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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart City Strategy | the region seeks to re-purpose these capabilities into 21st century growth sectors such as advanced manufacturing, precision health, internet of things and smart agriculture. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Newcastle | Regional |
| Smart City Strategy | Install reverse vending machines to engage the community and provide incentives to reduce waste through a container deposit scheme | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Newcastle | Regional |
| Smart City Strategy | the region seeks to re-purpose these capabilities into 21st century growth sectors such as advanced manufacturing, precision health, internet of things and smart agriculture | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Newcastle | Regional |
| SMRC Liquid Trade Waste | food waste disposal charge | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | 48. Run a program of Master Classes for restaurant and café owners to strengthen delivery of regional produce. | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Run a program of events and Master Classes to encourage relationships between restaurant and café owners and local producers to strengthen delivery of regional produce. C | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | 47. Support local markets and farm gate operators as an important incubator for new producers. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Support local markets and farm gate operators as an important incubator for new producers. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | . Work with NSW Fisheries and Snowy Hydro to ensure a sustainable fishing industry in Lakes Eucumbene and Jindabyne, and further investigate opportunities elsewhere in the region for recreational fishing . | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | ACTION • Partner with bodies such as Australian Regional Tourism to leverage off their National Agritourism Strategy. • Develop an Agritourism Strategy for the region in cooperation with adjoining Councils within the Destination Southern NSW Destination Network. This would look at: the direction needed to sustainably grow the sector; define the barriers constraining farmers and regions from developing agritourism; identify and share practical solutions where barriers have been overcome and define the product gaps in the market. • Assist and encourage new produce operators into the tourism industry by helping with mentoring opportunities and grant funding applications. • Support local markets and farm gate operators as an important incubator for new producers. • Run a program of events and Master Classes to encourage relationships between restaurant and café owners and local producers to strengthen delivery of regional produce. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Development and mentoring opportunities Creating awareness of local producers among chefs and cooks in the region and providing opportunities for them to work together is essential in growing the market for producers and increasing the amount of local produce on menus. Holding tourism business Master Classes can assist in helping those produce businesses who are interested in diversifying into the tourism industry by offering assistance, information and mentoring opportunities. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Game Changer 13. Strengthen the food and agritourism offering across the region | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Game Changer 13. Strengthen the food and agritourism offering across the region 44. Partner with bodies such as Australian Regional Tourism to leverage off their National Agritourism Strategy. 45. Develop an Agritourism Strategy for the region in cooperation with adjoining Councils within the Destination Southern NSW Network. 46. Assist and encourage new produce operators into the tourism industry by helping with mentoring opportunities and grant funding applications. 47. Support local markets and farm gate operators as an important incubator for new producers. 48. Run a program of Master Classes for restaurant and café owners to strengthen delivery of regional produce. Game Changer 14. Invest in the night-time economy 49. Include consideration of night-time impacts and benefits in town beautification projects. 50. Work with Chambers of Commerce to encourage adequate and consistent opening hours and customer service across the region year-round. 51. Develop a night-time economy strategy for Snowy Monaro region. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Savour the Snowies | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Savour the Snowies GAME CHANGER 13: Strengthen the food and agritourism offering across the region Food and wine experiences have become key drivers of destination choice amongst many domestic and international visitors. Traditionally thought of as being simply farm stays and winery visits, the term agritourism now encompasses a wide variety of activities where agriculture and tourism intersect. Agritourism is the act of going to a region to visit a farm or food-related business (including restaurants, markets/events, produce outlets and natural attractions) for enjoyment, education, or to participate in activities and events. Tourism Research Australia and DNSW commissioned a report into Food and Wine Tourism in NSW (2015). Some of the key findings included: • People are becoming increasingly knowledgeable about and engaged in food and wine. They are seeking ‘authentic’ experiences and products. • Having the ability to buy local produce and to take short drives to places of interest nearby to the main destination being visited were also important for a ‘good’ food and wine experience. • Apart from distance from home, the top three factors influencing destination choice were the quality of customer service, the range of accommodation options and the ease of organising the food and wine trip. The Snowy Mountains region has a growing, yet under developed food and wine tourist offer. This market segment would benefit from focussing on not only producing, but also offering that produce locally. There is a need to encourage more producers and suppliers into the market, and to encourage new clusters and experiences e.g. breweries/distilleries, farm visits, and food based events. 27 Potentially in the Snowy Monaro region, the product is available to have visits to trout farm with cooking lessons, truffle hunts, farm-stay accommodation and schnapps/gin distillery tastings. