OBJECTIVE SUMMARY CLIMATE RESILIENCE Resilient cities not only aim to adapt to future risks but aim to prosper in the face of adversity. For Northcote to prosper and flourish in the future, strategic objectives and actions must be taken to ensure this progressive and vibrant suburb is prepared for the impeding threats of climate change.
THE COLLECTIVE The Melbourne Resilient Strategy outlines that the strengths of our “diverse communities” “are stronger together” (2016) when faced with the challenges of the future. Northcote is built upon established community and thus, by creating a vision that focuses on the power of the collective, Northcote can take advantage of existing inclusive community.
OUR OBJECTIVES This vision is built on the 4 themes of connected, green, climate ready, and inclusive. All harbouring specific needs from different urban elements, empowering Northcote, to adapt and thrive. These themes a the key catalyst for 7 strategic objective that target all key areas of enforcing a climate resilient Northcote. These objectives are: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7)
Enhance multimodal transport Create a place that is pedestrian friendly Promote sustainable built form Prioritise a green suburb Future proof Northcote to flooding Create opportunities for community interaction Ensure the inclusion of social minorities
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