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Zoë Goodall is a Research Associate in the Housing, Homelessness and Urban Studies(HHAUS) Research Group at Swinburne University of Technology.
Her research focuses primarily on addressing inequalities in housing, especially in relation to the private rental sector in Australia.
Previous and current research has examined rental regulation, share-housing, discrimination in housing, and young people’s housing experiences.
BIO : Phil Pettitt
Phil Pettitt oversees the Botanic Gardens of Sydney’s youth and community horticultural outreach programs and contributes to research in adult education, public health, and horticulture.
His work focuses on the health benefits of gardening and engaging socioeconomically marginalised individuals.
BIO : Tara Graham-Cochrane
Tara Graham-Cochrane is an award-winning Landscape Architect at Tract and our former THA President.
She is a nationally recognised leader in the design of therapeutic landscapes with a strong belief that well-designed environments can reduce stress, improve health outcomes, and support wellbeing. Her work is grounded in evidence-based design principles and a passion for integrating nature into everyday spaces. Tara is the author of the award-winning publication ‘Gardens That Care: Planning Outdoor Environments for People with Dementia’, and is highly regarded by health advisory bodies, including Dementia Australia, as a thought leader in her field.