DrCatherine Gilbert

PhD, University of Sydney; MURP, University of Sydney; MA, Kings College London; BA, Queens University

Dr Catherine Gilbert is a Lecturer in Urban and Regional Planning and Program Director for the Master of Urbanism and Master of Urban and Regional Planning. An urban planner by background, Catherine's research focuses on statutory planning systems, including in comparative context; the design and implementation of regulatory reforms to planning and their implications for housing production, diversity and affordability; and the effects of declining housing affordability on low and moderate income essential workers. Catherine has led and collaborated on numerous projects funded by the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI), and regularly undertakes research for government, industry and community partners.