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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | EN2.4.3 Composting education programs | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | EN5.2.1 A community education and advertising program to engage customers to utilise the processed compost | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | Annual volumetric surveys and ongoing waste reduction initiatives such as composting and improved infrastructure. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | EN2.4.3 Composting education programs | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | EN5.2.1 A community education and advertising program to engage customers to utilise the processed compost | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | EN5.2.2 Construction of an organic waste composting facility | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | Investigate and implement processes to beneficially reuse organic waste and not dispose of in landfill. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | Provision of Waste Collection services that encourage the source separation of organic waste and recycling. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | EC1.3: Align tourism, economic development and events to deliver economic outcomes for the Region Action Name Action Code EC1.3.1.1 Develop and implement an agritourism plan | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | Service: Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange EC2.2: The Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange returns a profit to the community Action Code Action Name Responsible Officer EC2.2.2.1 Deliver project on time and on budget Ben Zeller Responsible Officer Position Manager Projects & Performance Performance Measure Budget delivered on time and on budget EC2.2.3.1 Continue to work with North Coast Local Land Services to finalise and implement a Bio-Security Emergency Response Plan that meets the expectations and approval of North Coast Local Land Services. EC2.2.3.2 Conduct a Bio-Security Response Drill in conjunction with relevant authorities prior to implementing the NRLX Bio-Security Plan and Emergency Response Plan EC2.2.3.4 Ensure future growth of NRLX throughput to 105,000 head for 2019/2020 in line with the Strategic plan and NRLX budget EC2.3.3.3 Develop and implement an NRLX Operational Manual Brad Willis NRLX Redevelopment & Operations Manager Bio-Security Response Plan delivered Brad Willis NRLX Redevelopment & Operations Manager Manual developed Bio-Security response drill activated Brad Willis NRLX Redevelopment & Operations Manager Brad Willis NRLX Redevelopment & Operations Manager No. of throughput Manual developed and implemented | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | Coordinate the Crookwell Potato Festival event. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Upper Lachlan | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | TABLELANDS REGIONAL CSP STRATEGIC PILLAR – INFRASTRUCTURE: PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY – WATER SUPPLY SERVICES GOAL Provide a quality water supply product in a reliable and cost effective manner that meets Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY Manager Assets and Design TABLELANDS REGIONAL COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGY This function will achieve the following: • Strategy IN5 – Ensure high quality water supply options for the towns in the region. | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Upper Lachlan | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | TABLELANDS REGIONAL CSP STRATEGIC PILLAR – ENVIRONMENT: PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY – NOXIOUS WEEDS CONTROL GOAL Responsibly noxious and effectively weeds within the manage local government area to ensure that agricultural production, biodiversity and the environment is protected. MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY Manager Regulatory Services TABLELANDS REGIONAL COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGY This function will achieve the following: • Strategy EN1 – Protect and enhance the existing natural environment, including flora and fauna native to the region. • Strategy EN2 – Adopt environmental sustainability practices. • Strategy EC4 – Foster and develop a diverse, adaptive, agricultural industry | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Upper Lachlan | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | the purpose of financing Council’s Ordinary General Fund activities in accordance with Sections 493, 514-518, of the Local Government Act 1993. Council proposes the following ordinary rates for 2019/2020 based on the land valuation data supplied by the Land and Property Information (Property NSW) with a valuation base date applicable of 1 July 2016. Base Rating Category Assess No Farmland | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Upper Lachlan | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | KEY ACTIVITIES Food control function is responsible for enforcing the minimum standards for public health in conjunction with other government agencies. Activities include:- 1. Inspection of food retailers. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Upper Lachlan | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | TABLELANDS REGIONAL CSP STRATEGIC PILLAR – ENVIRONMENT: PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY – FOOD CONTROL AND INSPECTIONS GOAL Manage public health services to enhance the health and safety of the community. MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY Manager of Environment and Planning TABLELANDS REGIONAL COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGY This function will achieve the following: • Strategy EN2 – Adopt environmental sustainability practices. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Upper Lachlan | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | EC4 Delivery Program Action EC4.1 Foster and develop a diverse, adaptive and innovate agricultural industry Activity Implement priority actions in Employment Lands Strategy EC4.1.1 Implement planning controls and opportunities that support existing and emerging industries in the region | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | EC4 Delivery Program Action EC4.1 Foster and develop a diverse, adaptive and innovate agricultural industry Activity Implement priority actions in Employment Lands Strategy EC4.1.1 Implement planning controls and opportunities that support existing and emerging industries in the region | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Goulburn Mulwaree | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | Coordinate the Crookwell Potato Festival event. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Upper Lachlan | Regional |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | Liveable and Distinctive A Local Strategic Planning Statement will Clean and Green be a significant step towards a new Local Environmental Plan for the City which will ensure that we can spatially define the values and characteristics that contribute to our local identity, and that urban development is balanced, affordable and sustainable. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | Prepare a Housing Strategy and comprehensive Local Environmental Plan to guide residential growth and promote affordable housing. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | • # Projects complete • Participation rates • Community satisfaction • # Volunteers • # Meals delivered | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | Programs for Seniors: • Undertake community development and capacity building activities which address the needs of older people, including Meals on Wheels, Seniors Week | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | Active Lifestyles: • Through a series of programs and events, encourage residents to participate in and enjoy physical activity including: – Active Canterbury-Bankstown Program – implementing measures that support and promote healthy eating and reduction of obesity – CBCity 2028 priority | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | Promote healthy eating and target obesity. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | • Deliver 2019-20 Calendar of Major Events including Ramadan Nights, Australia Day, Carols in the Park, Bankstown Bites | Health and Wellbeing | Traditional food cultures | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | A City Activation Strategy and wonderful major events like Ramadan Nights Lakemba and Bankstown Bites will also contribute to our goal to grow prosperity, innovation and opportunities in Canterbury-Bankstown. | Health and Wellbeing | Traditional food cultures | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | – Install, replace and upgrade bubblers and water refill stations at various sites including Mary Mckillop Reserve, Clemton Park, Thurina Park, Gazzard Park and Neptune Park | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019-2020 | • # Inspections • # Scores on Doors participants • % Premises passed on first inspection | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Operational Plan 2019-2020 | Undertake annual reviews of the Drinking Water Management System (DWMS) and continue to address the improvement actions identified in the DWMS | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |