The Commission into Family Violence Recommendation 94 which requires that councils “report on the measures they propose to take to reduce family violence and respond to the needs of victims” in preparing their MPHWPs. Figure 1. Statutory alignment of the This plan is consistent with the Council Plan 2017 – 2021 and Municipal Strategic Statement which have these strategic objectives: Council Plan 2017 - 2021 Engaged, connected communities Active and creative people Safe and healthy environments A prosperous economy Responsible leadership The Council Plan contains specific strategies that are reflected in this plan including: 1.2 Build community resilience to and awareness of vulnerability to natural hazards and threats. 1.4 Ensure that the provision of community infrastructure responds to community 1.5 Strengthen the focus on social inclusion, building social capital and connections within communities. 1.6 Ensure that community services, programs and facilities are inclusive and respond to current and emerging 2.1 Provide a of infrastructure that encourages people of all ages to participate in a variety of active and passive opportunities. 2.2 Create and activate places and spaces that have good connectivity, provide needed infrastructure and promote social interaction. 3.1 Prepare and develop an improved and holistic approach to strategic planning. 3.3 Develop policies, strategies, projects and partnerships to enhance the health and wellbeing of the community. 3.5 Review and communicate Council’s climate change strategies. 3.6 Work with the local community to review and implement environmental policies to protect biodiversity and conserve natural resources. 3.8 Improve the appearance of public spaces. 3.9 Develop a shire-wide road safety strategy. 3.10 Advocate for improved public transport, traffic management and reduced road congestion. 4.1 Encourage investment and development within the Shire to increase economic development and local employment, and broaden the rate base while at the same time preserving the green wedge. Municipal Strategic Statement The Municipal Strategic Statement (s.21 of the Nillumbik Planning Scheme) addresses the key land use issues that face the These include: The implications for housing of changing household size and ageing population Preserving agricultural land Local businesses and local employment, implications of commuting to work
3. Source: The Council Plan 2017 – 2021 recognises the Green Wedge as a contributing positive influence on health and wellbeing. The Green Wedge Shire Known as the Green Wedge Shire or the ‘lungs of Melbourne’, the Shire of Nillumbik is located less than 25 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, and has the Yarra River as its southern boundary. It extends 29 kilometres to Kinglake National Park in the north. The Shire stretches approximately 20 kilometres from the Plenty River and Yan Yean Road in the west to Christmas Hills and the Yarra escarpment in the east. Covering an area of 432 square kilometres, Nillumbik has an estimated population of 63,158 who live in communities which range from typical urban settings to small townships and bush properties. Artist's colonies, the diverse range of festivals, craft markets, galleries and exhibitions, all add to the Shire's reputation as a centre for creative pursuits. The of the environment is important to the Shire's residents and encourages participation in a range of outdoor activities. The Demographic Profile Estimated Residential Population 63,158 Estimated population growth (2036) 69,589 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people 0.4% Median age 41 Young people % of population 0-9 yrs: 12.2% 10-19 yrs: 14.9% Gen Y (20 - 34 years) 15.6% Gen X (35 – 49 21.5% Baby boomers (50 – 69 years) 27.9% people 70-84 yrs: 6.7% 85+ years: 1.2% The number of people aged 65 and over will more than double between 2011 and 2026 to 12,179 Median weekly household income $2098 Median monthly mortgage repayment $2000 Medium and high density housing 6% Households with 3 or more motor vehicles 32.1% People with disability (profound/severe) 3.3% Disability (provided unpaid care) 13.2% Did unpaid voluntary work 24% Place of birth outside Australia England – 4.4% Languages other than English 9% Socio-Economic Index for Areas (SEIFA), Disadvantage 2011 1098
The self-reported smoking rate has decreased from 15% in 2008 to 11% in 2014. The rate among school students is about the same as the adult rate. Council will continue to extend smoke-free public areas. Council will continue to monitor compliance on sales of cigarettes to minors. 45% of adults do not meet the physical activity guidelines. This has grown from 26% in 2008. Only 28% of secondary school students do the recommended amount of physical activity. Council will continue to increase opportunities for active living and active transport. Council will work to increase participation in active recreation and sport. 9 out 10 adults do not eat the recommended serves of vegetables each day. The rate is about the same for teenagers. Create better access to affordable fresh food. Establish Council policies and pactices that enable healthy food and consumption. The proportion of people experiencing high or very high distress is decreasing. The rate was 9% in 2008 and 4% in 2014. The rate is much higher for teens (13.6%). Continue to build community resilience. Create more local jobs. Increase community participation, particularly young people. The rate of family violence reported to police is increasing. In 2012, the rate was 397 per 100,000 population, compared to 618 per 100,000 in 2016. Improve gender equity, safety and respectful relationships in workplaces and the community. Self-reported drinking at risk for short-term harm is increasing (from 51% in 2008 to 56% in 2014). Risky drinking is higher in Nillumbik than on average for Melbourne. Develop plans and policies that reduce alcohol harm. Implement strategic approaches that change alchohol cultures. Expenditure on gaming machines increased from $7.76 million in 2013 to $8.3 million in 2017. The number of gaming machines has increased from 80 to 90. Promote and implement Nillumbik Gambling Harm Minimisation Policy.
Continue to participate in the Cigarette Sales to Minors Program and conduct test purchases with young people to identify tobacco retailers breaching the Act by selling tobacco to people under the age of 18 years. Work in partnerships with local agencies and police to provide community and parent information on alcohol, drugs and gambling. Build local partnerships that reduce alcohol, drug and gambling related harm Continue to convene the Nillumbik Liquor Forum to work with licensees, sports clubs, police and local businesses to support low-risk drinking practices in the community, reduce or prevent the sale of alcohol to minors, and avoid the negative impacts of intoxication. Support community-driven action by encouraging community members to raise their concerns and possible solutions, and by building community capacity to address local alcohol, drug and gambling related issues. Resources for preventing harm alcohol, other drugs and gambling Reducing the alcohol and drug toll: Victoria’s plan 2013 - 2017 Victorian Alcohol Policy Coalition, Victorian Alcohol Policy Roadmap VicHealth Alcohol Cultures Framework Australian Drug Foundation, e.g. Local Drug Action Teams, Good Sports Nillumbik Gambling Harm Minimisation Policy 2016 - 2021 Improve sexual and reproductive health “Better health education” Community engagement participant Why this is a priority Sexual and reproductive health is considered a priority by the Victorian Government and Women’s Health in the North. Elements of sexual health include the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), sexual assault, ‘sexting’ among young people, young people’s exposure to pornography, gender norms and expectations, and diverse sexualities. The rate of chlamydia in Nillumbik has increased and is above the Victorian average. 38% of sexually active adolescents in Nillumbik do not use condoms to protect against unplanned pregnancy and STIs . Young people are disproportionately over-represented in the Nillumbik STI statistics with 67% of all notified cases of chlamydia being diagnosed in people under 25 years of age. “Raise community awareness a bit better” Community engagement participant Feature: to be added Goal: Improve the sexual and reproductive health outcomes for people living in Nillumbik.