Deer Park's Cycling Challenge: Density & Health
Update: 2025-12-20
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In Deer Park, Melbourne, Ferdi Saliba leads a cycling group amidst economic challenges and car dependence. New research from Swinburne University reveals that low population density in disadvantaged areas contributes to obesity. Lead researcher Sungkavi Selvakumaran suggests that compact neighborhoods can improve walkability and reduce health inequities. As Melbourne grows, building denser, walkable communities could transform health outcomes in suburbs like Deer Park.
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