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 |
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Nutrition, meals and dietary requirements | Drink water whenever thirsty | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Bega | Regional |
Nutrition, meals and dietary requirements | Water will be available to children at all times. | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Bega | Regional |
Nutrition, meals and dietary requirements | All Educators, Staff, children and families will follow food safety strategies at meal times that include: Handwashing before eating Gloves when handling food Tongs and other utensils when serving food The use of individual food utensils | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Bega | Regional |
Nutrition, meals and dietary requirements | Any person acting in the absence of the cook must: Follow the planned menu and have completed a food safety course. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Bega | Regional |
Nutrition, meals and dietary requirements | All Educators and others involved in food preparation or handling will: Complete a food safety course or be trained by another person who has completed a course in food safety practice safe food handling and follow all displayed procedures for safe preparation, handling and storage of foods. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Bega | Regional |
O p e ra t i o n a l P la n 2 0 1 9 – 20 20 | Destination Three An environment that is protected and sustained CATEGORY CODE NAME Destination 3E Strategy Term Achievement Operational Objective Environment E.01 E.01.01 Promote sustainable agricultural activities. Council is facilitating a coordinated approach to achieving an ecologically, economically and socially sustainable agricultural sector in Inverell and the region. E.01.01.01 To facilitate the management and protection of the Shire‚Äôs agricultural land for sustainable agriculture use with agricultural activity contributing to its protection and enhancement and to achieve positive economic, environmental and social outcomes. KPI Target E.01.1.1.K Collaborative workshops held 1 per term | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Inverell | Regional |
O p e ra t i o n a l P la n 2 0 1 9 – 20 20 | Strategy Term Achievement Operational Objective C.12 C.12.01 Target 100%. Outcome Facilitate the provision of affordable housing and accommodation to meet the requirements of the Shire’s residents. Council through facilitation and advocacy to Government departments promote the provision of affordable housing. C.12.01.01 Develop and implement an affordable housing strategy that addresses the needs and requirements of the Shire’s residents. KPI C.12.1.1.K Affordable Housing Strategy developed with appropriate Government Bodies | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Inverell | Regional |
O p e ra t i o n a l P la n 2 0 1 9 – 20 20 | Destination Three An environment that is protected and sustained CATEGORY CODE NAME Destination 3E Strategy Term Achievement Operational Objective Environment E.01 E.01.01 Promote sustainable agricultural activities. Council is facilitating a coordinated approach to achieving an ecologically, economically and socially sustainable agricultural sector in Inverell and the region. E.01.01.01 To facilitate the management and protection of the Shire’s agricultural land for sustainable agriculture use with agricultural activity contributing to its protection and enhancement and to achieve positive economic, environmental and social outcomes. KPI Target E.01.1.1.K Collaborative workshops held 1 per term | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Inverell | Regional |
O p e ra t i o n a l P la n 2 0 1 9 – 20 20 | Rates Categorisation of Land – General Rates Council has adopted the following categories of land for utilisation as the basis of Council’s rating system for General rates: Farmland Residential Mining Business | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Inverell | Regional |
O p e ra t i o n a l P la n 2 0 1 9 – 20 20 | Term Achievement Operational Objective E.02.01 Council’s adopted strategic planning documents and development control plan are being implemented as the basis for future rural land use decisions. E.02.01.01 Develop and implement contemporary planning controls to encourage sustainable agricultural land uses and preserve the Shires rural qualities and landscapes. KPI E.02.1.1.K Programs and or initiatives are implemented that support the Border Rivers Catchment Action Plan | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Inverell | Regional |
O p e ra t i o n a l P la n 2 0 1 9 – 20 20 | Provision (not commitment) for Inverell Commuity Gardens Projects | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | NSW | Inverell | Regional |
O p e ra t i o n a l P la n 2 0 1 9 – 20 20 | Provision (not commitment) for Inverell Commuity Gardens Projects | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Inverell | Regional |
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ÓëóÓëïÓëñÓëù Óìï ÓëñÓëû Annual Report | Advocate for an improved long-term future and viability in the green wedge through economic and tourism opportunities | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Manningham | Metropolitan |
   Annual Report | Experiencing taste Highlighting our wide range of culinary delights, Explore Manningham showcases the diversity of dining experiences on offer in Manningham. It features great cafes, restaurants, wineries and providores – each offering a plethora of taste sensations. Explore Manningham inspires the desire for exploration and enjoyment, empowering residents with enhanced knowledge and pride for their local area. Through the campaign, Manningham Council has stimulated the local economy by bolstering visitation to local businesses         experiences available in Manningham. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Manningham | Metropolitan |
ÓëóÓëïÓëñÓëù Óìï ÓëñÓëû Annual Report | Advocate for an improved long-term future and viability in the green wedge through economic and tourism opportunities | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Manningham | Metropolitan |
Off Loading of Livestock at the Colac Livestock Selling Centre | It is Council policy that a charge for the usage of the Colac Livestock Selling Centre, outside of normal selling day arrangements be levied for the following services: (i) (ii) (iii) 2.1 off-loading of livestock loading of livestock housing of livestock | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | Victoria | Colac Otway | Regional |
Off Loading of Livestock at the Colac Livestock Selling Centre | It is Council policy that a charge for the usage of the Colac Livestock Selling Centre, outside of normal selling day arrangements be levied for the following services: (i) (ii) (iii) 2.1 off-loading of livestock loading of livestock housing of livestock | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Colac Otway | Regional |
Older Persons Strategy 2018-2022 | Advocate for affordable housing | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | North Sydney | Metropolitan |
Older Persons Strategy 2018-2022 | Affordable housing is available in the LGA | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | North Sydney | Metropolitan |
Older Persons Strategy 2018-2022 | Explore opportunities to increase supply of affordable housing | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | North Sydney | Metropolitan |
Older Persons Strategy 2018-2022 | Explore opportunities to increase supply of affordable housing Maintain supply of Council supported social housing for our most vulnerable residents (local residents on low and very low incomes) | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | North Sydney | Metropolitan |
Older Persons Strategy 2018-2022 | Explore opportunities to increase the supply of affordable housing in North Sydney | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | North Sydney | Metropolitan |
Older Persons Strategy 2018-2022 | Look for opportunities to work with James Milson Village to improve the standard of the facility and the number of affordable beds | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | North Sydney | Metropolitan |