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 |
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| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 Р2020/21 | 2. ECONOMIC Significant economic challenges and issues that have influenced the composition of the community’s Economic strategies include: РThe need to connect our communities by bitumen roads to encourage economic growth and development in all industries. РInvestigation of and encouragement of other potentially viable industries such as tourism and an abattoir. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Brewarrina | Regional |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 | Objective 2.1: Strengthening agriculture and existing local industries and exploring other options Strategies Council Delivery Program Actions 2.1.1 Elevate the need for bitumen access from Brewarrina / Goodooga / Hebel 2.1.2 Assist and encourage the development of new business 2.1.3 Actively promote and encourage development industry Lobby government for funding for project Development Information Package for business Liaise with existing business Report on opportunities and options Responsible Officer/ Department GM CSM GM / CSM GM Measures Funding success and implementation of program Access to information / programs for business Review Economic and Tourism Strategy Attraction of new business and encourage development 2017 / 2018 X 2018 / 2019 X 2019 / 2020 X 2020 / 2021 X X X X X X X X X X | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Brewarrina | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2017/18 – 2020/21 (Budget) | • Urban Development – Household Size – Housing Density – Housing Diversity – Housing Affordability – Supporting Infrastructure | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Camden | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2017/18 – 2020/21 (Budget) | A wide range of community education programs continue to be delivered to our community through topics such as love food-hate waste, save power kits, wood smoke reduction, keep litter out of the river, and food hygiene for the business community. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Camden | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2017/18 – 2020/21 (Budget) | A wide range of community education programs continue to be delivered to our community through topics such as love food-hate waste, save power kits, wood smoke reduction, keep litter out of the river, and food hygiene for the business community. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Camden | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2017/18 – 2020/21 (Budget) | A wide range of community education programs continue to be delivered to our community through topics such as love food-hate waste, save power kits, wood smoke reduction, keep litter out of the river, and food hygiene for the business community. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Camden | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 Р2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | 4. Expansion of employment and other opportunities based on the Shire’s natural assets, strong agricultural base and tourism potential. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | 5. A strong and viable agricultural sector supported by the protection and preservation of agricultural assets and resources. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | Delivery Program Action GR7.1 Pursue agri-business development through the Economic Development Strategy 19/20 Operational Plan Action Category Responsibility Program Conduct quarterly agri-business networking events Develop and implement an industry development strategy and action plan for the agri-business sector Facilitate the Food Innovation Australia Limited (FIAL) Program for the Wollondilly agri-business sector* | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 Р2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | GR7. Agriculture CSP Strategy РEncourage and support agriculture and associated industries so that they continue to be a productive, sustainable and integral part of our economy, community, landscape and environment CSP Theme Sustainable and Balanced Growth Principle Activity Responsibility Key Stakeholders and External Partners GR7 Agriculture • Executive Director Community Services and Corporate Support; • Director Planning. • Sydney Peri urban network; • Department of Primary Industries; • Farmers’ Federation NSW; • Western Sydney Councils – City Deal Group; • Rural Industries Liaison Advisory Committee; • ECDEV advisory committee; • Councillors; • Tourism Committee. Key Documents • Economic Development Strategy; • Poultry Industry Action Paper; • Good Neighbour Charter; • SPUN Action Plan; • Agricultural Fact Sheet; • Wollondilly Rural Living Handbook; • Western Sydney City Deal. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 Р2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | Strategy GR7 – Agriculture Encourage and support agriculture and associated industries so that they continue to be a productive, sustainable and integral part of our economy, community, landscape and environment. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 Р2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | Tourism & Economic Development There is opportunity and a community desire to strengthen and support tourism in the Shire. Wollondilly’s amazing environmental and cultural assets, its agricultural landscapes, and its proximity to Sydney provide great potential to harness and encourage opportunities for agri-tourism, eco-tourism, adventure tourism, bushwalking, cycling, day visitation | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 Р2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | Tourism Opportunities There is opportunity and a community desire to strengthen and support tourism in the Shire. Wollondilly’s enormous environmental and cultural assets, its agricultural landscapes, and its proximity to Sydney provide great potential to harness and encourage opportunities for agri-tourism, eco-tourism, adventure tourism, bushwalking, cycling, day visitation, and tourism associated with events and festivals. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | 2. Viable agriculture Agriculture and associated industries are encouraged and supported and continue to be a productive, sustainable and integral part of our economy, our community and our landscape. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | Delivery Program Action GR7.1 Pursue agri-business development through the Economic Development Strategy 19/20 Operational Plan Action Category Responsibility Program Conduct quarterly agri-business networking events Develop and implement an industry development strategy and action plan for the agri-business sector Facilitate the Food Innovation Australia Limited (FIAL) Program for the Wollondilly agri-business sector* | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | EN7.1 Convene and facilitate Rural Industry Community Advisory Committee | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | EN7.3 Pursue Agricultural Enterprise Credits Scheme | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | EN7.4 Advance corporate and community knowledge relating to agricultural issues through partnership approaches | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | Engage and consult with the Rural Industry Community Advisory Committee (RICAC) | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 Р2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | GR7. Agriculture CSP Strategy РEncourage and support agriculture and associated industries so that they continue to be a productive, sustainable and integral part of our economy, community, landscape and environment CSP Theme Sustainable and Balanced Growth Principle Activity Responsibility Key Stakeholders and External Partners GR7 Agriculture • Executive Director Community Services and Corporate Support; • Director Planning. • Sydney Peri urban network; • Department of Primary Industries; • Farmers’ Federation NSW; • Western Sydney Councils – City Deal Group; • Rural Industries Liaison Advisory Committee; • ECDEV advisory committee; • Councillors; • Tourism Committee. Key Documents • Economic Development Strategy; • Poultry Industry Action Paper; • Good Neighbour Charter; • SPUN Action Plan; • Agricultural Fact Sheet; • Wollondilly Rural Living Handbook; • Western Sydney City Deal. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | GR8.3 Advocate for agribusiness opportunities linked to the new Western Sydney Airport through the Western Sydney City Deal opportunities | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | Joint project with research institute to commence Quarter 2 | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 Р2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | Strategy GR7 – Agriculture Encourage and support agriculture and associated industries so that they continue to be a productive, sustainable and integral part of our economy, community, landscape and environment. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | GR4.1 Develop strategies to increase housing diversity and affordability | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | Managing Growth The Wollondilly Shire continues to face unprecedented growth, which brings with it many challenges. Council is committed to balancing the need for affordable housing and economic development with the protection of the area’s unique natural beauty. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | 2. Viable agriculture Agriculture and associated industries are encouraged and supported and continue to be a productive, sustainable and integral part of our economy, our community and our landscape. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | 4. Diverse environment The Shire’s diverse environmental assets, including its waterways and catchments, natural areas, biodiversity and agricultural lands are valued and protected because of their environmental significance. 5. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | 5. A strong and viable agricultural sector supported by the protection and preservation of agricultural assets and resources. S | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | EN7. Agricultural Land and Capability CSP Strategy – Protect agricultural land and the natural resources which support agricultural capability CSP Theme Caring for the Environment Principle Activity Responsibility Key Stakeholders and External Partners EN7 Agricultural Land and Capability • Executive Director Community Services and Corporate Support; • Director Planning. • Peri urban network; • Department of Primary Industries; • Farmers’ Federation NSW; • Western Sydney Councils – City Deal Group; • Rural Industries Liaison Advisory Committee; • ECDEV advisory committee; • Councillors; • Tourism Committee. Key Documents 94 • Economic Development Strategy; • Poultry Industry Action Paper; • Good Neighbour Charter; • SPUN Action Plan; • Agricultural Fact Sheet; • Wollondilly Rural Living Handbook; • Draft Western Sydney City Deal. Delivery | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |
| DELIVERY PROGRAM 2017/18 – 2020/21 OPERATIONAL PLAN 2019/20 | EN7.2 Consider Peri-Urban Resilience and Agricultural Support Strategies or needs in the LEP | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Wollondilly | Metropolitan |