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Savour the Snowies Fresh Produce | Connect with Characters GAME CHANGER 12: Bombala commercial activation An anchor tenant serves as a magnet for other tourism related industries to develop. Having one successful anchor tenant can improve the standards and practices across the whole tourism sector and increase exposure of the town to potential visitors. Bombala has been challenged to increase the businesses in its commercial centre and create a strong proposition for visitors to stop and to stay. Whilst the Monaro Rail Trail could have a significant impact on the town, other experiences could also leverage growth. Bombala is well placed geographically both on a significant travel route and well positioned between Canberra, the coast and Jindabyne. Attracting one strong new experience that is a destination in its own right would be the optimal solution for the town rather than endeavouring to re activate multiple small businesses. Adopting a model such as the Royal Mail Hotel at Dunkeld (VIC); the Sir George Hotel or Long Track Pantry at Jugiong (NSW); or the Prairie Hotel at Parachilna (SA) could work well for Bombala. Investing in rejuvenation of one of the old hotels to attract an ‘anchor tenant’ that creates a destination hotel (with excellent food, wine and accommodation) could underpin the growth in other small businesses to service the destination. ACTION • Work with the Bombala Chamber of Commerce to seek an investor that can revitalise one of the hotels or properties to create a destination through high quality restaurant offering local produce, accommodation and experiences that will attract the Canberra market as well as regional Victoria and NSW. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | The visitor experiences on offer in the Snowy Monaro region bring to life the destination positioning. They are heavily nature oriented (walking tracks, outdoor active, wilderness and national parks) and are strengthened by the towns and villages, local produce | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Theme 4. Savour the Snowies | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Theme 4. Savour the Snowies | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Tourism is a key contributor to the Snowy Mountains region, with visitors drawn to the region for snow sports during the winter and for activities such as bushwalking, fishing | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Town / Community Delegate Population20 352 Town Entry Taglines Experience History Jindabyne (inc East Jindabyne, Crackenback) Michelago Nimmitabel Numeralla Ski Resorts towns 3523 Australia’s Alpine Playground 562 320 258 РGateway to the Monaro Dividing of the Waters Where the Waters Meet РCurrent Product including any hero experience Art (Bundian Way Gallery), heritage (Early Settlers Hut, School of Arts Museum) Outdoor Active (Mountain Biking, skiing, walking, horse riding), fishing Heritage (Railway station) Food Service, heritage Folk Festival Winter adventures Summer walking and biking Tourism Focus РFuture Heritage, Art, Car Touring, Bundian Way Outdoor Active, Accommodation, Car/Bike Touring, Fishing Heritage, bike touring (rail trail) Nature Food Service, heritage Events Winter adventures Summer walking and biking | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Towns and Tourism Focus Each town and village in the Snowy Monaro LGA has its own unique qualities and attributes. Town / Community Adaminaby (inc Old Adaminaby, Angler Reach, Providence Portal) Berridale Population19 332 Town Entry Taglines Big Trout Country Current Product including any hero experience Fishing, heritage (Snowy Museum) Horse riding 1197 Heart of the Snowies Bredbo Bombala 352 1387 Village of Poplars Australia’s Platypus Country Cooma 6681 Capital of the Snowy Mountains Dalgety 205 On the banks of the Snowy River 19 2016 Census Quick Stats – SSC (State / Suburb) Food and wine (Shut the Gate), art (Pauline Coxon and Lucy Rose), retail Food, Retail (Christmas Barn) Nature (Platypus, riverside), heritage (Burnima Homestead, machinery shed) Services, heritage (Gaol and Railway, Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre), retail (Birds Nest), Art Heritage, nature (Snowy River) Art, Retail, Food Tourism Focus РFuture Fishing, Heritage, Car/Bike Touring, Outdoor Active, Key DMP Projects Lake Eucumbene Trail, heritage interpretation, drive touring, beautification and streetscaping, fishing industry support Heritage interpretation, beautification and streetscaping, drive touring Food, brand aligned events Monaro Rail Trail, Christmas and Wind Festival, streetscaping and beautification Heritage, Outdoor Active, Car/bike/motorbike Touring, Food Service, Heritage, Accommodation, Outdoor Active, Car Touring Heritage, Outdoor Active, Food, Car Touring | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Work with NSW Fisheries and Snowy Hydro to ensure a sustainable fishing industry in Lakes Eucumbene and Jindabyne, and further investigate opportunities elsewhere in the region for recreational fishing. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | 47. Support local markets and farm gate operators as an important incubator for new producers. | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Destination Management Plan | Support local markets and farm gate operators as an important incubator for new producers. | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 Р2022 | “Engines of Growth” – activities linked to external markets and opportunities beyond the bounds of the Region, like agriculture, manufacturing and tourism | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 Р2022 | 2. Cultivate the Region’s ‘Engines of Growth’ Specialisations in Agriculture, Forestry and Wood Products | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 Р2022 | cultivate the Region’s ‘Engines of Growth’ specialisations in agriculture, forestry and wood products | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 Р2022 | Diverse specialised skill sets – the sub-industry data suggests Snowy Monaro workers present a diverse range of regional specialisations, spanning: tourism, agriculture, forestry, power generation, manufacturing, support services, education, retail and healthcare. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 Р2022 | These strengths inform the strategic elements: 1. develop the Region’s year-round tourism offering and accessibility from major markets 2. cultivate the Region’s ‘Engines of Growth’ specialisations in agriculture, forestry and wood products 3. promote skills acquisition and industrial land development to strengthen the Region’s employment base 4. Grow the Population to deepen the Region’s internal markets for goods, services and labour. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |