Australia’s population boom threatens community ties as planners prioritise housing over human connection.
FO Take · Score 85
Australia’s housing crisis isn’t a planning failure, it’s a social one. We’re designing soulless dormitories, not vibrant communities. The obsession with "racking, packing, and stacking" people into sterile developments neglects the fundamental human need for genuine local bonds. Expect a generation of isolated urbanites, living side-by-side but utterly alone. Can a society truly thrive when its members are mere spatial coordinates?
The strongest counter
While density presents challenges, smart urban design can foster connection. Shared spaces, local events, and walkable neighbourhoods can strengthen community, not diminish it.
