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).
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| Document title | Relevant text in the policy | Domain | Topic | State | Local Government name | Council type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Development Strategy | High-quality agricultural land and a vibrant agriculture and food sector. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Eurobodalla | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | PROMOTE RENEWABLE ENERGY OPPORTUNITIES AND GRANTS WHICH CAN SUPPORT THE PROFITABILITY OF THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Indigo | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Key priority 1 Summary: Industry Assistance and Engagement Council will work collaboratively with local industry and businesses through ongoing engagement and support. Council will assist and support businesses seeking to grow through a variety of business development activities and in coordination with industry. Council will maintain data and information regarding the local economy and track business sentiment and growth. Council will work together with and support local businesses seeking grant funding from the State and Commonwealth Governments. Council will maintain a productive, on-going relationship with our local businesses so that it is well placed to support local businesses to grow. Rationale: Existing businesses are the heart of any economy. Assisting local businesses to grow will assist the economy to grow and create more local jobs, thus contributing to the identified vision and goals. Most of the key growth opportunities are already represented by local businesses. Through ongoing engagement with local business and industry, Council will be best placed to support these local companies to grow. Specific Initiatives: • Work with industry and business to build capacity • Grow our rural food producers and aquaculture industries • Disseminate and deliver economic information | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Eurobodalla | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Strategic Outcomes: • A strengthened food economy | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Indigo | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Planning for economic growth in Eurobodalla over the next 10 years will focus on strengthening the qualities that attract people to visit, invest and live in the area: high-quality tourism and recreation opportunities, smallscale agriculture, food and rural tourism, and heritage, cultural and natural experiences. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Eurobodalla | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Strategy 5.1: Participate in a regional approach to supporting and growing the Agrifood sector | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Indigo | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | support for more small-scale agriculture, and arts and cultural facilities | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Eurobodalla | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Strategy 5.2: Encourage and support innovation and build capacity and capability across the sector | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Indigo | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Strategy 5.3: Play a leadership role in supporting the agrifood sector | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Indigo | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Agri-food processing | Sustainability and Environment | Local, sustainable food processing | NSW | Penrith | Metropolitan |
| Economic Development Strategy | Council acknowledges the contribution that the various industry sectors (including agriculture, mining, retail, services, tourism, wine) make to this region and will continue to work with industry stakeholders and business groups to achieve our vision and mission in the future. As part of the Economic Development Strategy, Council will endeavour to support existing businesses who will be the major contributors to net new job growth in our region | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Mid-Western Regional | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | STRENGTHEN RELATIONSHIPS AND ENGAGEMENT WITH INDUSTRY, GROWERS AND PEAK BODIES Economic Development Councillors/Executive PARTNERS AND COLLABORATORS Agriculture Victoria TAFCO, NECMA, AVDPP, VFF, Better Beef Local Business | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Indigo | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Agri-food processing and manufacturing3 | Sustainability and Environment | Local, sustainable food processing | NSW | Penrith | Metropolitan |
| Economic Development Strategy | 6.6.2. Areas of Focus > Investigation of higher value sustainable agricultural uses such as horticulture, intensive agriculture | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Mitchell | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Strategies  Expand existing businesses or attract new businesses that complement key local industries (agriculture, mining, retail, services, tourism, wine) with a focus on growth areas that will account for jobs growth and industry prosperity | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Mid-Western Regional | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | There are opportunities to grow innovation within the agricultural sector and explore niche opportunities for food, beverage and crop growing. | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Indigo | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Rural Activity Strategy A review of rural land uses in Mitchell Shire would help understand existing agricultural uses and identify agriculturally productive areas in the Shire. A study is required to understand how to utilise Mitchell Shire’s rural areas more productively including suitable locations for agriculture, equine and tourism Strategy 39: Undertake a Rural Activity Strategy | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Mitchell | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Council acknowledges the contribution that the various industry sectors (including agriculture, mining, retail, services, tourism, wine) make to this region