Welcome to the Hustle and Bustle podcast hosted by Nicole Bennetts. Nicole lives on the Gold Coast, Australia - one of the cities preparing to host the 2032 Brisbane Olympics & Paralympics. The lead up to 2032 is the golden decade of opportunity and challenges (including Olympics and climate change targets). This podcast is a series of conversations with city shapers and urban thinkers to discuss the future on our city and SEQ region. The episodes are light hearted, conversational and inspiring. Tune in each week for a new 30 minute episode!
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Welcome to the Hustle and Bustle podcast hosted by Nicole Bennetts. Nicole lives on the Gold Coast, Australia - one of the cities preparing to host the 2032 Brisbane Olympics & Paralympics. The lead up to 2032 is the golden decade of opportunity and challenges (including Olympics and climate change targets). This podcast is a series of conversations with city shapers and urban thinkers to discuss the future on our city and SEQ region. The episodes are light hearted, conversational and inspiring. Tune in each week for a new 30 minute episode!
Chris Isles - Harnessing Big Data and Human Behaviour
Hustle & Bustle podcast
25 minutes 26 seconds
8 months ago
Chris Isles - Harnessing Big Data and Human Behaviour
In this episode, I sit down with Chris Isles, General Manager of Advocacy, Major Projects, and Economic Development at Redland City Council. With over 20 years of experience in planning, economic development, and major projects, Chris is a well-respected leader in the industry.
As a member of PIA Qld’s Plan Tech working group, Chris has a strong interest in how technology and data can shape better cities. From digital twins to AI and big data, we explore how these tools are transforming planning and decision-making.
In this conversation, we discuss:
🚀 What sparked Chris’ passion for technology in planning🏙️ How digital tools are reshaping the way we design cities🌏 The role of tech in tackling major urban challenges—housing, transport, climate resilience📊 Are we using the vast amounts of data cities generate effectively?And in 🏗️ Latest Planning News:
🌪️ Cyclone Alfred – Expected to cross the SEQ coast in the coming days, marking the first cyclone to hit the region in around 50 years. Stay safe, and heed the warnings.
📜 Planning Scheme Updates – Ipswich City Council and Sunshine Coast Council are making progress on their new planning schemes. Ipswich is set to adopt its scheme in the coming months, while Sunshine Coast will refine its draft before public consultation.
📢 Upcoming Events – The Central Queensland Symposium is back on March 28, this time in Airlie Beach for a full-day, in-person conference. A must-attend for planners and allied professionals— CQ Planning Symposium 2025
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this episode are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers.
Hustle & Bustle podcast
Welcome to the Hustle and Bustle podcast hosted by Nicole Bennetts. Nicole lives on the Gold Coast, Australia - one of the cities preparing to host the 2032 Brisbane Olympics & Paralympics. The lead up to 2032 is the golden decade of opportunity and challenges (including Olympics and climate change targets). This podcast is a series of conversations with city shapers and urban thinkers to discuss the future on our city and SEQ region. The episodes are light hearted, conversational and inspiring. Tune in each week for a new 30 minute episode!
