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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| Wing Local Plan nning Strate geca arribee egy 2015-2 31 0 | Objectives  To encourage sustainable primary industry production by maintaining and enhancing the natural resource base.  To encourage diversity in primary industry enterprises and systems appropriate for the area.  To minimise the fragmentation and alienation of resource lands.  To minimise conflict between land uses within this zone and land uses within adjoining zones.  To provide opportunities for employment-generating development that adds value to local agricultural production through food and beverage processing and integrates with tourism | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wing Local Plan nning Strate geca arribee egy 2015-2 31 0 |  To encourage and promote diversity and employment opportunities in relation to primary industry enterprises, particularly those that require smaller lots or that are more intensive in nature. | Economic Development | Food related job creation | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wing Local Plan nning Strate geca arribee egy 2015-2 31 0 | 3.10 Agri-tourism Increasingly, primary producers are seeking to value add to their farm enterprise through selling directly to the public through ‘farm gate’ sales outlets and farmers’ markets. Provisions already exist in WLEP 2010 to enable primary producers to sell their produce directly to the public, however certain inadequacies were identified by stakeholders at the Rural Tourism Forum. As Table 3.4 below indicates, the certain zones permit certain activities, either without Council consent (o), or with Council consent (c) and prohibit others (x). Intensive livestock agriculture, limited to the RU1 Primary production zone, is not included in the table. Due to their more intensive commercial nature they are deemed for this discussion to be beyond the less intensive agri-tourism paradigm. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wing Local Plan nning Strate geca arribee egy 2015-2 31 0 | 5.5 Initiate a Planning Proposal to permit with consent in the SP3 Tourist zone the following land uses – Extensive agriculture, Intensive plant agriculture, Agricultural produce industry and Farm buildings | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wing Local Plan nning Strate geca arribee egy 2015-2 31 0 | 5.7 Investigate options for enabling some form of restaurant or café development in conjunction with Agricultural produce industries in certain rural and environmental zones | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | 2. Facilitate the development of agriculture as a key strength and specialisation and cultivate the visitor economy based on food, wine and events | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | The Strategy was developed after considering endowments/specialisations, emerging directions and community expectations. The Strategy aims to: enhance liveability of the Wingecarribee region, facilitate the development of agriculture as a key strength and specialisation and grow the visitor economy based on food, wine and events, | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | Secure the future of relevant agricultural infrastructure such as the Moss Vale Saleyards | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | Two types of market growth are proposed through this strategy – further development of the niche produce sector including horticulture and specialty goods and improved livestock marketing through upgraded and fully compliant livestock saleyards. Ongoing investment in the saleyards is needed to meet future compliance requirements and to capitalise on the loss of infrastructure in other parts of southern NSW. | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | Infrastructure Priorities Agricultural: including ‘fit for purpose’ marketing and transport infrastructure. | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | 2. Facilitate the development of agriculture as a key strength and specialisation and cultivate the visitor economy based on food, wine and events | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | Actions  Prepare an up-to-date audit of agricultural producers and niche product suppliers with an interest in supplying the visitor economy. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | The Strategy was developed after considering endowments/specialisations, emerging directions and community expectations. The Strategy aims to:  enhance liveability of the Wingecarribee region,  facilitate the development of agriculture as a key strength and specialisation and grow the visitor economy based on food, wine and events, | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | The Wingecarribee Shire visitor economy is an important element of the region’s economy and it has the potential for growth. It includes, but is not limited to, day trips, short stays, corporate conferences and private events such as weddings. Growth in all these sectors is possible. Access to airports provides opportunity to attract international visitors. Prestige private boarding schools provide an introduction to the area for the parents of students and there is opportunity to lengthen their visits to the region. Partnerships between schools and food, wine and accommodation providers may be possible | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | 2. Facilitate the development of agriculture as a key strength and specialisation and cultivate the visitor economy based on food, wine and events | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | Secure the future of relevant agricultural infrastructure such as the Moss Vale Saleyards | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | The Strategy was developed after considering endowments/specialisations, emerging directions and community expectations. The Strategy aims to:  enhance liveability of the Wingecarribee region,  facilitate the development of agriculture as a key strength and specialisation and grow the visitor economy based on food, wine and events, | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| Wingecarribee Regional Economic Development Strategy | Two types of market growth are proposed through this strategy – further development of the niche produce sector including horticulture and specialty goods and improved livestock marketing through upgraded and fully compliant livestock saleyards. Ongoing investment in the saleyards is needed to meet future compliance requirements and to capitalise on the loss of infrastructure in other parts of southern NSW. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Wingecarribee | Metropolitan |
