Courtney Babb – The Conversation

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February 19, 2025

Yes, Australia needs new homes – but they must be built to withstand disasters in a warmer world

Francesca Perugia, Curtin University; Courtney Babb, Curtin University, and Steven Rowley, Curtin University

Researchers examined how disaster risk informs decisions about new housing. They found crucial problems that leave communities exposed.

Matthew Mclaughlin

November 9, 2023

How to never get a speeding fine again — and maybe save a child’s life

Matthew Mclaughlin, The University of Western Australia; Courtney Babb, Curtin University, and Paul Roberts, The University of Western Australia

Most drivers admit to speeding and it’s causing an increasing number of deaths on our roads. Using intelligent speed assist technology can reverse this deadly trend.

Shared working spaces come in all different shapes and sizes. This is a formal space in Gothenburg, Sweden. Carey Curtis

July 10, 2018

Co‑working spaces are part of the new economy, so town planners better get with the times

Courtney Babb, Curtin University; Carey Curtis, Curtin University, and Sam McLeod, Curtin University

More people are choosing to work in shared spaces, and there are many benefits of this to the local economy, as well as downsides. Local governments should work with both.