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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPERA TIONAL PLAN 2019–2020 2018–2019 | 301250 Live Well in Willoughby – Sustainability Education Campaign | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Willoughby | Metropolitan |
| OPERA TIONAL PLAN 2019–2020 2018–2019 | 301326 Bye-Bye Plastic Hello BYO | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Willoughby | Metropolitan |
| OPERA TIONAL PLAN 2019–2020 2018–2019 | Scope: The Gore Hill Park Redevelopment included the installation of a synthetic field, a flood mitigation with an onsite detention tank, a perimeter walking path, see-saw floodlighting, accessible playground with barbeques, picnic tables and bubblers | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Willoughby | Metropolitan |
| OPERA TIONAL PLAN 2019–2020 2018–2019 | 301326 Bye-Bye Plastic Hello BYO | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Willoughby | Metropolitan |
| Operational Plan 2019-20 | 4.3.1.a Investigate grant funding opportunities to upgrade the kitchen facility at CYCOS to enable healthy cooking programs. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Cessnock | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-20 | Continue to implement the Regulatory Premises inspection program, including food shops, skin penetration premises and public swimming pools. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Cessnock | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-20 | Food Premises Compliance Program | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Cessnock | Regional |
| Operational Plan 2019-20 | This measure is the number of regulatory premises inspections carried out divided by the programmed regulatory premises inspections during a year. Regulatory premises inspections include food shop inspections, skin penetration inspections etc. This is a measure of Council’s contribution to the health and safety of the community. In 2015-16 there were 732 inspections and 95% of programmed inspections were carried out. | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Cessnock | Regional |
| Operational Plan | Strategy Objective: 1.1 РCommunity health, safety and support services will adequately meet changing community needs Strategy Action 1.1.4 РYouth of the shire are engaged and supported through the provision of adequate programs and training services to facilitate the retention of our young people 1.1.4.6 – Establish and operate a Narrabri Shire Youth Council in collaboration with the Shires Schools. 1.1.4.9 – Council to undertake discussions with Cotton Seed Distributors, Sydney University, Narrabri Shire schools and educational facilities (and other interested parties) about jointly establishing a learning and development centre potentially located at Federation Farm or any other alternate feasible Shire location. Responsible Directorate Development and Economic Growth Development and Economic Growth | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan | COMMUNITY SERVICES Current services provided within the Narrabri Shire community include: ‚ñ™ Economic development ‚ñ™ Planning and development ‚ñ™ Entertainment and conferences ‚ñ™ Local and regional tourism and events ‚ñ™ Saleyards | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan | COMMUNITY OUTCOMES In partnership with the community, government and non-government agencies, the Operational Plan will work towards achieving the following economic strategic outcomes: ▪ Increased community events, conferences and entertainment ▪ Increased employment through industry innovation, investment and value adding ▪ Established freight hub for the Norther Inland Region ▪ Increased housing availability and affordability | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan | 1.4.1.2 – Facilitate and support the continued operation of the Federation Farm share farming agreement. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan | 2.1.3.5 – Provide support facilities such as wayfinding and health signage, seating and drinking fountains along key recreational routes in each township | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan | 1.4.1.2 – Facilitate and support the continued operation of the Federation Farm share farming agreement. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan | 1.2.3.6 – Assessment of Federation Farm irrigation area to ensure irrigation practices remain sustainable in the long term. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable water management in food production | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan | 1.4.1.2 – Facilitate and support the continued operation of the Federation Farm share farming agreement. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable water management in food production | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan | Strategy Objective: 2.3 – Our natural resource consumption will be reduced and waste well managed Strategy Action 2.3.3 – Conserve and manage our natural water resources for environmental and agricultural sustainability 2.3.3.1 – Provide accurate bulk metering and customer metering to minimise water loss. 2.3.3.4 – Establish a monitoring program to analyse the water quality in the main waterbodies of the Shire that includes periodic water sampling. 2.3.3.5 – Investigate expansion of Water supply in Gwabegar; specifically but not limited to Silo Road, Wombo Road and Baradine Creek Road. 2.3.3.6 – Investigate and communicate water quality improvement and pricing for Town and Village Water supplies. 2.3.3.7 – Engage with the Community on the subject of a treated water supply. 2.3.3.8 – Development of an upgrade plan for the Narrabri Wastewater Treatment Plant. Planned completion. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable water management in food production | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan | COMMUNITY SERVICES Current services provided within the Narrabri Shire community include: ▪ Economic development ▪ Planning and development ▪ Entertainment and conferences ▪ Local and regional tourism and events ▪ Saleyards | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Narrabri | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | Action 4.5.3.1 Develop an investment strategy/policy supporting new agribusiness in Murrumbidgee – 30 June | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | 1.5 Promoting Businesses and Industries Growth, Diversity and Productivity: Strategic Activity Action Strategy 4.1.1 Partner with local business to create market opportunity for local product through high technology, improved freight and logistics pathways and cooperation with other local government areas Action 4.1.1.1 Lobby government for improved freight corridor 30 June with annual review and reporting EDM/GM Action 4.1.1.2 Support opportunities for freight and distribution and warehousing to Eastern seaboard airports or centres – 30 June with annual review and reporting Action 4.1.1.3 Develop and implement a business attraction program for Murrumbidgee for industrial, logistics and manufacturing areas – 30 June | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | 4.5 Fostering a Resilient, Vibrant Agricultural Sector | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | 5. Fostering a resilient, vibrant agricultural sector | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | Action 4.5.3.1 Develop an investment strategy/policy supporting new agribusiness in Murrumbidgee – 30 June | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | Enhance and maintain key economic drivers to the agricultural supply chain including our road networks | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | Link Council’s Economic Development Plan within the Regional Plan to develop regional initiatives stimulating interest in Murrumbidgee as an agribusiness hub for the Riverina and/or upper Murray regions | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | Saleyards & Markets 5020) Saleyard & Markets Income (5020) 14090704 SALEYARD FEES 14090842 SUNDRY INCOME – SALEYARDS 15130842 TRUCKWASH – SUNDRY INCOME 15130871 TRUCKWASH FEES **** TOTAL Saleyard & Markets Income | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | Strategy 4.5.4 Influence the protection and enhancement of Murrumbidgee’s agricultural supply chain’s economic output, investment and employment Action 4.5.4.1 Undertake industry profiling and gap analysis of local agriculture sector Р30 June Action 4.5.4.2 Engagement with other stakeholders to identify and increase supply chain protections – 30 June with annual review and reporting | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | Action 4.1.2.5 Encourage the development of affordable housing so it is available for employees of new developments Continue progressing the Young Street sub division project in Darlington Point – 30 June with annual review and reporting Proactively sell remain Wunnamurra sub division blocks – 30 June with annual review and reporting | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | Strategy 1.1.2 Engage and encourage the disadvantaged members of Murrumbidgee communities by supporting the work of regional government agencies and NGOs Action 1.1.2.1: Partner with organizations to develop a strategy supporting the supply of affordable accessible and adaptable housing Initiate discussions with key stakeholders including Waddi Housing Inc. to identify the role Council can play in regards to developing such a strategy – 30 June Action 1.1.2.2: Identify suitable land for residential development by other stakeholders | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |
| Operational Plan & Delivery Programme | Maintain respite, meals on wheels, home modifications and community transport services- 30 June | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Murrumbidgee | Regional |