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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | LE4 Implement water security measures and support water storage projects to ensure dependable water supplies for local agriculture and the Shire. | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | NE8 Ensure that natural water resources remain clean and healthy and secure, and that supplies are allocated equitably. Activity I2.1 Action Manage water assets in line with best practice standards. Implement the Water Treatment Works Operational Plan and upgrade Drinking Water Management System. 1. Complete monthly review of operational water monitoring. 2. Complete annual review of drinking water quality. 3. Implement actions of Drinking Water System Improvement Plan. Maintain water supply to Forbes township. Plan for 100% compliance of ADWQ compliance with chemical and microbiological monitoring. Maintain a water supply to Ootha village. Ongoing monitoring of system and routine maintenance and repairs to ensure water is available. | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | DIRECTION 4 – RURAL AND URBAN LANDUSE Our rural and urban land uses are carefully planned and managed to acknowledge the importance of local agriculture and accommodate growth, diversity and amenity in our town and villages. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | NE1 Provide education and other programs to support the protection and enhancement of biodiversity, responsible land management and sustainable agricultural practices. Activity E1.4 Foster learning about and celebrate the Shire’s natural resources. Action Partner in environmental education programs provided by organisations such as Central West Local Land Services, Landcare and Environment and Waterways Alliance. 1. Attend Landcare and Environment and Waterways meetings and participate in Central West Local Land Services regional initiatives. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | RU1 Ensure that strategic land use planning for the Shire acknowledges the importance of our rural character and agricultural activities. Activity E2.3 Action Sustainable land use, planning and development Provide a development application pre-lodgement service. Finalise the Floodplain Management Plan and implement the recommendations. 1. Draft Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan on public exhibition. 2. Adopt Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | RU5 Develop a co-operative approach between government agencies and landholders to identify and preserve prime agricultural land. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | RU5 Develop a co-operative approach between government agencies and landholders to identify and preserve prime agricultural land. Activity Action Strategy addressed as part of LE5 (ED1.4). | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL NE1 Provide education and other programs to support the protection and enhancement of biodiversity, responsible land management and sustainable agricultural practices. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL RU1 Ensure that strategic land use planning for the Shire acknowledges the importance of our rural character and agricultural activities. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | Implement a targeted agribusiness promotional program. 1. Work with surrounding councils and Centroc to deliver outcomes of the RDA Central West regional plan for agribusiness including for issues such as new processors and for water security. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable water management in food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | LE4 Implement water security measures and support water storage projects to ensure dependable water supplied for local agriculture and the Shire. Activity Action Strategy addressed as part of LE1 (ED1.1). | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable water management in food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | LE4 Implement water security measures and support water storage projects to ensure dependable water supplies for local agriculture and the Shire. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable water management in food production | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | Complete capital improvements to Central West Livestock Exchange within business requirements and budget. | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | LE5 Ensure the long term viability and growth of our regional livestock exchange. | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | LE5 Ensure the long term viability and growth of our regional livestock exchange. Activity Action ED1.2 Efficient commercial management of Central West Livestock Exchange. ED1.4 Influence the protection and enhancement of the agricultural supply chain to increase economic output and sustain employment in the Shire. Implement the Central West Livestock Exchange Operational Plan to budget. Investigate future opportunities for market growth for Central West Livestock Exchange. Undertake Industry profiling and gap analysis of local agricultural sector. 1. Six monthly reports from REMPLAN including consultation with Industry groups and relevant State Government organisations. Engage with other stakeholders to increase agricultural supply chain protections. 1. 2. Initiate at least three contacts with Local Members to lobby for increased agricultural supply chain protections. Initiate at least three contacts with State and Federal Government departments to increase agricultural supply chain protections. 3. Attend the quarterly meeting with the Centroc Economic Development forum. | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | Undertake maintenance at the Central West Livestock Exchange within budget. | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | Engage with other stakeholders to increase agricultural supply chain protections. 1. 2. Initiate at least three contacts with Local Members to lobby for increased agricultural supply chain protections. Initiate at least three contacts with State and Federal Government departments to increase agricultural supply chain protections. 3. Attend the quarterly meeting with the Centroc Economic Development forum | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | Ensure that local roads are optimised to allow for better freight movement to farms and distribution points. | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | IS9 Ensure that local roads are optimised to allow for better freight movement to farms and distribution points. Activity Action ED3.4 Create opportunities for warehousing, freight and distribution to Eastern Seaboard ports/airports. Lobby Government for improved freight corridors. 1. Ongoing participation In Parkes Logistics Hub meetings 2. Participate in the Newell Highway Taskforce 3. Initiate a least three contacts with State and Federal Government departments, Local Members and other stakeholders to lobby for improved freight corridors. | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | 1. Work with surrounding councils and Centroc to deliver outcomes of the RDA Central West regional plan for agribusiness including for issues such as new processors and for water security. | Sustainability and Environment | Local, sustainable food processing | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | 3. Attend the quarterly meeting with the Centroc Economic Development forum. | Sustainability and Environment | Food supply and food system resilience | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | LE4 Implement water security measures and support water storage projects to ensure dependable water supplies for local agriculture and the Shire. | Sustainability and Environment | Food supply and food system resilience | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | Implement a food safety program in accordance with the NSW Food Authority. 1. Participate in the Scores On Doors program. 2. Undertake annual food premises inspection program. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Forbes | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | PP.2.1 There are affordable housing options for all through a diversity of mechanisms including increased public and community housing | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | We have a mixture of affordable sustainable housing options for all in our community | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | Local food growing, sharing and education initiatives are supported and developed | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | RE.3.2 Alternative farming systems are employed with examples including cooperative farming and land share RE.3.3 Farming practices are financially and environmentally sustainable | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | RE.3.4 Agriculture is a valued part of our economy | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | the service Environment – Noxious Plants supports at a low level the strategic direction RE.1.6 – Our families are able to support themselves locally in that the control of noxious weeds assists the farming industry which supports local families through jobs and economic activity. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017 – 2021 | We have a sustainable local farming sector that provides us with healthy, fresh food | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |