Oz Vitals

Posted by Rebecca Eggleston on August 15, 2008

Inspired by the work of CEOs for Cities and Joe Cortright on City Vitals, this report just released provides a check on the vital signs of Australia’s major cities.  Comparative Capitals compares how each of the cities are faring in attracting and keeping young, educated and creative workers; fostering innovation; and nurturing socially well-adjusted and liveable city environments.

Produced by Form along with Pricewaterhouse Coopers and the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the report points to some of the urgent challenges Australian cities face in a global context, yet paints a picture of optimism suggesting areas ripe with opportunity for competitive advantage.  Carol Coletta and other experts offer varied perspectives on the data and the issues for cities generally.  An interesting status check on cities in a different international context.