Designing Safe Parking Lots
This approach to parking lot design reflects a deeper understanding of human behaviour and economic incentives in public spaces.
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Sam Wilks
- Jun 18
- 3 min
Housing and Welfare
The interplay between housing, welfare, and community development in the Northern Territory requires a nuanced approach
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Sam Wilks
- Jun 15
- 4 min
Asset Valuation: Understanding the Intrinsic and Extrinsic Worth of Assets in Today's Economy
By periodically reassessing asset values and implementing robust protection programs, organisations mitigate risks and safeguard assets.
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Sam Wilks
- May 19
- 2 min
Enhancing Crime Prevention Through Strategic Construction and Design
Crime prevention in building construction is not merely about responding to immediate threats but anticipating potential future challenges.
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Sam Wilks
- May 15
- 4 min
The Destructive Nature of First Home Buyer Grants
To address these issues, policymakers should consider alternative approaches that focus on increasing housing supply and reducing regulation
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Sam Wilks
- May 8
- 3 min
Zoning Laws and Property Use Restrictions
At their core, zoning laws are designed to segregate residential, commercial, and industrial areas
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Sam Wilks
- May 3
- 2 min
Rethinking Building Design: A Comprehensive Interior Security Checklist
In essence, a robust interior security checklist not only safeguards physical assets and individuals but also the environment.
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Sam Wilks
- Apr 30
- 4 min
Physical Security Measures for Corporate Buildings: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Environmental design is equally crucial, emphasising the importance of building layout and landscaping in deterring unauthorised access.
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Sam Wilks
- Apr 23
- 4 min
The Effect of Eminent Domain on Housing and Communities
The victor today may be the population paying compensation or reparations tomorrow.
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Sam Wilks
- Apr 14
- 4 min
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED): Using design to reduce crime and increase safety.
The essence of CPTED lies in its ability to marry aesthetics with functionality.
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Sam Wilks
- Apr 13
- 4 min
Taxation and Property Ownership: Examining how heavy taxation indirectly erodes property rights.
In the intricate dynamics between taxation and property rights, it becomes evident that the weight of heavy taxation serves as an...
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Sam Wilks
- Apr 3
- 5 min
Affordable Housing Policies and Their Side Effects
In the complex interplay of government interventionism, policymaking, and economic principles, the drive towards providing affordable...
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Sam Wilks
- Mar 26
- 3 min
The Dangers of Overregulation in Financial Markets: Discussing the potential negative effects of excessive financial market regulations.
In the intricate web of economic systems, the equilibrium between regulation and liberty represents a focal point of heated debates. As...
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Sam Wilks
- Mar 13
- 4 min
Public Housing Policies: Successes and Failures: Evaluating the effectiveness of public housing initiatives and their long-term implications.
Public housing policies, including rent capping, have been a subject of intense debate and scrutiny across the globe. While the...
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Sam Wilks
- Mar 8
- 3 min
Corruption: A Byproduct of Government Intervention
In the web of governance and economics, the intervention of the government often becomes a double-edged sword. While the aim of...
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Sam Wilks
- Mar 1
- 4 min
The Unseen Shield: Environmental Hazards and Community Safety
In the realm of public safety and security, traditional measures often focus on visible deterrents: law enforcement presence,...
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Sam Wilks
- Feb 29
- 3 min
Subsidies, Grants and Market Distortions: An Analysis
Government subsidies are financial grants or tax breaks provided by the government to support or prop up industries and businesses. While...
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Sam Wilks
- Feb 19
- 5 min
Government Subsidies and the Housing Market: The Impact on Prices and Market Dynamics
In the intricate structure of economic and social policies, government subsidies in the housing market are promoted as playing a pivotal...
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Sam Wilks
- Feb 8
- 4 min
Property Rights and Economic Prosperity, The Correlation Between Strong Property Rights and Economic Growth
In the NT's quest for economic prosperity and social stability, the axiom of strong property rights stands as a cornerstone, often...
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Sam Wilks
- Jan 25
- 4 min
Zoning Laws and Housing Affordability: Investigating how restrictive zoning regulations can exacerbate housing affordability issues.
In exploring the complex landscape of zoning laws and housing affordability, it's crucial to understand that the interplay between these...
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