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 2018-2021 | Council has a statutory responsibility to implement its responsibilities under various Acts and Regulations to achieve the longterm health of our environment and wellbeing of our community. Council also acts as the delegate regulator on behalf of other levels of Government in some issues, such as food safety inspections. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Canterbury Bankstown | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | 1.2.4. Plan for a diversity of housing across the full range of income levels, including Affordable Housing to support people who work in essential services. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Affordable Housing’ | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Delivery Program Achievements 20192021 Advocate to State Government and developers for the provision of a diversity of housing supply. Planning Proposal prepared to implement the recommendations of the Affordable Housing Study. Affordable Housing Policy reviewed and updated. Tenant satisfaction levels maintained. Occupancy levels maintained. 26 Tenant satisfaction levels maintained. Occupancy levels maintained. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Ensure the affordable housing portfolio is well maintained and available for use, minimising any vacancies. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Manage Council’s affordable housing property portfolio. Oversee the transfer of properties dedicated through Voluntary Planning Agreements. Delivery Program Achievements 20192021 Recommendations of the review implemented. Responsible Monitor Reserve balance and acquire more properties to add to the existing portfolio where possible. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Operational Plan Achievements 20182019 Advocate to State Government and developers for the provision of a diversity of housing supply. Affordable Housing Study prepared to inform the preparation of a Planning Proposal and program for Canada Bay. Monitor annually. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Operational Plan Achievements 20182019 Review into the implications of the conclusion of the National Rental Affordability Scheme grants completed. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Operational Plan Action 2018-2019 1 Develop and implement policies, programs and planning controls that promote the development of housing for all income levels, including affordable housing. 2 Monitor the implementation of Council’s Affordable Housing Policy. 3 Oversee the management of the Affordable Housing Program by managing | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Deliver Council coordinated major and significant events: Concord Carnival Ferragosto | Health and Wellbeing | Traditional food cultures | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | 2.1.3. Operational Plan Action 2018-2019 Facilitate and support community gardens across the City. 6 Operational Plan Achievements 20182019 Community Garden Policy reviewed. Rhodes Five senses garden completed. A mobile community garden developed. Delivery Program Achievements 20192021 Number of community gardens increased. Support continued for community garden groups. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Participation in the Rhodes Community and mobile garden developed. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | 2.1.3. Operational Plan Action 2018-2019 Facilitate and support community gardens across the City. 6 Operational Plan Achievements 20182019 Community Garden Policy reviewed. Rhodes Five senses garden completed. A mobile community garden developed. Delivery Program Achievements 20192021 Number of community gardens increased. Support continued for community garden groups. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Participation in the Rhodes Community and mobile garden developed. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Delivery strategies 2.1.1. Respond to the impacts of Climate Change through planning for environmental sustainability and implementing energy, water, and greenhouse gas mitigation and adaption programs. 2.1.1. Operational Plan Action 2018-2019 Develop/review and monitor strategies and plans to guide operations, including: Sustaining Our Environment 1 Renewable Energy Masterplan Green House Action Plan Sustainable Food Strategy. | Sustainability and Environment | Food supply and food system resilience | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Trial conducted and evaluated of the Insinkerator food waste to land fill reduction program. Trial conducted and evaluated of a food soil dehydrator waste to landfill reduction program | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Annual audits undertaken of all food shop | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Develop/review and monitor strategies and plans to guide operations, including: Food Safety Surveillance Strategy | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Undertake inspections and investigate public health related complaints and take actions against risk: Food businesses (fixed, mobile and temporary. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 | Food businesses Promote ‘Scores on Doors’ | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Canada Bay | Metropolitan |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | Objective: 14.1.2 To activate public places in Central Maitland through art, food, performance and other renewal activities Objective Target: Activation program implemented Indicator/Measure: Usage increased | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Maitland | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | To activate public places in Central Maitland through art, food, performance and other renewal activities. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Maitland | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | 12.3 Community Strategy 12.3.1 Delivery Program Objective Maintain agreement with Slow Food Hunter Valley to deliver markets in The Levee | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | NSW | Maitland | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | We will support sustainable local food production and agribusiness opportunities, and build healthy communities. To explore opportunities to enhance community connections with local food producers. Markets held | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | NSW | Maitland | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | a prosperous and vibrant city Focuses on: economic development; partnerships; active transport; local food production | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Maitland | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | We will support sustainable local food production and agribusiness opportunities, and build healthy communities. To explore opportunities to enhance community connections with local food producers. Markets held | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Maitland | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | 2019/20 ACTIONS: 7 7.1 COMMUNITY OUTCOME Community Strategy 7.1.1 Delivery Program Objective Review planning framework for affordable housing in the context of a broader review of housing options across the local government area Work with affordable housing providers wherever possible New Pursue grant funding for finalisation of the Adaptive Reuse DCP for Central Maitland 7.2 Community Strategy 7.2.1 Delivery Program Objective Encourage a range of housing types through the review of residential zones (7.3.1.1) 7.3 Community Strategy 7.3.1 Delivery Program Objective Encourage a range of housing types through the review of residential zones (7.2.1.1) PERFORMANCE INDICATOR FUNDING RESPONSIBILITY Diverse and affordable housing options are available for our residents throughout all life stages. We will realise more new, affordable homes in Central Maitland and other established urban centres. To work in partnership with developers and key stakeholders to deliver affordable housing in Central Maitland. Review completed Operating budget Manager Strategic Planning Services and support provided Operating budget Manager Strategic Planning Funding pursued and DCP finalised Operating budget Manager Strategic Planning Planning and development of new suburbs will provide for a mix of housing types. To ensure land and housing choice is consistent with forecast demographic demand. Review completed Operating budget Manager Strategic Planning The diverse housing needs of our community will be met through active partnerships and development To provide a framework that will provide diverse, adaptable and affordable housing options. Review completed Operating budget Manager Strategic Planning | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Maitland | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | Diverse and affordable housing options are available for our residents throughout all life stages. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Maitland | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | Objective: 7.1.1 To work in partnership with developers and key stakeholders to deliver affordable housing in Central Maitland Objective Target: Planning for infrastructure is undertaken in Central Maitland Indicator/Measure: Planning framework reviewed | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Maitland | Regional |
| Delivery Program 2018-2021 (Revised) INCORPORATING OPERATIONAL PLAN AND FEES AND CHARGES 2019/20 | Objective: 7.3.1 To provide a framework that will provide diverse, adaptable and affordable housing options Objective Target: Encourage a more diverse range of affordable housing types across the City Indicator/Measure: Complete review of residential zones | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Maitland | Regional |