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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | Key Projects • Upgrade of the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | Nammoona Industrial Precinct The Nammoona Industrial Precinct is anticipated to generate employment, business activity and revenue for the local community with the Richmond Valley well placed to strengthen its position as the industry and transport hub of the Northern Rivers. The precinct has been identified as its key industrial expansion zone by Council in the Richmond Valley. Not only do we see multimillion dollar upgrades and expansions across the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange, the Nammoona Waste Facility and the Northern Co-operative Meat Company, the precinct is also home to DTM Timber and Riverina Stock Feeds and Council is actively pursuing new technology investments in the waste-to-energy sector for this precinct. Approximately 60 hectares of vacant industrial land has been zoned suitable for an intermodal facility and distribution centre which Council is keen to see activated. The economic growth of the region is a key objective for the Richmond Valley community and investments of this nature therefore have a high level of priority within Council’s Community Strategic Plan. Opportunities for an intermodal and rail terminal have been clearly identified and investors actively sought. Both projects are continuing to progress. If both projects were to be realised significant employment opportunities and economic benefits to our Council and the region would ensue. This would encourage other industries to consider setting up in or around the precinct, and provide a growth environment where ancillary businesses can benefit from the enhanced economic activity. As a community leader, Council must look to secure its area’s future by providing opportunities for industry growth and employment for generations to come and this precinct is a source of significant optimism in regard to the opportunities it could deliver. | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange • Support the beef industry through the sustainable running of the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange • Successful completion of the upgrade project | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | Partner with the State Government to support the local agricultural sector and associated value-adding industries, such as the NSW Sugar Mill and Richmond Dairies at Casino | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | The Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange is financially sustainable | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | Upgrade of the Jabiru Geneebeinga Wetlands The Jabiru Geneebeinga Wetlands on Queensland Road Casino was developed as a bicentenary project in 1988. The wetlands are in need of renewal and Council will work with interested groups in the community to develop a plan which will enable grant funding to be sought. The opportunity exists for this precinct to become an important regional tourist destination as it also includes the Casino Golf Course and Casino Mini-rail. Richmond Dairies is developing a project in conjunction with Southern Cross University to utilise the land they currently use for grazing to expand the Wetlands and provide improved processes for effluent management, to enhance the existing wetlands. | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | Upgrade of the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange The long-awaited multi-million dollar upgrade of the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange (NRLX) commenced construction in June 2017. Wiley & Co Pty Ltd secured the tender with the innovative proposal that will deliver Council’s requirements of roof structure, gate and pen upgrades, walkways, stormwater management, electrical upgrades, perimeter fencing, security and soft flooring. Council had scope to negotiate with Wiley & Co for further improvements in Stage 1, to utilise the full $7 million budget. Options under consideration included semi-automated drafting, automated gates, power upgrades, improvement of the existing roof, and resolving flooring issues in the post-sale holding yards The improvements will result in the highest animal welfare and work, health and safety standards, thus strengthening the reputation of the NRLX as the number one facility on the North Coast. | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | Partner with the State Government to grow agricultural and freight links along the Summerland Way corridor to South East Queensland | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | The precinct has been identified as its key industrial expansion zone by Council in the Richmond Valley. Not only do we see multimillion dollar upgrades and expansions across the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange, the Nammoona Waste Facility and the Northern Co-operative Meat Company, the precinct is also home to DTM Timber and Riverina Stock Feeds and Council is actively pursuing new technology investments in the waste-to-energy sector for this precinct. Approximately 60 hectares of vacant industrial land has been zoned suitable for an intermodal facility and distribution centre which Council is keen to see activated. | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | • Investigate a Food Organics Program for commercial and retail businesses | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Richmond Valley Made 2030 Community Strategic Plan | Nammoona Industrial Precinct The Nammoona Industrial Precinct is anticipated to generate employment, business activity and revenue for the local community with the Richmond Valley well placed to strengthen its position as the industry and transport hub of the Northern Rivers. The precinct has been identified as its key industrial expansion zone by Council in the Richmond Valley. Not only do we see multimillion dollar upgrades and expansions across the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange, the Nammoona Waste Facility and the Northern Co-operative Meat Company, the precinct is also home to DTM Timber and Riverina Stock Feeds and Council is actively pursuing new technology investments in the waste-to-energy sector for this precinct | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Richmond Valley | Regional |
| Right to Farm Policy | 5 Reason To assist in community awareness of the importance of agriculture to Cabonne and to assist, in particular lifestyle / hobby farm investors. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Cabonne | Regional |
