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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 3.3 Increase the range of healthy eating options at City of Ballarat-run and supported events | Health and Wellbeing | Healthy/sustainable LG food procurement policies | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | Short-term outcomes Workplace healthy food and drink procedures developed Catering guide produced | Health and Wellbeing | Healthy/sustainable LG food procurement policies | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 1.2 Develop a healthy catering guide based on Healthy Choices guidelines which supports local food businesses | Health and Wellbeing | Dietary guidelinse for external settings | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 1.5 Support local schools and early learning centres to deliver programs which improve skills to grow and prepare healthy foods | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 1.6 Support local community groups and organisations to deliver programs and information which improve food literacy skills | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 1.7 Create and promote a list of local community kitchens and public barbecues | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 16 schools 1 ELC 12% 20 schools | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 2.6 Support the Grampians Central West Waste Resource and Recovery Group with educational programs and advocacy around reducing waste | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 3.1 Support inclusive community events which focus on celebrating nutritious and local foods | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 3.2 Provide opportunity for local producers to promote products at City of Ballarat events and festivals | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 2.3 Encourage use of current promotional platforms to raise the profile of local producers | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 3.4 Encourage celebration and knowledge of Indigenous and culturally diverse foods through community events | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 2.4 Support alternative retail opportunities for local producers including farmers markets and farm gate sales | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | A key action which individuals and community groups can take to help create a resilient local food system is to undertake various forms of urban agriculture such as school gardens, community gardens and backyard vegetable gardens. Participating in school and community gardens teach young people about local and healthy food, develop skills in gardening and food literacy and contribute to positive physical and mental health. There are numerous projects being delivered across the city where the key issues of food security, healthy eating and sustainable food production are actively being addressed. A key part of this strategy is to raise awareness of these projects, so community members can become more involved in food projects in their local area and take a proactive approach to strengthen the local food system. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 3.2 Provide opportunity for local producers to promote products at City of Ballarat events and festivals | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | An increase in the number of households purchasing products each year through Compost Revolution Increase in local sites registered on ShareWaste platform | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 3.5 Promote tourism opportunities and projects which feature local food producers | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | Grampians Central West Waste Resource and Recovery Group – run sustainability programs through schools (Resource Smart Schools) | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | Priority 3: Celebrate a vibrant, inclusive food culture Key aim for this priority is to: Encourage a healthy and inclusive food culture which supports and promotes local producers and strengthens community connections | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | Medium-term outcomes An increase in the number of food system projects supported each year through the Community Impact Grants program An increase in the number of schools and Early Learning Centres using vegetable gardening as part of the learning program A decrease in the proportion of people accessing emergency food relief | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 2.4 Support alternative retail opportunities for local producers including farmers markets and farm gate sales | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | Priority 1: Increase access to and promotion of safe and nutritious food Key aims for this priority are to: Encourage greater consumption of healthy food and drinks Improve community knowledge and skills to grow and prepare healthy meals Support community food system programs | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | Alternative markets Brown Hill Market | Ballarat Farmers Market – Lake Wendouree | Bridge Mall Farmers Market | Ballarat Local Produce Swap | Ballarat Wholefoods Collective | Buninyong Community Collective | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 3.4 Encourage celebration and knowledge of Indigenous and culturally diverse foods through community events | Health and Wellbeing | Traditional food cultures | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | Priority 3: Celebrate a vibrant, inclusive food culture Key aim for this priority is to: Encourage a healthy and inclusive food culture which supports and promotes local producers and strengthens community connections | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 1.3 Develop a strategy which encourages sports clubs using council facilities to follow Healthy Choices guidelines | Health and Wellbeing | Partner with sport clubs to provide healthy choices | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 1.4 Investigate the feasibility of a program which encourages local food providers to offer healthy children’s menu options | Health and Wellbeing | Encourage existing retailers/caterers to sell healthy, sustainable and affordable food | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 1.8 Increase the number of water drinking taps in public spaces | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | To achieve this vision, the City of Ballarat will work with community and partner organisations to undertake advocacy and action which support the following priorities: • Increase access to and promotion of safe and nutritious food • Support a sustainable local food system • Celebrate a vibrant, inclusive food culture | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |
| GOOD FOOD FOR ALL Food Strategy 2019-2022 | 2.11 Engage with Rural Councils Victoria and other key stakeholders to identify state wide opportunities for better managing the rural interface area and protecting agricultural land from encroachment | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Ballarat | Regional |