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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | We have a sustainable local farming sector that provides us with healthy, fresh food | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Work with regional industry associations to identify opportunities for local producers | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Local food growing, sharing and education initiatives are supported and developed | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Local food-growing, processing, sharing and education initiatives are supported and developed | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Agriculture is a valued part of our economy | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Alternative farming Systems are employed with examples including Cooperative farming and landcare | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Alternative farming systems are employed with examples including cooperative farming and Landshare | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Farming practices are financially and environmentally sustainable | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Farming practices are financially and environmentally sustainable | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | We have a sustainable local farming sector that provides us with healthy, fresh food | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | We have a sustainable local farming sector that provides us with healthy, fresh food | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Work with relevant divisions of Council to assist in the reduction impacts on agriculture from noxious weeds and feral animals | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Local food-growing, processing, sharing and education initiatives are supported and developed | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Develop relationships with local produce markets to enhance opportunities for growers and wholesalers | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Facilitate connections between government agencies and local business to promote export capability | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Local food growing, sharing and education initiatives are supported and developed | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Work with Council’s Operations Division and RMS to improve conditions for freight and transport services throughout the Shire’s road network | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Local food-growing, processing, sharing and education initiatives are supported and developed | Sustainability and Environment | Local, sustainable food processing | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Plan 2015 – 2020 | Work collaboratively with regional partners to attract investment for processing facilities | Sustainability and Environment | Local, sustainable food processing | NSW | Bellingen | Regional |
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM STRATEGY | A concerted effort to attract investment will be facilitated by new business prospectuses for the Gheringhap Employment Precinct and the Golden Plains Food Production Precinct. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | Victoria | Golden Plains | Regional |
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM STRATEGY | Council actively promotes opportunities for investment in the Gheringhap Employment Precinct and the Golden Plains Food Production Precinct and responds comprehensively to enquires from private investors and government agencies. Council provides information, facilitation, site selection advice and problem solving to ease the way for investment, new business and job growth. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | Victoria | Golden Plains | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Strategy | Developing international markets through support of food, beverage and farm gate enterprises | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | South Gippsland | Regional |
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM STRATEGY | GOLDEN PLAINS FARMERS’ MARKET – BUSINESS INCUBATOR & TOURISM GATEWAY The Golden Plains Farmers’ Market supports regional economic development by creating a direct distribution pathway to consumers for local and surrounding producers and as such acts as a business incubator for new and developing enterprise. It is a central hub for retail, social and community activity and generates a sense of community pride. The market brings visitors to the area and supports the promotion of Golden Plains as a gourmet food and wine region and therefore encourages future tourism initiatives and business investment. It generates a sense of place and is a critical element in the delivery of Council’s largest community project (projected to cost $4.17M) the Bannockburn Civic Heart Precinct. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | Victoria | Golden Plains | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Strategy | farmers markets | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | Victoria | South Gippsland | Regional |
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM STRATEGY | Golden Plains Shire has relatively low rates of unemployment 3.6% compared to the State (5.7%) and G21 region (5.8%). This is largely due to proximity of our regional centres and the ability of traditional manufacturing and food processing to support high workforce numbers. As the regional economy transitions, one of the key roles for Council in economic development is to maintain or increase local and regional job opportunities for Shire residents. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | Victoria | Golden Plains | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Strategy | 2.4 Advocacy for Critical Infrastructure Program Continued advocacy for specific industry sectors including dairy, manufacturing, tourism, food and fibre and upgrades to: 1. National Broadband Network (NBN) 2. Mobile phone coverage 3. Transport (including advocacy through SEATS) 4. Energy 5. Waste and potable water Annual Program to be delivered by June 2019 with report on outcomes | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | South Gippsland | Regional |
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM STRATEGY | Since a high proportion of Golden Plains residents are employed outside of the Shire, support for local business includes support for regional jobs. In this regional context Council’s economic development officers participate in G21 Regional Alliance Economic Development Pillar, Agribusiness Network and Tourism Greater Geelong and Bellarine. Officers are also active in facilitating joint investment groups with G21 and Central Highlands partners to support regional cooperation in attracting new business. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | Victoria | Golden Plains | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Strategy | Council has identified priority investment and infrastructure projects for future funding. Council will strongly support development in key areas that include: • Food processing | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | South Gippsland | Regional |
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM STRATEGY | Strategy Seek to establish Golden Plains as a location of choice to attract new business investment and facilitate business growth through: o Understanding the local economy, identifying opportunities, and gaps o Marketing our strengths and opportunities for investment in areas such as the Golden Plains Food Production Precinct and Gheringhap Employment Precinct o Developing strong internal and external relationships o Provide information, data and guidance to investors o Identifying potential sites for development o Facilitating the Investment Task Force to provide high level support to new large scale investors Measurables Develop the Golden Plains South Investment Strategy Implement the Golden Plains South Investment Strategy Number of business and investment enquiries Number of businesses in the Shire Number of jobs in the Shire Gross Regional Product | Economic Development | Food related job creation | Victoria | Golden Plains | Regional |
| Economic Development and Tourism Strategy | Council supports a diversified agricultural sector by working in partnership with industry groups to support agriculture and food production ensuring that South Gippsland: • Is recognised as a centre of dairy excellence • Remains a centre for food production • Is not impacted by coal seam gas and other mining that adversely impacts the region’s clean food image • Gains government and industry support | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | South Gippsland | Regional |