Submission: National Urban Policy Consultation Paper

Year:
2024
Type:
Submissions
Topic:
Urban Policy

Proper planning of industrial land use and infrastructure can lead to more efficient supply chains, benefiting Australia's economy. The World Bank Logistics Performance Indicator highlights a strong link between a high-performing logistics sector and GDP per capita, with studies suggesting that a 1% improvement in supply chain performance results in a 1.4% increase in economic growth. Conversely, poor integration of freight logistics in urban planning raises supply chain costs, contributing to inflation and higher living costs. This is essential for protecting Australian society from increased costs of living.