Tasmanian Property Management Planning Framework
Links to the Framework Publications & Tools
The Tasmanian Property Management Planning Framework (PMPF) is a state-wide framework which overarches the development and delivery of property planning activities in Tasmania and is recognised by the Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association, The State Government and Tasmania’s Natural Resource Management Bodies. Its basic function is to ensure co-ordination and consistency between the various property planning activities and policies which are developed within Tasmania.
In essence the framework has two broad components:
- A policy framework supporting the development and co-ordination of property planning activities in Tasmania.
- A set of property management planning standards which are intended to encourage a consistent and credible approach to the development and delivery of property management planning processes throughout Tasmania.
What does the framework mean for Tasmanian Farmers?
Farmers will have access to property management planning processes which are credible and recognised by a wide range of stakeholders including government, natural resource management bodies and industry. These property management planning processes will be practical and cost-effective and will assist farmers in managing their properties in a productive and sustainable manner.
There is also potential through the framework for farmers to receive recognition from the wider community, retailers and markets for implementing safe and sustainable management practices among a range of other benefits.
Ultimately the effective implementation of the Tasmanian Property Management Planning Framework will provide a platform for Tasmania’s Agricultural Industry to continue to progress and grow its productivity whilst demonstrating safe and sustainable management practices.
What has been happening with the Framework in recent times?
Throughout 2009 the Property Management Planning Framework was progressed significantly with the first suite of property management planning modules to be recognised under the PMPF being developed. The development of these modules represented the transition of the framework from a conceptual idea to what is now a recognised framework with practical applications. The modules that have been developed this far under the frame work are the Soil, Water, Biodiversity and Financial Management Property Management Planning Modules.
A set of technical standards which had been developed under the Framework in 2007 were reviewed and revised and a four booklet information series explaining various aspects of the framework was produced. A review of the property management planning in Tasmania was conducted and the findings were submitted to the Framework Management committee for use in planning the future direction of the framework.
What is the future of the Framework?
The Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers will continue to work with stakeholders of the Property Management Planning Framework into the future. It is planned that throughout 2010 the property management planning modules that have been developed will be implemented and rolled out to farmers in Tasmania and a review of the effectiveness of the module will be undertaken after 2010.
For further information of the Tasmanian Property Management Planning Framework contact the Tasmanian Farmers and Graziers Association
Phone (03) 6332 1800
Fax:(03) 6331 4344