SMART CITIES services with the help of technology .
“ A city can employ technology in many ways but if it doesn ’ t meet the needs of citizens , if it doesn ’ t help deliver the types of services or information people use every day - then it can become an expensive diversion rather than a productive investment .”
There are so many opportunities in Australian cities but congestion , poor access to jobs , housing affordability , and pollution all affect the quality of life for people who choose to live and work in them .
A smart city would make it easier
to get to work , housing would be more affordable and even rural areas would have access to everything the city can offer , without having to spend hours stuck in traffic .
The Australia Smart Cities plan says : “ To succeed in the 21st century economy our cities need to be productive and accessible , but they also need to be liveable with a clear focus on serving their citizens .
“ Great cities attract , retain and develop increasingly mobile talent and organisations , encouraging them to innovate , create jobs and support growth .”
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