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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Act and Adapt Sustainable Environment Strategy 2018-28 | A GaiaRecycle unit installed at the South Melbourne Market converts 360 tonnes of food waste to organic | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| Act and Adapt Sustainable Environment Strategy 2018-28 | We will trial community composting and other communal food recycling opportunities for commercial premises | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| Act and Adapt Sustainable Environment Strategy 2018-28 | A GaiaRecycle unit installed at the South Melbourne Market converts 360 tonnes of food waste to organic | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| Act and Adapt Sustainable Environment Strategy 2018-28 | In the Penguin Friendly Event project, Albert Park Primary School, St Kilda Primary School and the EcoCentre collaborated to create kits for landfill and litter-free fetes and festivals. Replacing single-use items with “war on waste washing up kits” prevented thousands of food, beverage and cutlery items from going in the bin – best bit is that these kits will continue to be used and build impact over time. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| Act and Adapt Sustainable Environment Strategy 2018-28 | We will trial community composting and other communal food recycling opportunities for commercial premises 45 We will promote a reduction of single use plastics (e.g. plastic bags and coffee cups) | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| ACTING ON OUR SUST ABILITYAIN SUSTAINABLE CITY COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN 2017-20 | Specific waste management programs beyond 2017/18 Council is developing a new waste strategy that will introduce changes to the way waste is collected and managed. This will include recycling education and managing organic waste (food scraps and garden waste). In the meantime, this Action Plan includes a program in the first year to increase home composting and will address consumption and waste through the Behaviour Change and Smart Solutions programs. Programs within this Action Plan will also link in with existing waste education programs such as Summer Rangers and Recycling Education. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| ACTING ON OUR SUST ABILITYAIN SUSTAINABLE CITY COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN 2017-20 | this Action Plan includes a program in the first year to increase home composting and will address consumption and waste through the Behaviour Change and Smart Solutions programs. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| ACTING ON OUR SUST ABILITYAIN SUSTAINABLE CITY COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN 2017-20 | WASTE REDUCTION In an effort to support community to compost their food waste this program promotes the range of composting products available to suit all spaces, from large worm farms to small bokashi bins, all at a discounted price. Year 1: 2017 – 2018 Program Compost revolution Audience Whole community Goal 500 compost bins/worm farms purchased | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| ACTING ON OUR SUST ABILITYAIN SUSTAINABLE CITY COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN 2017-20 | Council made this an advocacy priority in the Council Plan and has called upon the Victorian State Government to introduce a ban. We are pleased that the Victorian State Government has now announced that they will work with retailers over the next 12 months to phase out the free distribution of single use plastic bags. Council will support the community with this change by providing support and information. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| ACTING ON OUR SUST ABILITYAIN SUSTAINABLE CITY COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN 2017-20 | Specific waste management programs beyond 2017/18 Council is developing a new waste strategy that will introduce changes to the way waste is collected and managed. This will include recycling education and managing organic waste (food scraps and garden waste). In the meantime, this Action Plan includes a program in the first year to increase home composting and will address consumption and waste through the Behaviour Change and Smart Solutions programs. Programs within this Action Plan will also link in with existing waste education programs such as Summer Rangers and Recycling Education. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| ACTING ON OUR SUST ABILITYAIN SUSTAINABLE CITY COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN 2017-20 | WASTE REDUCTION In an effort to support community to compost their food waste this program promotes the range of composting products available to suit all spaces, from large worm farms to small bokashi bins, all at a discounted price. Year 1: 2017 – 2018 Program Compost revolution Audience Whole community Goal 500 compost bins/worm farms purchased | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | Victoria | Port Phillip | Metropolitan |
| Action Plan Economic Development Strategy 2016-2021 | • Increased employment growth in food and beverage sector | Economic Development | Food related job creation | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Action Plan Economic Development Strategy 2016-2021 | Increase opportunities for growth for Moreland’s food and beverage businesses • Increase food and | Economic Development | Food related job creation | Victoria | Moreland | Metropolitan |
| Action Plan | Strengthen and facilitate diversification for the Agri-business and food processing sectors | Sustainability and Environment | Local, sustainable food processing | Victoria | Central Goldfiedls | Regional |
| Action Plan | Strengthen and facilitate diversification for the Agri-business and food processing sectors | Economic Development | Local food producers | Victoria | Central Goldfiedls | Regional |
| Action plan – Sport and Recreation Strategy | Deliver club development sessions which support core club business (governance, marketing, volunteers etc.) and broader topics such as changing physical activity trends, health promotion activities, increasing family involvement, healthy eating, drugs and social issues. Investigate new and innovative ways to deliver these sessions. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Boroondara | Metropolitan |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Introduce “free fruit days” to provide a selection of fresh fruit to children and young people once a week at the Portland Library. | Health and Wellbeing | Healthy/sustainable LG food procurement policies | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Support discussions with school and sporting club canteens to promote healthy food. | Health and Wellbeing | Dietary guidelinse for external settings | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Promote healthy eating via social media platforms including the promotion of state wide initiatives like Smart Eating Week, World Health Day and National Nutrition Week. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Promote the link between healthy eating, lifestyle and mental health as a key factor in the post violence recovery to victim/survivors. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Support discussions with school and sporting club canteens to promote healthy food. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Support discussions with school and sporting club canteens to promote healthy food. | Health and Wellbeing | Partner with sport clubs to provide healthy choices | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Support discussions with school and sporting club canteens to promote healthy food. | Health and Wellbeing | Partner with sport clubs to provide healthy choices | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Ensure capital recreational projects include water taps in design and continue to build collaboration with Wannon Water for supply and installation. Advocate for increased availability of water in public places Develop a business case to improve the taste of water in Portland. Introduce a public water fountain at the Portland Library. | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Create a community garden in Casterton. SGGPCP, GSC, Mens Shed. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Promote the provision of financial aid services and access to fresh vegetables and herbs in the Community Garden at the Merino Community Health Centre. | Sustainability and Environment | Food production on LG land | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Community Garden at the Merino Community Health Centre. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 19/2020 – YEAR 3 | Create a community garden in Casterton. SGGPCP, GSC, Mens Shed. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | Victoria | Glenelg | Regional |
| ACTION PLAN 2017 Р2021 | EMPLOYMENT Council has provided a Supported Wage position and work experience for people with disability in Blend:Coffee.Art.Food café. Photo: Council operated Blend Café Supported Wage Kitchen Hand attends the vertical garden. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Willoughby | Metropolitan |
| ACTION PLAN 2017 – 2021 | EMPLOYMENT Council has provided a Supported Wage position and work experience for people with disability in Blend:Coffee.Art.Food café. Photo: Council operated Blend Café Supported Wage Kitchen Hand attends the vertical garden. | Sustainability and Environment | Home and community gardening | NSW | Willoughby | Metropolitan |