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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| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | Council partnered with Nambucca Valley Landcare and other groups on projects including: РHennessy Tape Riparian Improvements; РBank Stabilisation Works and Fish Habitat Improvements (Wilson Road) РOrganic Farming Education | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Nambucca | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | Farmers Donation Drive – Nambucca Heads RSL Club Р2018/2019 | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Nambucca | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Commence an expression of interest for the licensing of mobile food vans on the Central Coast by 30 June 2018 | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | The campaign included television advertisements, online videos, online banners and social media, targeted to potential visitors living beyond the Central Coast. Have a Little Adventure reflects the accessible nature of the Central Coast and all the amazing experiences on offer, from food and drink, to places to stay and exciting things to do | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | To improve the local economy and activate unserviced areas of the Central Coast through the structures licensing of mobile food vans on the central Coast | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Council endorsed strategies for inclusion in the final Central Coast Affordable Housing Strategy. Council staff are liaising with Judith Stubbs (Strategy author) to finalise the document. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Gosford Affordable Housing Trust | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | I4 Provide a range of housing options to meet the diverse and changing needs of the community and there is adequate affordable housing. | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Implement relevant actions from the Affordable and Alternative Housing Strategy | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Childhood Obesity, Healthy Eating and Active Living Working Group | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Help Keep the Coast Clean Movie Screening A free screening of the environmental awareness movie, Albatross, was held at The Hub in Erina Fair in August, educating the community on the consequences of plastic pollution. The film screening was held in partnership with Seabird Rescue Central Coast, and shows the real life impact plastic waste has on ecosystems. Based on Midway Island, a remotely located island in the North Pacific Ocean with a population of only 50, it captures the devastation experienced from littering and single use plastic waste. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Live Well Live well was held on orld ealth ay at the Gosford aterfront its a celebration of healthy living nutrition food wellness and happiness. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Seniors Festival From cooking, film making and art exhibits to retirement planning, line dancing and water sports, there was something for everyone at this year’s NSW Seniors Festival. Whilst the Festival officially ran from 13-24 February, Council dedicated the entire month of February to seniors with jam-packed events and activities available for Central Coast residents aged over 50. The Festival provided local seniors with a great opportunity to get together, make new friends, learn a new skill or try something different. One of the highlights of the Festival was the annual Seniors Concert and Expo at Council’s Wyong office, which featured both amateur and professional entertainers and provided information about local aged care services. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Provide clean, safe drinking water that meets the regulated / targeted water quality parameters | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Mitigate the impacts of climate change on the regions water resources, coastal ecosystems, infrastructure, health, agriculture, and biodiversity | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Mitigate the impacts of climate change on the regions water resources, coastal ecosystems, infrastructure, health, agriculture, and biodiversity | Sustainability and Environment | Food supply and food system resilience | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | A bold new approach taken by Council to help tackle roadside litter has seen a 97% reduction in total litter volume across three litter hotspots at Blue Haven Link Road, Somersby Industrial Park and the Kariong M1 onramp. The Central Coast Roadside Litter Project was formed after securing $36,000 in round four of the NSW Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Litter Grants last year. With the main source of litter identified being single use takeaway and drink containers, Council provided 4,000 reusable tidy bags for motorists and passengers to keep their rubbish with them until they were able to dispose of it responsibly. Of the participants surveyed, 72% made changes to the way they disposed of their litter, with 68% advising they had learned about the littering reporting process because of the initiative. In direct correlation to this, the number of registered reporters increased by 37% between July and December 2018 when compared to the same time the previous year. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Council implemented a wide range of waste diversion initiatives during 2018-19. There was a 17% reduction in household recycling (yellow bin) volumes driven by the introduction of the NSW Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) however with inclusion of the tonnages of containers collected through CDS on the Central Coast on the basis they were also diverted from landfill, the overall diversion rate is calculated at 44%. Any further measurable increase in diversion will require a reduction or redirection of key components of the general waste bin (red bin). Council is developing a Waste Strategy which aims to identify targets and opportunities for further diversion of waste from landfill. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Following the ban of single use plastic bags at the checkouts of major supermarkets, Council opened an Expressions of Interest to partner with local fruit and vegetable suppliers to provide free reusable produce net bags to their customers. The net bags are being sourced from a local supplier, can hold up to two kilograms, are machine washable and help keep food fresher for longer, whilst also helping to minimise plastic pollution on the Coast. The initiative forms part of Council’s commitment to the Don’t be a Tosser! campaign and follows on the success of the reusable coffee cup campaign where 5,300 cups were distributed to 27 cafes. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Help Keep the Coast Clean Movie Screening A free screening of the environmental awareness movie, Albatross, was held at The Hub in Erina Fair in August, educating the community on the consequences of plastic pollution. The film screening was held in partnership with Seabird Rescue Central Coast, and shows the real life impact plastic waste has on ecosystems. Based on Midway Island, a remotely located island in the North Pacific Ocean with a population of only 50, it captures the devastation experienced from littering and single use plastic waste. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | Single use plastic policy Council endorsed its first draft Single Use Plastic Policy, which was placed on public exhibition for 28 days from 13 May until 9 June. | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-19 | The policy aims to reduce the use of single use plastic at events on Council property with more than 100 attendees, reinforce Council’s commitment in the elimination of single use plastics and to advocate for legislative change, while educating and building capacity within the community to find suitable alternatives | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Central Coast | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Giggles Cooking Group | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | Victoria | Casey | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Australian Breastfeeding Association, Casey-Cardinia Group | Health and Wellbeing | Breastfeeding | Victoria | Casey | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | The Victorian MCH Service is jointly funded by the Victorian State Government and Local Government. The universal MCH Service is available for individual consultations for all families with children from birth to six years. The service delivers first-time parents’ groups, other parenting groups and breastfeeding support. | Health and Wellbeing | Breastfeeding | Victoria | Casey | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Continuing to implement our Integrated Transport Strategy to improve residents’ access to amenities and basic services within a 20-minute walk, cycle or public transport trip. | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Casey | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Council is committed to responding to the aims of Plan Melbourne where everyone has convenient access to goods and services within 20 minutes of their home, by foot, bicycle or public transport. | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Casey | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Council’s plans for Hampton Park Central respond to Plan Melbourne’s aim to create a city of 20-minute neighbourhoods. That is, where people have convenient access to goods and services within 20 minutes of their home, by foot, bicycle or public transport. | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Casey | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Deliver actions that improve residents’ access to amenities and basic services within a 20-minute walk, cycle, or public transport trip, by implementing the Casey Integrated Transport Strategy. During the year, Council continued to implement the Integrated Transport Strategy – Streets Ahead. The key outcomes of this strategy, and the work towards achieving these were as follows: Establish 20-minute neighbourhoods: › State and Federal Government advocacy was undertaken for improvements to the transport networks for road, public transport and active transport › Council worked with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP), Victoria Walks and the Department of Transport and delivery agencies toward 20-minute neighbourhood improvements › Continued delivery of infrastructure and services including shared paths and roads. | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Casey | Metropolitan |
| Annual Report 2018-2019 | Also at the LGPro Awards for Excellence, City of Casey employee Sara Merkus was awarded as the Young Achiever for her outstanding achievements in Leisure Facility Management, taking responsibility for two of Victoria’s largest facility management contracts and largest community farms. | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | Victoria | Casey | Metropolitan |