| WODONGA ACTIVITY CENTRE HIERARCHY STRATEGY | 1500 sqm One small supermarket Short term, subject to local demand assessment 2000 sqm One full-line supermarket One small supermarket Ongoing growth with existing zoned land Incremental growth in existing zoned land with no new anchors Initial development once 2000 lots developed at eastern end of PSP area in addition to existing dwellings. Incremental expansion thereafter Established – no change in role At full, long term development of surrounding growth area (or earlier subject to local needs assessment) Indicatively, 2000 lots developed in the western portion of the PSP area. Subject to a local needs assessment Medium term, subject to a local demand assessment ACTIVITY CENTRE INDICATIVE FLOORSPACE – CORE RETAIL RETAIL ANCHORS | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| WODONGA ACTIVITY CENTRE HIERARCHY STRATEGY | “Support a small supermarket on land in the Mixed Use Zone within the Baranduda township to service the convenience needs of this community.”; | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| WODONGA ACTIVITY CENTRE HIERARCHY STRATEGY | HIERARCHY ROLE Core Retail Major Regional Centre Large Neighbourhood Centre White Box Rise 8000 sqm Baranduda (future) Neighbourhood Centre Wodonga CBA (Primary Activity Centre) Discount Unlimited Department Stores Supermarkets Two supermarkets, mini-majors Two 12,000 sqm Birallee Village 6000 sqm Killara (future) 4000 sqm supermarkets, mini-majors One full-line supermarket One full-line supermarket Leneva (future) 5000 sqm Enterprise Park (future) Local Centre Baranduda Village | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| WODONGA ACTIVITY CENTRE HIERARCHY STRATEGY | Large Neighbourhood Centre A Large Neighbourhood Centre typically includes at least one full-line supermarket and up to 40 speciality shops. The gross lettable area is typically in the order of 10,000 to 15,000 sqm. Neighbourhood Centre A Neighbourhood Centre typically includes a supermarket and up to 35 speciality shops, and has a gross lettable area between 5000 and 10,000 sqm. | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| WODONGA ACTIVITY CENTRE HIERARCHY STRATEGY | Strategy 13.7: “Support consolidation of White Box Rise as a Large Local Town Centre via incorporation of provision for an additional restricted line supermarket.” | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| WODONGA ACTIVITY CENTRE HIERARCHY STRATEGY | The key strategic development sites in the CBA, Birallee Village and White Box Rise include the following: • Junction Place (10 ha), between Elgin Boulevard and South Street – The Junction Place area has significant capacity to accommodate urban renewal across multiple land uses, including (approved) 86 dwellings, retail and commercial uses, food and beverage, and a market hall which will offer fresh produce. A total of 14,000 sqm of retail floorspace is proposed. Recently approved for the precinct is a 2000 seat cinema complex. Construction of Stage 1 (residential) is expected to commence in 2019; | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| WODONGA ACTIVITY CENTRE HIERARCHY STRATEGY | The projected increase in employment in West Wodonga is another contributing factor that will drive demand for retail. The proposed Enterprise Park employment precinct and other major employers in the area such as La Trobe University and Wodonga TAFE will generate demand for more convenience retail as well as food catering. Priorities for retail growth for the West Wodonga sub region: 1. Support the development of a local activity centre in Enterprise Park in the medium term (2031 to 2036); 2. Support the growing worker and student population in the area though the provision of food and beverage; and, 3. Support the expected increase in older age cohorts through the provision of convenient and accessible retail, and medical and related products and services. | Health and Wellbeing | Accessible healthy food retail | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| WODONGA ACTIVITY CENTRE HIERARCHY STRATEGY | Pop up shops, food vans and other opportunities to temporarily activate underutilised spaces. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| WODONGA ACTIVITY CENTRE HIERARCHY STRATEGY | The key strategic development sites in the CBA, Birallee Village and White Box Rise include the following: • Junction Place (10 ha), between Elgin Boulevard and South Street – The Junction Place area has significant capacity to accommodate urban renewal across multiple land uses, including (approved) 86 dwellings, retail and commercial uses, food and beverage, and a market hall which will offer fresh produce. A total of 14,000 sqm of retail floorspace is proposed. Recently approved for the precinct is a 2000 seat cinema complex. Construction of Stage 1 (residential) is expected to commence in 2019; | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| Wodonga CBA Revitalisation Plan | Establish the ability to facilitate selected CBA medium-density housing with a focus on: apartments for life, student accommodation, affordable housing and senior housing . | Social Policy | Affordable housing | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| Wodonga CBA Revitalisation Plan | A pop-up night market featuring food from the region | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |
| Wodonga Council Action Plan 2017-2018 | 18.2 Work with tourism stakeholders to position their services and products in key markets, with a focus on the food industry | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | Victoria | Wodonga | Regional |