Welcome to the Australian Local Food System Policy Database. This is a collection of policies from New South Wales (NSW) and Victorian local governments that relate to healthy, sustainable, and equitable food systems.
For further information about using the database and how it was created see How to use the database. You can search the database by using the fields below. Domain refers to eight broad categories under which various topics are situated. The domains and topics are based on a framework of recommendations for local government action on creating a healthy, sustainable, and equitable food system (also located on the ‘How to use the database’ page linked above).
To cite the database: Reeve B, Carrad A, Rose N, Charlton K & Aguirre-Bielschowsky I (2021) Australian Local Food System Policy Database. Available at: https://law-food-systems.sydney.edu.au/policy-database (access date).
Suggested search terms
Hold Ctrl to select multiple terms. Using ‘any words’ functions as an “OR” search. Using ‘all words’ functions as and “AND” search.
Search Criteria:
| Document title | Relevant text in the policy | Domain | Topic | State | Local Government name | Council type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEST INATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2019 – 2022 | 2.6.5 Explore the possibility of developing an Aboriginal Cultural Tour – “The Lachlan Dreamtime Tour” – A two day version and a 1 day version visiting various sites of cultural interest and importance along with storytelling relevant to each site. The tour will be considerate to the Aboriginal people and their respective history and sites, and the languages spoken within the Shire. This could also be converted into a Day Tour of Special Places The tour is to include: · · Site tours; Storytelling; Bush tucker meals; dancing; (immersive) Learning about the Wiradjuri people’s stories and the Aboriginal Dreamtime, history and culture · Could include night time stargazing with the Aboriginal interpretation of the stars formations | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Lachlan | Regional |
| DEST INATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2019 – 2022 | 2.6.8 Explore the possibility of establishing a café in close proximity to the gallery, where perhaps bush tucker could be made and sold. Add to the Aboriginal Cultural Tourism Development Plan | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Lachlan | Regional |
| DEST INATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2019 – 2022 | 2.6.9 Once a database of Aboriginal artists and craftspeople has been established, consider the possibility of having a quarterly Aboriginal Cultural Weekend Market where art and craft goods could be sold along with bush tucker. This will provide some of the artists/craftspeople a regular incentive | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Lachlan | Regional |
| DEST INATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2019 – 2022 | 2.7.10 Identify opportunities for experiences such as farm stays, fruit picking, farm tours, etc. within the smaller towns | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Lachlan | Regional |
| DEST INATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2019 – 2022 | 2.7.2 Build capabiities to enable packaging and bundling existing experiences with accommodation and other services, as well as the creation of new itineraries and content for multi-channel distribution (images, video and copy) The following experiences involving the smaller towns are also part of the “Foodie Find” experiences: 2.7.3 Develop “Bush Bites” Trail– Experience what each pub in the Shire has to offer with each offering a Signature dish and/or drink with a bush theme 2.7.4 Develop “Pub and Grub Walkabout” – A weekend annual event similar to the wine-walkabout concept they have in wine regions – Each pub in each town/village – There could be a “night sky” experience as part of the weekend event 2.7.5 Develop a “Our Town – Big Stories Trail and Video Series of each town – Located at key locations/vistor information centre/general store or pub РThis is a story book type of trail filled pictures of local history, local characers and the stories behind each charater as well as stories of community achievements, challenges and the resilience of the community. · This could be presented in various mediums within each town | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Lachlan | Regional |
| DEST INATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2019 ‚Äì 2022 | Strategy 2.4 Develop and market memorable products for the ‚ÄúFoodie Finds‚Äù experience theme (cont.) Refer to Module 3.5.4.3 for development ideas Action 2.4.4 Work with the ‚ÄúCondo Cookout‚Äù committee to review the event and identify opportunities for it to be marketed as a ‚Äúunder the night sky‚Äù event and add additional activities that create a more immersive and engaging experience for vistors and also as an opportunity to attract new markets and visitors 2.4.5 Develop a‚ÄúDinner With the Stars‚Äù experience that can be held along the banks of Gum Bend lake, Lake Cargelligo, and along the Lachlan River and/or at other bush/nature settings and landscapes of interest ‚Äì Perhaps a different location around the Shire each event – could be an event black-tie style occasion 2.4.6 Explore the possibility of having an annual Cultural ‚ÄúFoodie‚Äôs Fare‚Äùor ‚ÄúTastes of Lachlan‚Äù where foods from different cultures are on show…Create an immersive event where visitors are taught and involved in making the various dishes. The event could also include music and songs from the different cultures e.g Aboriginal corroboree, etc. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Lachlan | Regional |
| DEST INATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2019 – 2022 | 2.4.8 Develop a seasonal Farmer’s Market – For something different, it could take place as a “Twilight Farmer’s Market” where other activies and night-sky and other foodie experiences could be added to extend the value of the experience and encourage overnight stays | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | NSW | Lachlan | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | As The Living Classroom gardens become productive, explore options to run cultivation and food-based activities, workshops and demonstrations, possibly in conjunction with the Roxy Theatre. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Explore ‘quirky’ opportunities to raise the profile of Gwydir Shire and generate interest and media coverage. For example – a ‘Try Camping Weekend’ competition – which 20 locals with camping equipment paired with 20 families who have never tried camping and camps are set up along the River and visitors shown how to camp, cook on an open fire, fish, fossick etc. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Explore opportunities to attract / bid for regional school events – such as drama and music camps, cross country, agricultural camps etc | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Explore options for introducing programs and activities that encourages visitors to the Shire to volunteer and engage with the Living Classroom. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Explore options to showcase / feature local produce and/or include cooking and/or cultivation demonstrations and workshops at events and festivals held in the Shire and surrounding region. