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Adelaide: A Literary City or a Political Battleground?
Think of Adelaide as just a charming, literary city with parks and culture? Think again. This video dives into the explosive history behind its iconic design—revealing how a 19th-century plan to create a 'utopia' secretly weaponized green spaces to control land prices and wealth. From secret gentlemen's clubs dictating city planning to a 1970s political alliance that saved the city from being bulldozed for highways, we uncover the hidden power struggles that shaped Adelaide. Author Michael Llewellyn-Smith, a former chief planner, exposes the raw politics behind every street, park, and building. Discover why city planning isn't about math or maps—it's a brutal game of power, capital, and class. If you want to see your city differently, this is a must-watch.
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