Corporate

South Melbourne Market is owned and operated by the City of Port Phillip and managed by a Special Advisory Committee of the Port Phillip Council under the Local Government Act. Click here to read more about the Market's Committee.

Vision

South Melbourne Market, the Quintessential Village Market. A prosperous, authentic destination that is home to fresh, artisanal and cultural products; creative and joyful experiences; celebrates local; is a leader in sustainability; is loved, trusted and connects our customers and community.

Mission

The South Melbourne Market will achieve our Vision by:

1. Being a trusted destination for quality, value, fresh and extensive offer
2. Being a safe, accessible and inclusive market for the whole community
3. Embracing and curating all that is local, artisanal, emerging, cultural and creative
4. Remaining a loved, happy, quirky and experiential destination – full of moments of surprise and wonder – Continuing to be environmentally and economically sustainable – a financially secure urban experience, living and breathing green
5. Being accessible – physically and online

City of Port Phillip Council Plan

The 2021-31 Council Plan is a 10-year roadmap that operates in four-year cycles and requires redrafting every time a new Council is elected to ensure it continues to accurately reflect the vision of our councillors and community.

Council's Community Vision is: "Proudly Port Phillip: A liveable and vibrant City that enhances the wellbeing of our community"

The Market is aligned to the Council's Plan for Port Phillip that details six strategic directions:

• A healthy and connected community
• An environmentally sustainable and resilient City
• A safe and livable City
• A vibrant and thriving community
• An engaged and empowered community
• A trusted and high-performing organisation

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