PPT is non-profit group focused on improving public transport in South Australia, with a focus on the Adelaide Metropolitan Area. Public transport is not just a means of efficient movement of people but also a key part in the improvement of urban design and in the quality of life of all citizens.
PPT participates in Government consultations on issues of public transport, road safety, strategic planning and development of urban areas, and sustainable living.
Annual General Meeting - 2011:
Tim Warren from the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure will speak on the electrification of our public transport. ( brief biography here )
Date:- Monday 28 November 2011,
Time:- 7:30 pm
Place:- Disability Access & Resource Centre, 195 Gilles Street, Adelaide
Bowden Transit Oriented Development:
Information on the Bowden TOD can be found at www.lifemoreinteresting.com.au/lmi/index.html The site so far is mostly advertising fluff but the documents below contain the actual detail of what may be expected. You can get them at the downloads section of the LMI site or directly from below.
Bowden_Stage_1_First_Release.pdf (4 pages)
Bowden_Urban_Design_Guidelines.pdf (84 pages)
Gawler Line Upgrade:
Timetable & Substitute Buses Information
Track Infrastructure Works & News
Transport Visions for 2031:
These documents outline some of the strategic thinking that is going into improving public transport in the city of Perth and in the South East Queensland region. Consider them in comparison to the issues we face in Adelaide.
“Connecting SEQ 2031” (pdf, 2.4 Mb) -- More information and original source at: www.connectingseq.qld.gov.au/
"Public Transport for Perth in 2031" (pdf, 8 Mb) -- More information and original source at: www.transport.wa.gov.au/23281.asp
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Introducing Streetfilms
"Streetfilms produces short films showing how smart transportation design and policy can result in better places to live, work and play."
"Founded in 2006, Streetfilms has become the go-to organization for educational films about sustainable transportation, and inspires action and behavioral change worldwide. Individuals, public agencies, non-profit organizations, schools, and transportation advocacy groups use Streetfilms to educate decision makers and make change for livable streets in their communities."
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