The table presents data on the percentage of adults from seven Australian cities move to work or study by public transport in 1996 and 2006.
Overall, Brisbane experienced the most significant increase in the percentage of public transport users, while Canberra saw the steepest decline. Most cities witnessed growth, except for Hobart and Canberra, where the percentage decreased.
In 1996, Sydney had the highest proportion of public transport users at 23%, which rose to 26% in 2006. Similarly, showed an increase from 14% to 17%, equivalent to a 21% growth. Brisbane had a notable rise of 33%, from 12% in 1996 to 16% in 2006. Meanwhile, Perth’s percentage increased from 13% to 15%, with a 16% growth, and Melbourne rose from 11% to 12%, making a modest increase of 9%.
In contrast, Hobart and Canberra experienced declines. Hobart’s figure dropped from 11% in 1996 to 9% in 2006, a decrease of 18%, while Canberra recorded the most dramatic reduction, falling from 12% to 8%, a significant 33% decline.