Independent shop owners across NSW are launching an advertising campaign under the banner Love Your Local Shops, targeting local politicians in a move to fight the proposed policy of shopping centre development.

Mark Crutcher, independent supermarket owner and head of the Independent Retailers of NSW & ACT Inc, said, ñThe policy being contemplated would mean that new centres would be developed, ignoring the impacts on existing retail and commercial premises. It stands to ruin existing neighbourhood shopping centres, and as a result small businesses and communities.

The documentary and more information on the issue can be found on www.loveyourlocals.com.au.