Young Urbanists

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@Schwarzenegger @TheLancet And small social interactions - like smiling and waving from your bike - can still do a lot to improve your mental health.

Why You Need a Network of Low-Stakes, Casual Friendships from @nytimes

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[Billie Giles-Corti @billiegc]

@mcannonbrookes @SunCable1 Good luck @mcannonbrookes - I hope for all our sakes your can achieve your vision!

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What you need to know before buying an e-bike https://t.co/65xyVujRUF

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Spot the city skyline - quiz https://t.co/RaIYjD6CAC

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The United States is facing a shortage of bicycles as anxiety over public transportation and a desire to exercise has sent the demand surging via @NYTimes https://t.co/oNEpCPo7Xf

[Dr Sandro Demaio @SandroDemaio]

"Bicycles, they say, are the new toilet paper."

"It is an opportunity ... we must take some steps to make sure people keep riding, keep healthy and keep active."

#COVID2019 and active transport; time to get into gear!

https://t.co/0yQaqxEsTi #auspol #cycling @VicHealth

[Mike Day @walkplace]

The Guardian | @MayorofLondon says city needs to be repurposed for people as it emerges from #COVID19 restrictions..

https://t.co/A6sFgEKSai

#WalkableUrbanism #SDGs #WalkingWorld @susanclaris @demescope London aerial courtesy @Lensaloft https://t.co/ZxjgnWVFaa

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The Spaces That Make Cities Fairer and More Resilient via @NYTOpinion https://t.co/MhBq088wiT

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The Richest Neighborhoods Emptied Out Most As Coronavirus Hit New York City via @NYTimes https://t.co/oMXIauFImE

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India’s ‘Maximum City’ Engulfed by Coronavirus @NYTimes https://t.co/JaGTUwYWO9

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Public transport usage is at an all-time low, cycling is on the rise and pedestrians have been reclaiming the streets and pavements. Could this be an opportunity for actual change in the places we live? https://t.co/hV3M7NJVo2

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Cities have a small window to save themselves from cars. https://t.co/C8PC7yXx6z

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Specialized Launches Holy Grail Of Transport E-Bikes: A Light One https://t.co/mYfi1sHWvm

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Cities are creating “slow streets” to enable social distancing and prevent surges in traffic when they reopen. https://t.co/uBgg1DxnOk

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Coronavirus: European cities expand bike lanes before lockdowns end https://t.co/eOdnuRRWb6

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“He said pop-up bike lanes with protected space for cycling, wider pavements, safer junctions, and cycle and bus-only corridors will be created within weeks, while E-scooter trials will be brought forward.” https://t.co/Y232OxnkVV

[Melanie Davern @mtdavern]

Much to learn about liveability during lockdown and planning action needed now to improve liveability and health for all residents. @JemimahClegg @domaincomau

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“We know that liveability is connected to the social determinants of health. Where you live, learn, work, play, age – those things all influence your health and wellbeing long-term.”

@mtdavern @the_AUO @walkplace

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How cities are reshaping streets to prepare for life after lockdown https://t.co/zyArPEhQIy

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After lockdowns ease, public transportation ridership in the U.S. is likely to remain low for years. But some see a way forward for a new understanding of transit’s role. https://t.co/BqrS6gEvAc

[Megan Sharkey @sharkeysStuff]

.@Billiegc says those who live close to local shops, parks and cafes have been the most fortunate during lockdown: “There has been a resurgence of living locally and not having to drive to the big-box shopping centres.” #SpaceForHealth https://t.co/BavFMsiGUe