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Leverage opportunities to offer, package and promote activities in the Shire to the regional market. For example: • Packaging accommodation, meals and a show at the Roxy Theatre • Workshops held at The Living Classroom and/or Roxy Theatre – visual and performing arts, yoga / meditation retreats, organic gardening, landcare, cooking etc. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Produce information and promotional material in a format that is cost effective and able to be easily updated – for example: ‘Local Producers and Provedores’, ‘Local Flavours’, ‘Cafes and Eateries’. Revamp the ‘Crops Guide’ and consider producing a ‘Livestock Guide’ to educate city-folk about the different breeds of cattle and sheep bred in the Shire. Incorporate relevant information into a Shire-wide website and visitor guide; regional and touring route promotional collateral; and on the Warialda and Bingara websites. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | When the gardens and olive grove become productive, build a program of activities / events around the harvesting and use of the produce. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Explore options for scaling-up production of native foods and medicinal plants to support a cottage industry in harvesting, processing and selling | Health and Wellbeing | Traditional food cultures | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Workshops held at The Living Classroom and/or Roxy Theatre – visual and performing arts, yoga / meditation retreats, organic gardening, landcare, cooking etc. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Explore options for scaling-up production of native foods and medicinal plants to support a cottage industry in harvesting, processing and selling | Sustainability and Environment | Agrobiodiversity and wild foods | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | As The Living Classroom gardens become productive, explore options to run cultivation and food-based activities, workshops and demonstrations, possibly in conjunction with the Roxy Theatre | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Explore options to showcase / feature local produce and/or include cooking and/or cultivation demonstrations and workshops at events and festivals held in the Shire and surrounding region. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | When the gardens and olive grove become productive, build a program of activities / events around the harvesting and use of the produce. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Encourage Shire eateries to use local ingredients and feature local produce | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Explore options for scaling-up production of native foods and medicinal plants to support a cottage industry in harvesting, processing and selling | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Encourage and support the development of new accommodation in the Shire, including farm stays and the listing of suitable dwellings on sites such as AirBnB and Stayz. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Encourage the establishment of farm stay accommodation in the route corridor. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Explore ‘quirky’ opportunities to raise the profile of Gwydir Shire and generate interest and media coverage. For example – a ‘Try Camping Weekend’ competition – which 20 locals with camping equipment paired with 20 families who have never tried camping and camps are set up along the River and visitors shown how to camp, cook on an open fire, fish, fossick etc. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Gwydir Producers and Provedores – Develop culinary tourism by capitalising on the food products produced in the Shire and the Shire’s reputation for quality meat and grain. 1.24 Define and progressively build the product 1.24.1 1.24.2 1.24.3 1.24.4 1.24.5 1.24.7 1.25 Produce information and promotional collateral 1.25.1 1.25.2 1.25.3 Identify potential producers, products and retail outlets. Build a relationship with growers / suppliers. Use local channels to advise growers / suppliers that the VICs are looking to expand their product range and invite growers / suppliers to come forward. material including a website, facebook page and flier. If not already in place, encourage producers to develop promotional Build a data base / resource which includes the ‘story’ of the production / goods produced, images and/or videos (if possible) showing the production and produce. Explore with DNSW, Industry NSW, RDA Northern Inland and other organisations, the opportunities to run training programs and workshops to assist small producers – eg from hobby to business, marketing and promotion. Register the Roxy Theatre hospitality kitchen and The Living Classroom as locations with the NSW Film and Television Office 1.24.6 As The Living Classroom gardens become productive, explore options to run cultivation and food-based activities, workshops and demonstrations, possibly in conjunction with the Roxy Theatre. Consider opportunities for tourism (eg visitor access, guided tours, farm gate outlet) in the planning and development of the Circular Economy Project. Produce information and promotional material in a format that is cost effective and able to be easily updated – for example: ‘Local Producers and Provedores’, ‘Local Flavours’, ‘Cafes and Eateries’. Revamp the ‘Crops Guide’ and consider producing a ‘Livestock Guide’ to educate city-folk about the different breeds of cattle and sheep bred in the Shire. Incorporate relevant information into a Shire-wide website and visitor guide; regional and touring route promotional collateral; and on the Warialda and Bingara websites. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Leverage opportunities to offer, package and promote activities in the Shire to the regional market. For example: • Packaging accommodation, meals and a show at the Roxy Theatre • Workshops held at The Living Classroom and/or Roxy Theatre – visual and performing arts, yoga / meditation retreats, organic gardening, landcare, cooking etc. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Revamp and possibly expand the produce displays in the Bingara and Warialda VICs – clustering the products available, with information and potentially some ‘eye-catching’ images and interesting short stories. For seasonal produce (eg farm gate stalls), consider using a small blackboard to promote the stalls / products available. Explore options to showcase / feature local produce and/or include cooking and/or cultivation demonstrations and workshops at events and festivals held in the Shire and surrounding region. Encourage Shire eateries to use local ingredients and feature local produce. Explore options to include Gwydir Shire produce and provedores in food and wine trails and marketing initiatives within the NE-NW Region. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |
| DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN 2017 | Search existing data bases and directories including the Government and Business Association Directory – www.business.gov.au (contacts and directories link) and the Australian Agricultural Directory www.aglinks.com.au to identify leads. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Gwydir | Regional |