| Right to Farm Policy | 5 Reason To assist in community awareness of the importance of agriculture to Cabonne and to assist, in particular lifestyle / hobby farm investors. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Cabonne | Regional |
| Right to Farm Policy | 5 Reason To assist in community awareness of the importance of agriculture to Cabonne and to assist, in particular lifestyle / hobby farm investors. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Cabonne | Regional |
| RIGHT TO FARM POLICY | POLICY OBJECTIVE Greater Hume Shire is predominantly a rural shire and much of its local economy is built on the strength and viability of the many rural and agricultural industries operating in the shire. On this basis, this policy outlines Council’s position on the ‘right to farm’ and the many issues associated with farming that may be impinged upon by urban expansion or expectations. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Greater Hume | Regional |
| RIGHT TO FARM POLICY | POLICY OBJECTIVE Greater Hume Shire is predominantly a rural shire and much of its local economy is built on the strength and viability of the many rural and agricultural industries operating in the shire. On this basis, this policy outlines Council’s position on the ‘right to farm’ and the many issues associated with farming that may be impinged upon by urban expansion or expectations. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Greater Hume | Regional |
| RIGHT TO FARM POLICY | POLICY OBJECTIVE Greater Hume Shire is predominantly a rural shire and much of its local economy is built on the strength and viability of the many rural and agricultural industries operating in the shire. On this basis, this policy outlines Council’s position on the ‘right to farm’ and the many issues associated with farming that may be impinged upon by urban expansion or expectations. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Greater Hume | Regional |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | A community garden could be a feasible outcome in Moreland where certain conditions are met and a committee is established to manage the space. Council could consider ROW as community gardens when the following conditions are all met. Where the ROW is unconstructed and no longer required for public access, services and Council purposes. Where a community garden would not affect any existing easements, and all service authorities have been consulted and given their approval for the establishment of a community garden. Where a committee of management has been established for the management and maintenance of the garden so Council has no responsible for maintenance. Where water is available. Full public access is maintained where community gardens are established. It is designed in accordance with the crime prevention through environmental design principles. Outcomes: A29. Support for the development of community gardens in Council owned ROW where they are no longer required for accessibility and are suitable for that purpose, and where a committee is set up to have sole responsibility for maintenance. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | Community Garden ROW are a specific use of a ROW that, if approved by Council, will have their own Committee of Management set up to maintain and manage them. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | Offers a good quality location for alternate uses such as open space, or a community garden. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | This Strategy considers ROW short cuts to Moreland’s open spaces and ROW locations that may be activated as open space community gardens | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | This strategy does however change the current practice of maintenance and upkeep of unconstructed ROW. Council will assume responsibility to maintain all Class 1, 2, 3 and 4 ROW until constructed or sold, other than those designated as approved community gardens | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | Update the Council’s Road Management Plan to include maintenance of all constructed and unconstructed ROW other than those approved for community gardens. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | A community garden could be a feasible outcome in Moreland where certain conditions are met and a committee is established to manage the space. Council could consider ROW as community gardens when the following conditions are all met. Where the ROW is unconstructed and no longer required for public access, services and Council purposes. Where a community garden would not affect any existing easements, and all service authorities have been consulted and given their approval for the establishment of a community garden. Where a committee of management has been established for the management and maintenance of the garden so Council has no responsible for maintenance. Where water is available. Full public access is maintained where community gardens are established. It is designed in accordance with the crime prevention through environmental design principles. Outcomes: A29. Support for the development of community gardens in Council owned ROW where they are no longer required for accessibility and are suitable for that purpose, and where a committee is set up to have sole responsibility for maintenance. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | Community Garden ROW are a specific use of a ROW that, if approved by Council, will have their own Committee of Management set up to maintain and manage them. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | Offers a good quality location for alternate uses such as open space, or a community garden. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | This Strategy considers ROW short cuts to Moreland’s open spaces and ROW locations that may be activated as open space community gardens | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | This strategy does however change the current practice of maintenance and upkeep of unconstructed ROW. Council will assume responsibility to maintain all Class 1, 2, 3 and 4 ROW until constructed or sold, other than those designated as approved community gardens | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Rights of Way Strategy 2011 – 2021 (Including 2018 Supplement) | Update the Council’s Road Management Plan to include maintenance of all constructed and unconstructed ROW other than those approved for community gardens. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |