It is estimated that by 2031 the Australian population is expected to increase to more than 30 million people from its current figure of 23.5 million. Brian discusses why it is imperative to build smarter cities, the importance of a government investment strategy & why Australia should adopt, adapt and improve, looking to other countries such as Singapore and applying our own Australian expertise. He also discusses the part innovative technology can play to benefit urban planning & what needs to be taken into account when building infrastructure to become a smart city.