We are living in a time of rapid and unexpected change, where crises seem to multiply and intertwine – from the global pandemic to housing shortages and the ongoing impacts of climate change. This overwhelming convergence of issues is what experts call a ‘polycrisis,’ and it’s impacting the way we live, work, and plan for our future.

Once, urban planning provided a solution to such complex challenges, but now it receives criticism for stalling development – blamed for blocking housing supply while perpetuating environmental harms and enabling ongoing dispossession of Aboriginal land. Amid criticism, how can today’s planners reclaim the spirit of old and build inclusive, resilient communities that are equipped to thrive in the face of polycrisis?

Join Nicole Gurran for the Sir Patrick Abercrombie Lecture, as she explores practical solutions for making urban planning a powerful tool in shaping a brighter, more sustainable future.

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