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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Shepparton 2030 Strategy Plan | Support an agglomeration of freight companies, food | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| Greater Shepparton 2030 Strategy Plan | The future strategy will be to diversify within the agricultural sectors, increase the number of larger operations with high technology infrastructure, and increase vertical integration in rural industries. | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| Greater Shepparton 2030 Strategy Plan | To promote linkages with other regional cities to cater for traffic movements which include various users: ÓÄÅ Workers to and from Shepparton; ÓÄÅ Educational trips comprising school attendees; ÓÄÅ Shoppers travelling to and from Shepparton from other regional towns; ÓÄÅ Tourists travelling to and from Shepparton; and ÓÄÅ Freight movements that distribute products, particularly farm products to depots and warehouses for further distribution to markets and regional logistics centres Strategies 1.1 Encourage and promote the early development of the Shepparton Bypass in particular the northern river crossing as a first stage 1.2 Promote integrated road network connections with the Shepparton Bypass to reduce intrusion of traffic to the central Shepparton and Mooroopna areas. 1.3 Support the safety of road linkages with other regional cities Action These strategies will be implemented by: Using Policy and the exercise of discretion ÓÄÅ Apply the local policies on Goulburn Valley Highway Environs and Industrial and Commercial Uses in Rural Areas. Applying Zones and Overlays ÓÄÅ Apply the Road Zone Category 1 to the declared Main road network. ÓÄÅ Apply the Road Zone Category 2 to other locally significant arterial roads. ÓÄÅ Apply the Public Use Zone (number 4) to the railway lines. ÓÄÅ Apply the Public Acquisition Overlay to land to be acquired for the Shepparton bypass. Other actions ÓÄÅ Undertake a study to upgrade arterial roads to cope with future traffic volumes, and to promote linkages with other regional cities, prior to the completion of the Shepparton Bypass, without creating intrusion to the local areas. ÓÄÅ Investigate the merits of converting other regional rail lines to standard gauge which connect with Shepparton ÓÄÅ Undertake a continual review of accident history and implement measures to promote safe travel Provider M $40,000 Provider H Provider H Council Role Priority Facilitator/ Advocate Provider/ Facilitator/ Advocate M | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| Greater Shepparton 2030 Strategy Plan | Topic: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – Promote economic growth, business development and diversification, with a focus on strengthening the agricultural industry | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| Greater Shepparton 2030 Strategy Plan | Topic: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – Promote economic growth, business development and diversification, with a focus on strengthening the agricultural industry Theme: Agriculture and Rural Land Objectives 1 To protect the productive agricultural land base and the valuable regional resource of irrigated land. Strategies 1.1 Support the growth and expansion of primary industries in irrigated and dry land farming in appropriate areas. 1.2 Support an efficient water supply and distribution system throughout the rural areas in accordance with the Regional Catchment Strategy. | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| Greater Shepparton 2030 Strategy Plan | Topic: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – Promote economic growth, business development and diversification, with a focus on strengthening the agricultural industry Theme: Agriculture and Rural Land Objectives 2 To support developing and emerging agribusinesses and their increasing requirement for high technical infrastructure. Strategies 2.1 Support food related industries and value adding opportunities 2.2 Encourage new value adding industries to locate in existing serviced industrial areas. Action These strategies will be implemented by: Using Policy and the exercise of discretion ÓÄÅ Apply the GS 2030 Industrial Framework Plan. ÓÄÅ Prepare a local policy on commercial and industrial developments in rural areas. Undertaking further strategic work Provider ÓÄÅ Develop an Economic Development Strategy that | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| Greater Shepparton 2030 Strategy Plan | Undertaking further strategic work ÓÄÅ Update the Economic Development strategy for use as | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| Greater Shepparton 2030 Strategy Plan | We will focus particularly upon strengthening the region's agricultural sector and processing strengths, especially though our commitment to the establishment of the Goulburn Valley Freight Logistics Centre. | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| GREATER SHEPPARTON CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL PLAN 2017 Р2021 | Shepparton Regional Saleyards – Long Term Strategy | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| GREATER SHEPPARTON CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL PLAN 2017 – 2021 | COUNCIL VISION Greater Shepparton, Greater Future. A thriving economy in the foodbowl of Victoria with excellent lifestyles, innovative agriculture, a diverse community and abundant opportunities. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| GREATER SHEPPARTON CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL PLAN 2017 – 2021 | KidsTown Future Directions Plan: Food Hub Concept | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| GREATER SHEPPARTON CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL PLAN 2017 – 2021 | KidsTown Future Directions Plan: Food Hub Concept | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| GREATER SHEPPARTON CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL PLAN 2017 – 2021 | Shepparton Regional Saleyards – Long Term Strategy | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| GREATER SHEPPARTON CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL PLAN 2017 – 2021 | Kerbside Collection In November 2015, Council commenced new contracts for the collection of kerbside waste, recyclables and organics. It also commenced contracts for the acceptance and processing of recyclables and the acceptance and processing of organics. As at February 2017 the following number of services are being provided for each of the streams: • Waste – 27,912 • Recyclables – 28,191 • Organics – 22,371 Up until November 2015 the organics service has been an opt-in service but from 16 November 2015 the service became a compulsory service for all residential properties within the urban collection zones. The service also expanded to include food waste. Kerbside collection and processing costs for the 2017/18 financial year are anticipated to be $6.15 million. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| GREATER SHEPPARTON CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL PLAN 2017 – 2021 | Food Safety Strategy | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| Greater Shepparton Volunteer Strategy | Active Living Department Active Living is responsible for the delivery of programming that contributes to the improved physical, nutritional and mental health of the Greater Shepparton community and incorporates Aquamoves, Rural Pools, Indoor Sports Facilities and major events such as Activities In The Park and Twilight Stroll. | Health and Wellbeing | Healthy/sustainable LG food procurement policies | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| Greater Shepparton Volunteer Strategy | Active Living Department Active Living is responsible for the delivery of programming that contributes to the improved physical, nutritional and mental health of the Greater Shepparton community and incorporates Aquamoves, Rural Pools, Indoor Sports Facilities and major events such as Activities In The Park and Twilight Stroll. | Health and Wellbeing | Partner with sport clubs to provide healthy choices | Victoria | Greater Shepparton | Regional |
| GREEN OUR CITY STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN 2017–2021 VERTICAL AND ROOFTOP GREENING IN MELBOURNE | To increase green infrastructure within the private realm, the City of Melbourne has: • Developed a series of “how to” guides for home-owners and developers including the Growing Green Guide | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Melbourne | Metropolitan |
| GREEN OUR CITY STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN 2017–2021 VERTICAL AND ROOFTOP GREENING IN MELBOURNE | We will continue to partner with research institutions to close the gaps in what we don’t know, especially relating to ecosystem services and quantification of the benefits including: • Reduced stormwater run-off • Health and wellbeing benefit, including urban agriculture | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Melbourne | Metropolitan |
| GREEN OUR CITY STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN 2017–2021 VERTICAL AND ROOFTOP GREENING IN MELBOURNE | To increase green infrastructure within the private realm, the City of Melbourne has: • Developed a series of “how to” guides for home-owners and developers including the Growing Green Guide. • | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Melbourne | Metropolitan |
| Green Roofs and Walls Policy | The objective of this policy is to support an increase in the installation of green roofs and walls in the City of Sydney local government area. Increasing green roof and wall numbers will provide multiple benefits including: slowing and cleaning stormwater; reducing the impacts of the Urban Heat Island effect; creating additional space for urban greening, food production and private open space; | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | NSW | Sydney | Metropolitan |
| Green Roofs and Walls Policy | The objective of this policy is to support an increase in the installation of green roofs and walls in the City of Sydney local government area. Increasing green roof and wall numbers will provide multiple benefits including: slowing and cleaning stormwater; reducing the impacts of the Urban Heat Island effect; creating additional space for urban greening, food production and private open space; | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Sydney | Metropolitan |
| Green Warrnambool | The city will benefit from more green spaces, green roofs, vertical gardens and our agricultural fringes. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Warrnambool | Regional |
| Green Warrnambool | The development and implementation of an integrated strategy to deliver adaptive building and open/green space design is key to incorporate vegetation in streets, parks, sporting grounds, gardens, river and creek embankments, wetlands, railway corridors, community gardens, agricultural land and green roofs and walls. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Warrnambool | Regional |
| Green Warrnambool | The urban forest will also provide a connection to nature that can be missing in many urban areas. Combined with small and larger scale food growing, we can truly be A City In Nature. One key step towards citywide greening, is street scale greening. As a community we can start street scale greening literally on our doorsteps. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Warrnambool | Regional |
| Green Warrnambool | We will grow our own food in community gardens, market gardens, backyards and nature strips. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Warrnambool | Regional |
| Green Warrnambool | Community Gardens continue to develop food trade and education networks. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Warrnambool | Regional |
| Green Warrnambool | Grow Local Our community will be sourcing most of its, seasonal fresh fruit and vegetables locally, from the backyard, community gardens, farmers’ markets and local businesses. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Warrnambool | Regional |
| Green Warrnambool | Neighbour Food Assets increase with two vegetable patch nature strips supported. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Warrnambool | Regional |
| Green Warrnambool | Over 50% of fresh produce, consumed in Warrnambool is sourced locally, from backyards, community gardens, farmers’ markets and local businesses. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Warrnambool | Regional |