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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | Explore options to facilitate and encourage the provision of greater housing diversity in Carrathool Shire to support housing affordability and the ability of older residents to remain in their homes as they age | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | Housing Sufficient, affordable housing is available in areas that are safe and close to services and the rest of the community. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | Priority Area 8 – Housing Objective: Enhance the availability and affordability of housing options and supports that enhance independence and quality of life of older residents. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | State Government NGOs | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | Sufficient and affordable housing for frail and disabled older people, with appropriate services, is provided locally. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | Meals on Wheels | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | Meals on Wheels: a. Meals on Wheels have increased, with the availability to provide frozen meals to clients and offering to cook fresh meals within the client’s home. Promoting the services and giving the individuals the option to decide. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | 7.4 Deliver a ‘gardening as you age’ demonstration to encourage food growing and social interaction of older residents and outline benefits of gardening, adjustments to equipment to support gardening in older age and health and safety considerations | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | Housing Sufficient, affordable housing is available in areas that are safe and close to services and the rest of the community | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2017 – 2027 | 7.4 Deliver a ‘gardening as you age’ demonstration to encourage food growing and social interaction of older residents and outline benefits of gardening, adjustments to equipment to support gardening in older age and health and safety considerations | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Carrathool | Regional |
| Positive Ageing Strategy | 6.2.2 Focus area 2: Maintaining Independence and Good Health A whole of Council approach to create an environment where older people maintain a healthy lifestyle and retain their independence, supported by access to local services and a range of accommodation options and community facilities and spaces that reflect their needs. This focus area seeks to respond to community feedback and build on existing strengths to enhance: • Access to well-resourced and affordable aged care and health care services within the Shire • Specialist support services for people with dementia and their carers • Networks between local service providers and community based organisations to improve health outcomes for older people • Older peoples nutrition and thermal comfort in their own homes • Older peoples understanding and use of information technology and smart devices 22 • The range of age friendly and affordable accommodation options available to older people | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Positive Ageing Strategy | 17. Support and advocate for: an adequately funded aged care sector that provides services that are responsive to the diverse needs of older people; services that enable ‘ageing in place’ including the provision of affordable home maintenance, domestic and gardening services, home modification, community transport, meals, respite and social support services; | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Positive Ageing Strategy | 20. Support programs and initiatives that address emerging sustainability issues such as food security and energy efficiency amongst older people. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Positive Ageing Strategy | 6.2.2 Focus area 2: Maintaining Independence and Good Health A whole of Council approach to create an environment where older people maintain a healthy lifestyle and retain their independence, supported by access to local services and a range of accommodation options and community facilities and spaces that reflect their needs. This focus area seeks to respond to community feedback and build on existing strengths to enhance: • Access to well-resourced and affordable aged care and health care services within the Shire • Specialist support services for people with dementia and their carers • Networks between local service providers and community based organisations to improve health outcomes for older people • Older peoples nutrition | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Positive Ageing Strategy | Support programs and initiatives aimed at improving older peoples nutrition | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Council had had a limited role in the provision of affordable seniors' rental accommodation. Council has prepared a Local Planning Strategy which has recognised the need for housing affordability across all age groups and is investigating strategies to encourage an increased supply of affordable housing for rent and purchase in the next 20 years. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Encourage adaptable housing during construction and incorporate this into the DCP. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | In particular promote the need for: Medium-high density housing Affordable seniors accommodation | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Investigate the extension of the Affordable Housing Policy to encompass low cost seniors accommodation. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Investigate the extension of the Affordable Housing Policy to encourage low cost seniors accommodation | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Ensure that all internal and external meetings have healthy eating options available | Health and Wellbeing | Healthy/sustainable LG food procurement policies | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | City of Canada Bay Council has elected to provide some direct services in a limited capacity. This service provision recognises the need for access to affordable and nutritious meals; and the benefit of providing social transport options for older people. Council receives some funding from ADHC (Ageing, Disability and Home Care Department) under its HACC (Home and Community Care) program that assists in providing its meals service as well as funding part of the salary of a Community Project Officer. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Continue to work with other food service providers and ADHC on the Food Services Review | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Provides many opportunities to be involved through volunteering. These include being part of a committee, working with meals on wheels or assisting on bus outings for frail people | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Runs one of the areas meals on wheels services, and provides accommodation to Concord Food Services. Council is also working with ADHC, and other food services providers to improve the provision of meals on wheels through the Food Services Review. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | There are many well respected and established services within the City of Canada Bay. There is government funding for Home and Community Care (HACC) services which can assist with things like housework, shopping, transport, personal care and provision of meals. These services can be accessed without a referral and they are aimed not only at the person who requires care, but also to assist primary caregivers. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Actively supports and promotes opportunities for connection within the community. It provides many activities throughout the year to encourage community involvement, such as Ferragosto and the Concord Fair. | Health and Wellbeing | Traditional food cultures | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Council funds "Bayrider" which is coordinated by Drummoyne Community Centre (DCC) and offers a door- to-door service one day a week. Bayrider can take you to the library, the shops, | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| POSITIVE AGEING STRATEGY | Inner West Community Transport (IWCT) provides regular assisted shopping trips and outings. They can also offer individual assistance, providing a car and driver to transport people primarily to health related appointments. IWCT is a state government funded service. | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Positive Ageing Strategy 2011 – 2020 | 23. Apply the strategies developed in the Clarence Valley Affordable Housing Strategy, 200717 | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Clarence Valley | Regional |