Evaluation of an alternative transport initiative in Perth, Western Australia, 2004

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Perth, Western Australia, has the highest proportion of per capita car ownership in Australia. Despite the various health, environmental and traffic-related benefits, the uptake of alternative forms of transport, such as public transport, walking, and cycling are low. This paper explores this issue.
Author(s):
A McManus,J Smith,J McManus,E MacDonald,M Williams
Publisher(s):
Australian Health Promotion Association
Reference #:
unknown
Date Published:
Dec-05
Copyright:
Publisher Email: unknown
Region:
Australia Location: Perth
Topics: 
Design and planning
Public Transport
Free tags: 
alternative transport options
reliance on cars
Taxonomy upgrade extras: 
--2.93 Passenger transport & walking
-2 Design

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