posted on 2022-03-28, 22:08authored byPeter John Davies
This thesis examines the management of urban water resources in Sydney from a local government perspective. It describes and evaluates the assumptions and practices underpinning various aspects of urban water policy, planning, engineering and environmental management from an applied, practical perspective. The research and case studies comprising this thesis centre on the Ku-ring-gai local government area in northern Sydney, Australia, where I have been the sustainability and planning manager for almost 10 years. These case studies detail projects I have initiated and led, and showcase the multidisciplinary approach advocated for in this thesis.
History
Table of Contents
Introduction -- A brief history of urban water management in Sydney -- Policy and legislative frameworks for the management of urban riparian environments -- Condition and health of urban waterways in northern Sydney -- Chemistry of urban streams: impact of the urban drainage network on stream health -- Case studies in stormwater use: harvesting, water recycling and water sensitive urban design -- Community understanding of water reuse and recycling -- Discussion -- Conclusion.
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Thesis by publication.
Awarding Institution
Macquarie University
Degree Type
Thesis PhD
Degree
Thesis (PhD), Macquarie University, Faculty of Science, Dept. of Environment and Geography
Department, Centre or School
Department of Environment and Geography
Year of Award
2011
Principal Supervisor
Mark Taylor
Additional Supervisor 1
Ian Wright
Rights
Copyright Peter John Davies 2011.
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