site, situation and urban morphology of Perth Flashcards
why was perth choosen for settlement
Perth was chosen as a settlement site due to its strategic advantages compared to other locations in the region.
what was Lieutenant James Stirling role in the development of perth
Lieutenant James Stirling, with the help of botanist Charles Fraser, explored the area in 1827 to find a location that would offer protection against potential French colonization of the west coast of Australia.
Stirling, with a military background, strategically selected the main settlement site based on criteria that provided the best protection from foreign military attacks, access to fresh water, and proximity to inland areas suitable for agriculture.
why were other chooses for the location of the settlement not chosen
While considering other locations like Albany and Cockburn Sound, Perth stood out due to its access to fresh water at the base of Mount Eliza, protection from potential attacks by being located 17 kilometers upstream in the winding Swan River, and its well-drained sand ridge positioning.
what did settlement in Perth pave the way for
for its development into a political, social, economic, and religious centre, with ample land for agriculture and access to timber for export, ensuring its survival and growth.
what did the Indigenous Whadjuk Noongar people do
The Indigenous Whadjuk Noongar people had interconnected walking tracks around the Swan River, which the early settlers adopted for land access between Perth and Fremantle, and later for reaching inland farming locations.
what had occurred by the turn of the century
By the turn of the century, Perth had established its role as the capital city, while Fremantle served as the port city. The growing road and rail network influenced settlement patterns and called for a formal plan to guide future growth and infrastructure development.
what was the turning point in Perth’s planning and what did it lead to
The 1930 Boas Report, named after Harold Boas, marked a significant turning point in Perth’s planning. It highlighted the need for a formal State planning body, leading to the appointment of the first Town Planning Commissioner for Western Australia, David Logan Davidson in 1931.
what plans were developed to guide the growth of the metropolitan region?
Several plans were developed to guide the growth of the metropolitan region, including the 1955 Plan for the Metropolitan Region (Stephenson-Hepburn Report), the 1970 Corridor Plan for Perth, and subsequent plans like Metroplan, Network City, Directions 2031 and beyond, and Perth and Peel@3.5 million framework.
what did these strategies aim to do
These planning strategies aimed to coordinate urban development, ensure economic efficiency, and support the state’s growth by providing essential services, road and rail networks, and access to resources for the growing population.
what was the timeline for the development for perth
1955 - Plan for the Metropolitan Region, Perth and Fremantle (the Stephenson-Hepburn Report)
1970 - Corridor Plan for Perth
1990 - Metroplan: a planning strategy for the Perth metropolitan region
2004 - Network City
2010 - Directions 2031 and beyond
2015 - Perth and Peel@3.5 million framework (updated in March 2018).
what is site
Site refers to the physical characteristics of the land on which a feature is located. Site features include reference to height, landforms and/or slope, drainage and vegetation.
what are the site features of perth include
the site features of Perth, located on the Swan Coastal Plain, include sandy and gently undulating terrain, with heights ranging from sea level to approximately 60 meters above sea level.
what was the original settlement of Perth built off
The original settlement of Perth was built on the Perth Wetlands or the Great Lakes District, a series of freshwater wetlands that have been mostly reclaimed for urban development.
what is the predominantly coastal geology
The coastal geology is predominantly limestone and sand, with eroding limestone providing interesting features along the coastline. The eastern half of the plain is flatter, reaching an average elevation of 20 to 25 meters above sea level.
did the swan and canning rivers influence anything
The Swan and Canning Rivers, known as Derbarl Yerrigan to the Whadjuk Noongar people, have played a significant role in shaping the metropolitan area, influencing development along their banks.
how does the The Darling Escarpment and the Indian Ocean act as limiting features, restricting urban growth
The Escarpment rises steeply up to 300 meters above sea level with less favourable conditions for development, while the Indian Ocean has encouraged the city’s built-up area to extend along the north-south coastline, with coastal living highly valued in areas like Alkimos, Cottesloe, Mindarie, and Warnbro.
what does the situation refer to
Situation of a settlement refers to its location in relation to other significant features, both cultural and physical.
what do situation features include
Situation characteristics include a feature’s latitude and longitude, distance and direction from another physical or cultural feature and consideration of its location in relation to the junction of transport links.
what is perth latitude and longitude situated
Perth is situated on the South West coast of Australia in Western Australia, with its latitude and longitude coordinates being 31° 57’ S 115° 51’ E.
is Perth one if the most isolated cities in the world
Perth is one of the most isolated cities in the world, located 2,700 kilometres west of Adelaide, its closest neighbouring capital city.
where is the The city’s Central Business District (CBD) and point of original growth situated
are situated 14 kilometres east of the Indian Ocean and 17 kilometres upstream (north-east) of the port of Fremantle.
where is the Perth metropolitan area strategically located
The Perth metropolitan area is strategically located along major highways and railways, with radial development occurring in various directions, including northeast, east, southeast, and southwest along Great Northern Highway, Great Eastern Highway, Albany Highway, and South Western Highway, respectively.
The extension of the Mitchell and Kwinana Freeways, along with the associated Joondalup and Mandurah railway lines has resulted in what
The extension of the Mitchell and Kwinana Freeways, along with the associated Joondalup and Mandurah railway lines, has resulted in growth along the north-south corridor, with Perth’s CBD located at the junction of these major freeways and railway lines.
what is external morphology
External morphology is the study of the outside shape of a settlement, including its boundary and the processes affecting its shape.
Understanding this is crucial for urban planning, as each area has a unique morphology defined by local natural and cultural features.
what does Observing urban development from aerial photography or satellite images reveals
the impact of natural features like rivers, oceans, and hills on the city’s shape, as well as human modifications such as roads, railways, and buildings.
what is perths external morphology
described as
Perth’s external morphology is described as semi-stellate, with a sprawling low-density city covering a large area. The city’s growth has expanded towards four major corridors: north, east, southeast, and south, influenced by the cultural value of owning large properties and a desire for coastal living.
what does the swan- canning river system contribute to
The Swan-Canning River system divides the urban area of Perth, contributing to its semi-stellate shape, with corridors branching off from the rivers, promoting radial development.
where are stellite communities/smaller urban developments positioned
Satellite communities, smaller urban developments separated from the main part of the urban area, are visible throughout the Perth region. As infilling continues, the separation of these areas from the main city diminishes, leading to greater connectivity and expansion.
what is internal morphology
Internal morphology refers to the study of the layout of functions within a settlement and the processes and interactions that affect that layout.
The internal morphology is the land uses and transport patterns that are evident within the urban area
what does internal morphology refer to
Internal morphology refers to the layout of functions within a settlement, including land uses and transport patterns.
what does Perth concentrated around/rely on
In Perth, the built-up area is concentrated around the compact Central Business District (CBD), but the city also heavily relies on Outer Business Districts (OBDs) like Rockingham, Joondalup, Midland, and Armadale.
