Melbourne’s rapidly expanding urban fringe megacities, such as Wyndham and Melton, are grappling with significant infrastructure and affordability issues. While these areas offer cheaper housing, residents face long commutes, inadequate public transport, and a lack of essential services like schools and healthcare. The population boom has outpaced infrastructure development, leaving communities underserved. Rising living costs and mortgage stress further exacerbate the problem, as many households struggle to make ends meet. Urban planners warn that without urgent investment in infrastructure and smarter growth strategies, these regions risk becoming unsustainable. The situation highlights the need for balanced urban development to ensure livability and affordability in Melbourne’s expanding suburbs.
(By Ziqi Qin)
(Ref:https://www.news.com.au/finance/economy/australian-economy/inescapable-problem-with-melbournes-megacities-on-urban-fringe/news-story/4b422c8545adb760297dca32bdae1f02)
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