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Brisbane's Housing Crisis: Sprawl vs. Community Livability

7/31/2025

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Brisbane is grappling with a housing crisis fueled by sprawling suburbs, with planners cautioning against a looming "200-kilometre city." The conservative government's push to expand urban boundaries threatens the environment and promotes car reliance. While experts call for "missing middle" housing, local resistance raises alarms about the city's livability and community spirit.

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Brisbane is grappling with a housing crisis fueled by sprawling suburbs, with planners cautioning against a looming "200-kilometre city." The conservative government's push to expand urban boundaries threatens the environment and promotes car reliance. While experts call for "missing middle" housing, local resistance raises alarms about the city's livability and community spirit.