Explore the transformation of urban landscapes and their impact on society in this 15-minute TEDxMount Victoria talk by Julie Anne Genter. Discover how cities prioritized cars in the latter half of the 20th century, leading to unintended consequences affecting health, climate, and overall costs. Learn about the potential for positive change and the creation of better living environments. Gain insights from Genter's experience as a practitioner, researcher, and lawmaker in urban planning, and understand the opportunity to develop ecologically sustainable, equitable, and thriving communities through effective policy-making. Delve into the intersection of feminism, climate change, transport, health, finance, and housing in the context of Aotearoa New Zealand's urban development.