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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Provided seven Food Safety Seminars for local retail food businesses | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Cumberland | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | 15 per cent of all new development in growth precincts is affordable housing. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Percentage of affordable housing in all new development in growth precincts | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | • 55,000 meals on wheels delivered • 260 meals on wheel volunteers | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | 16 participating businesses receiving more than 9,000 farm visits at Open Farm Day April 2019 | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | A holistic program to support people with intellectual disability to develop a range of practical life skills through meal preparation training and building their knowledge on healthy eating. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Council’s website and subsites for Edendale Community Environment Farm, Youth Services, Hurstbridge Farmers Market | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | A regular community lunch in the Bankstown CBD prepared by volunteers from across the different communities within the LGA. Lunch will be provided to anyone from the community to come along where residents can enjoy a meal together. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Hurstbridge Farmers Markets agreement in place with Diamond Valley Community Support Inc. | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Children living in families affected by mental illness will attend a respite day of fun, food and peer support during the school holidays. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Local community and farmers’ markets and festivals | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Gardening activities from ‘Seeding with Seniors’ an innovative approach to reduce social isolation and address environmental sustainability and food security challenges in local neighbourhoods by bringing volunteers and the frail aged community together. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Home Harvest Picnic 2019 – a feast of Nillumbik’s finest local produce There are many proud local food growers in the community and on Sunday 31 March 2019, Nillumbik celebrated the autumn harvest and its local produce at the Council hosted 2019 Home Harvest Picnic at Edendale Community Environment Farm in Eltham. Over 300 people attended and shared the delicious food, festive music and sunshine. Case study Northern Business Achievement Awards – recognising Nillumbik’s business high achievers Two Nillumbik businesses walked away winners at the 2019 Northern Business Achievement Awards (NBAA). A partnership of industry, education and local and state government, the awards recognise the business achievements of small to medium enterprises and encourage growth, excellence and competitiveness. The NBAA Customer Service Award went to Doreen-based Balashi Flowers and Eltham’s The Project Office and Enesys received the Sustainability and Environment Award. Balashi Flowers is a family agribusiness growing flowers for public sale, while The Project Office and Enesys specialises in engineering and project management services with a focus on environmental solutions. In another great result, Andrew Campbell from The Optimal Health Lab in Eltham received Nillumbik’s Young Business Achiever Award for 2018. The awards are presented annually and bring together business nominees from across the six northern councils. The event was made possible through a partnership between Nillumbik Shire Council, Banyule City Council, Local Food Connect, Nillumbik Health and Eltham High School. This community meal, complete with pre-prepared picnic baskets for purchase, was held on the lawns of Edendale with a backdrop of live music, various produce displays and sustainable food information sessions. Eltham High School catering students, under the guidance of a professional Chef, assembled the mostly home grown and donated produce for the crowds to enjoy in the shared picnic atmosphere. | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Meals on Wheels (MOW) service | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | In addition, Council provides sustainable agriculture rebates to promote sustainable agricultural practices, as well as to private land owners with Trust for Nature covenants on their property. | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | To assist disadvantaged residents to increase their community connections, develop horticulture skills and gain work experience. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Review the Invasive Species Action Plan* A range of programs are being delivered to control pest plants and animals on Council and private land in order to protect biodiversity and conserve our natural resources. Actions undertaken included roadside weed control, blackberry spraying and planning for the annual rabbit control program. Collaboration continues with government agencies and Landcare to strategically manage invasive species. Landowners continue to be supported through the Land Management Incentive Program and Sustainable Agricultural Rebates | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | To provide a series of Salsa Dancing sessions for people over 65 who are at risk of social isolation, including for those with low mobility. The sessions would also include a social lunch at each meeting. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Sustainable Agriculture Rebate Trust for Nature Covenant Rebate Measure Number of grants to individuals or community groups Value of grants Number of agricultural businesses receiving the rebate Value of rebate Number of properties receiving the rebate Value of rebate 24 | Nillumbik Shire Council Annual Report 2018-2019 | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | To support youth with intellectual disability to take part in horticultural activities for them to enjoy the many health and social benefits of gardening. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Undertake community development and capacity building activities from the Ageing Strategy which address the needs of older people: • Meals on Wheels, | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | A holistic program to support people with intellectual disability to develop a range of practical life skills through meal preparation training and building their knowledge on healthy eating. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Active Canterbury-Bankstown Program • Through a series of programs and events, encourage residents to participate in and enjoy physical activity including the Active Canterbury-Bankstown Program • Implement measures that support and promote healthy eating and reduction of obesity • Active Canterbury-Bankstown had highly successful holiday programs, sporting clinics and programs for specific causes with over 800 participants by partnering with local sporting organisations, community organisations and state sporting bodies • Active Canterbury-Bankstown also partnered with Sydney Knights and Sydney Thunder to run holiday skills clinics in basketball and cricket respectively • Monthly newsletter distributed and high engagement via Facebook • Activities were incorporated into Youth Week, Mental Health Week, Nutritional, Seniors Week, and the Tennis and Bowls Days | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Encourage healthy eating and active lifestyles. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Expanding award-winning food safety workshops to local school canteens | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Promote healthy eating and target obesity | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | To support youth with intellectual disability to take part in horticultural activities for them to enjoy the many health and social benefits of gardening. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | 103,290 visits to Edendale Community Environment Farm 10,380 participants in environmental education programs at Edendale Community Environment Farm | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018-2019 | Workshops held in various local community gardens | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | 16 participating businesses receiving more than 9,000 farm visits at Open Farm Day April 2019 | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Nillumbik | Metropolitan |