Citation

Mees P. World Transp. Policy Pract. 1995; 1(1): 20-24.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1995, Eco-Logica)

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Abstract

Melbourne's extensive heavy- and light-rail networks are suffering declining usage as the city becomes increasingly car-dominated. This article discusses reasons for this trend and contrasts Melbourne with Canadian cities and Perth, Western Australia. The popular explanation for Melbourne's problems - the low density nature of post-war suburban development - is held to be a rationalization, rather than an explanation. The real cause is Government transport policies that reduce the attractiveness of public transport while expanding road capacity. (A) (Abstract from TRID)