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J.A.Grant+Associates is a unique
Melbourne based consultancy specialising in Walking – but
there is much more to walking than just walking!
Our basic approach is summarised as: “Efforts to improve
walkability include support for people who walk; or who have a
disability and are required to walk; or who use mobility aids (wheelchairs,
walking frames, shopping jeeps etc.); or who use prams or pushers
for children”.
However, walking is not only a means of transport. It is important
as both a means of improving individual health and is a major form
of recreation for people of all ages, regardless of their income
levels. Many people walk because it is an enjoyable way of using
public space.
Efforts to encourage and increase walking involve improving
the amenity of public space and making it easy and attractive
to those who need or want to walk.
For best practice pedestrian wayfinding mapping see www.visualvoice.com.au
John's talk on Walking – the Key to
Liveability is now available on eClassroom
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