and will continue to work with industry stakeholders and business groups to achieve our vision and mission in the future. As part of the Economic Development Strategy, Council will endeavour to support existing businesses who will be the major contributors to net new job growth in our region | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Mid-Western Regional | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Regional Agriculture Focus and Brand – Goulburn Valley There is opportunity to work closely with Greater Shepparton and other Councils in the Goulburn Valley to establish a Goulburn Valley regional agricultural group and brand. This may provide Mitchell Shire producers with the opportunity to link with other larger operators in the broader region. Strategy 42: Engage in Goulburn Valley Region Agricultural Initiatives Actions 42.1 Timeline Undertake discussions with Regional Development Victoria, as well as Greater Shepparton, Moira, Strathbogie and Campaspe Councils to identify a strategic regional approach to agricultural production, branding and water use. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable water management in food production | Victoria | Mitchell | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Examine opportunities to expand and diversify agricultural activities in the region | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Mid-Western Regional | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Strategies  Expand existing businesses or attract new businesses that complement key local industries (agriculture, mining, retail, services, tourism, wine) with a focus on growth areas that will account for jobs growth and industry prosperity | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Mid-Western Regional | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy | Access to secure, appropriate and affordable housing was recognised by the City during the development of Sustainable Sydney 2030 as a critical issue to address. There is a need for affordable housing that is targeted to meet the needs of low to moderate income households which are crucial to the efficient functioning of a global city. Where households are disproportionately located in the outer ring of Sydney, access to labour in the inner city becomes increasingly restrictive and the communities more segregated. The Affordable Rental Housing Strategy was endorsed in December 2009. By adopting a suite of plans, partnerships, financial and advocacy initiatives and actions contained within the strategy, Council may act to protect existing rental affordable housing and facilitate the provision of new rental affordable housing for households on very low to moderate incomes. This follows the City’s commitment in Sustainable Sydney 2030: – Target 4: By 2030, 7.5 per cent of all City housing will be social housing, and 7.5 per cent will be affordable housing, delivered by not-for-profit or other providers. Achievements to the end of 2011 include the allocation of Federal Government funding for 1,035 dwellings and through the City’s actions, contributing to a further 900 dwellings that have or are planned to be built. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Sydney | Metropolitan |
| Economic Development Strategy | Delivering new residential and commercial areas Major urban renewal projects are catalysts for change in the city. Green Square, Barangaroo and the redevelopment of the Sydney International Convention and Exhibition Centre are just some of the significant projects that change the productive capacity of the city. Led by the City and delivered in partnership with the NSW Government and private developers, Green Square is an $8 billion redevelopment of a 292 hectare site which takes in the suburbs of Alexandria, Beaconsfield, Rosebery and Zetland. It is forecast to accommodate 22,000 jobs, 20,000 new homes, including hundreds of affordable housing units for key workers and be home to 40,000 new residents by 2030 | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Sydney | Metropolitan |
| Economic Development Strategy | The City will advocate for change where other levels of government invest in infrastructure and services. Through appropriate strategic development policies, the City will influence the extent to which affordable housing is developed. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Sydney | Metropolitan |
| Economic Development Strategy | Target 8: By 2030, every resident will be within reasonable walking distance to most local services, including fresh food, childcare, health services and leisure, social, learning and cultural infrastructure. | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | NSW | Sydney | Metropolitan |
| Economic Development Strategy 2011-2021 Unlocking our Growth Potential | 1.2 Partner with DPI to undertake a soil and water capacity study for agricultural potential throughout municipality. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Southern Grampians | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy 2011-2021 Unlocking our Growth Potential | Investigate potential for hydroponic farming in Hamilton using recycled water; | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Southern Grampians | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy 2011-2021 Unlocking our Growth Potential | Using data from soil and water study, identify and protect high value agricultural land around townships as part of structure planning process and investigate feasibility of intensive horticulture (notably wine grapes); | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Southern Grampians | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy 2011-2021 Unlocking our Growth Potential | 1.2 Partner with DPI to undertake a soil and water capacity study for agricultural potential throughout municipality. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable water management in food production | Victoria | Southern Grampians | Regional |
| Economic Development Strategy 2011-2021 Unlocking our Growth Potential | Investigate potential for hydroponic farming in Hamilton using recycled water; | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable water management in food production | Victoria | Southern Grampians | Regional |