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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 Р2022 | • Heritage, cultural and agritourism. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 – 2022 | Heritage, cultural and agri-tourism. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 – 2022 | Investigate recreational fishing and adventure sports tourism opportunities. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | 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 | Local food producers | 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 | Local food producers | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 Р2022 | Develop a business case for upgrading Cooma’s Saleyard. | Economic Development | Local food producers | 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 | Local food producers | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 – 2022 | Work with Ausindustry and NSW Department of Industry to improve trade connectors for producers in the region. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| Snowy Monaro Regional Economic Development Strategy 2018 – 2022 | Develop a business case for upgrading Cooma’s Saleyard. | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Snowy Monaro | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | 10. THEME 3: FOOD AND AGRITOURISM • 10.1. OVERVIEW Food and agritourism experiences have moved beyond being a trip necessity to, in many cases, being a key motivator for visit. With the development of supporting food and agritourism products behind the recent growth of many regional destinations, there is an opportunity for Snowy Valleys to capitalise on the abundance and diversity of its local produce to create contemporary, motivating experiences that will drive visitation to the region. 10.2. GAME CHANGER PROJECTS CIDERY EXPERIENCE, BATLOW The former Mountain Maid cannery building in Batlow presents an opportunity to create a food and beverage experience with a strong link to the local produce history of the region. Development of a cidery with associated tasting and food experiences would be ideal given the prominence of Batlow as an apple region. This would clearly be led by the private sector, but Council could assist in facilitating this investment. TUMUT RIVER BREWERY DESTINATION DEVELOPMENT The existing Tumut River Brewing Co has extensive plans underway to expand its current establishment and product offer which have the potential to create a signature destination food and beverage experience for Tumut. In particular, key expansion plans to be supported include: • Venue expansion; • Onsite coffee roasting; • Site tours and merchandise; | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | 10.3. FOOD AND AGRITOURISM PROJECTS | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | 7.2. VISION 2022 Snowy Valleys will be known as the freshwater capital of Australia and a premier cycling destination, with stunning vistas, clean air, premium local food, and an abundance of natural beauty. Snowy Valleys is the ultimate escape for adventurers and quiet seekers alike; with a rich offering of places to explore and connect with the land. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | ACTION 1.14 Support investment in farm gate development and investigate the establishment of a farm gate trail. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Continue to develop the Snowy Valleys food events calendar with a focus on multi day experiential events and the expansion and increased promotion of existing signature food events held in the region. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Ensure Council is facilitative of and supports business operators to develop new and expand existing food and beverage experiences including reducing red tape and barriers. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Establish a working group to develop a new iconic food trail event for the Snowy Valleys. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Expansion of the brewery as a tourism product offer including: • Venue expansion; • Onsite coffee roasting; • Brewery Destination Development • Tumut 1 Site tours and merchandise; Local artist performances, acoustic sessions and themed nights; • Gourmet Pizza Restaurant; • Regional information/promotional area; and | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Food events calendar | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Four Seasons in the Snowys Food Trail Event | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Project 28 – Regional Agritourism Trail. Snowy Valleys Council Product Development: 1-2 $10,000 | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Project 31 РFour Seasons in the Snowys Food Trail Event ACTION 1.58 food trail event for the Snowy Valleys. Project 32 РFood events calendar ACTION 1.59 Support the expansion and promotion of signature events showcasing food in the region. Project 34 – Brungle and Snowy Valleys Indigenous Attractions Snowy Valleys Council Product Development: 2-3 $30,000 Snowy Valleys Council, Private sector Snowy Valleys Council, Events 2-3 РEstablish a working group to develop a new iconic | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | region. This could involve reinvigorating and expanding the former “Southern Harvest Trail” partnership. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Regional Agritourism Trail Council wide 2 There is an opportunity to capitalise on the growing interest from local producers to open up their farms to agritourism by developing an updated ‘Farm Gate Trail‘, covering the whole | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Regionally, the new alliance with Destination Riverina Murray provides a significant directional shift in regional branding for Snowy Valleys Council, with a move away from a primarily snow-based product, to a focus on a wider range of nature-based tourism, touring, rivers and waterways and food and agritourism. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT In addition to the economic and marketing impact, Council encourages the inception of new and development of existing events that are consistent with the following themes: • Nature based (e.g. fishing, hiking/walking); • Heritage and Culture (e.g. Indigenous experiences); • Cycling (e.g. mountain biking, road cycling); and • Food & Agritourism (e.g. local produce, farm experiences, wineries, breweries). | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS FOR SNOWY VALLEYS Key strategic considerations for the Snowy Valleys Destination Management Plan include: • Capitalising on iconic natural assets through creating signature attractions and investing in infrastructure to support recreational use; • Leveraging from Snowy Valleys emerging strength in cycling; • Developing experiences and products that will drive visitation to the region including food and agritourism, heritage and motivating accommodation; | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | STRATEGIC TOURISM DEVELOPMENT THEMES Key strategic development themes for Snowy Valleys Council are provided below, which address the overarching issues and opportunities for tourism development. 1. Leveraging from iconic nature assets; 2. Creating a premier cycling destination; 3. Showcasing regional produce through contemporary food and agritourism experiences; | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Support investment in farm gate development and investigate the establishment of a farm gate trail. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | Support the expansion and promotion of signature events showcasing food in the region. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |
| SNOWY VALLEYS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN | The former Mountain Maid cannery building in Batlow presents an opportunity to create a food and beverage experience with a strong link to the local produce history of the region. Development of a cidery with associated tasting and food experiences would be ideal given the prominence of Batlow as an apple region. This would clearly be led by the private sector, but Council could assist in facilitating this investment. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Snowy Valleys | Regional |