The multifunction polis: A catalyst for change in the 21st Century

The proposal to establish a Multifunction Polis in Australia emerged at a time when Australia was confronting a number of challenges. The challenges were a result of four inter-related macro factors - globalisation, internationalisation, technological change and an expanding Asian consumer market. This report examined potential roles of the finance sector and also the Australian Bank Employees' Union in participating in, and contributing to, the development of the Multifunction Polis initiative.