Introducing the Australasian Green Infrastructure Network (AGIN)

Introducing the Australasian Green Infrastructure Network (AGIN)

AGIN, a recently formed national/regional association for green infrastructure advocacy, joined the WGIN family in 2024. In 2025, AGIN President Gail Hall stepped down and was succeeded by Dr. Sebastian Pfautsch. 

Sebastian presents his personal journey to green infrastructure advocacy, the Australasian Green Infrastructure Network and selected projects from AGIN’s members. 

                                                                                                                                                                                       Dr. Sebastian Pfautsch, recently elected President, Australasian Green                                                                                                   Infrastructure Network

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