Perth Papers

 

A Continuous Pedestrian Network

Mayer Hillman

Summary: There is considerable evidence indicating that the wider public interest is better served when journeys are made on foot rather than by motorised means. For this reason, there is a strong case for re-ordering existing transport priorities in favour of pedestrians. ... More

A Summary of Walkers and Walking

John Seaton, Susan Wall

Summary: Many current survey methodologies fail to collect in-depth data relating to the walking components of multi-modal journeys. The aspects of the survey findings presented here are considered supportive of inclusion in all decision-making processes and by all decision makers in both providing for and encouraging increased walking.  ... More

Are Pedestrians Invisible in the Planning Process? Copenhagen as a Case Study.

Lars Gemzoe

Summary: Vehicular traffic is very visible in the planning process. One of the reasons is that there is always plenty of data on the problems of car traffic but what about the pedestrians and their needs?  ... More

Creating Supportive Environments for Physical Activity: Encouraging Walking in the 21st Century

Sue Dunn, Cheryl Wright, Robyn Cox, Rick Atkinson, Colin MacDougall

Summary: This paper presents the National Heart Foundation's Supportive Environments for Physical Activity project, which aims to increase environmental support and opportunities for people to lead physically active lives. Experience in establishing partnerships, particularly with local government, will be discussed. ... More

Stepping Out

Lucy Angley, Tina Watkins

Summary: Stepping Out is a community based program designed to encourage older persons to undertake regular walking, aiming to increase the number of persons achieving the health and social benefits associated with this activity.  ... More

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