sydney
• Why is Sydney considered a global city?

  It has a large immigrant population and is a major financial center
• What is a limitation of Sydney as a global city?

  Its ICT infrastructure is sometimes poor
• What are the environmental issues faced by Sydney?

  • Water pollution in the harbour
  • Atmospheric pollution from traffic and bushfires
  • Droughts affecting water supply
• How does climate change affect Sydney's water supply?

  It causes droughts, decreasing rainfall and increasing evaporation
• What is the primary source of Sydney's water supply?

  Dams and reservoirs
• What measures does Sydney take to manage its water supply?

  Operates desalination plants and encourages water conservation
• What is the purpose of the desalination plant in Sydney?

  To turn seawater into fresh water
• What are the consequences of atmospheric pollution in Sydney?

  It causes respiratory health problems for residents
• What causes water pollution in Sydney's harbour?

  Urban surfaces and overflowing storm drains