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 | For Council to be proactive in relation to environmental management practices 4.3.7.1.3 Undertake bi-annual home composting campaign Completed 100% Council’s waste strategy provides recommendations relating to the disposal of organic waste and advises that Council will investigate kerbside collection of organic waste. It was not possible to coordinate a home composting program in 2018/2019 however should funding opportunities present Council may apply for funding to hold future home composting training | Food Waste | Food losses and food waste | NSW | Greater Hume | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Food Safety | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Greater Hume | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | 2.2.01.01 Hold a biennial industry event specifically targeting agricultural value add opportunities. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Narromine | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | 2.2.04.02 Identify appropriate sites, in accordance with Land Use Strategy, for value added agricultural related industries. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Narromine | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | Assist with Growers workshop. Growing Narromine Workshops held in October 2018. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Narromine | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 Р2019 | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT > CSP OBJECTIVE 2.1 The Economic Development of Narromine Shire continued to be a focus of staff throughout 2018/19. This area of focus features heavily within the Community Strategic Plan and Delivery Program and of the Economic Development Committee of Council. This committee has focused on the development of our Economic Development Strategy and in 2018/19 has had three main areas of focus. These have included; • Agriculture • Industrial and Business • Tourism and the Arts The Economic Development Strategy and the prioritisation of projects has led to working with individual businesses such as NDF in Narromine to secure additional grant funding for their expansion, the successful grant application and funding of the upgrades to Tom Perry Drive at the aerodrome and final planning of the industrial subdivision to be built at the aerodrome, improvements to tourism marketing and web development, the ongoing development of community events across the Narromine Shire and the successful funding application for the Narromine Wetlands Project. The ongoing drought continues to hamper spending across the Shire and has meant ongoing pressures for those in the Agricultural sector as well as town businesses. In 2018/19 a successful application was made to the Federal Government’s Drought Communities Program with $1M being spent on largely community projects across the Shire. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Narromine | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | Our increasing focus on economic development based around agricultural value add, and the opportunities from Inland Rail have delivered the potential for further investment in our shire. Proactive engagement with the community, business and investors has placed Council back at the forefront of business development. | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Narromine | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Advocate for a mix of affordable housing and identify investment opportunities in partnership with community i.e. Aged Care | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Working with key stakeholders to ensure opportunities for quality of life services, including ramp access to two buildings, an upgrade of low income housing, | Social Policy | Affordable housing | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | COMMONWEALTH HOME SUPPORT PROGRAM The aim of the Quirindi, Werris Creek and Willow Tree Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) is to assist and cater for the frail, aged and people with disabilities over 65 (or over 50 if of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background) to live in the community for as long as is practical. The CHSP is funded by the Federal and State Governments, and supported locally by the Liverpool Plains Shire Council, which is responsible for the overall management of the Program within the local government area. Services provided include Meals on Wheels, group and one-on-one social support, various transport services and outings. Staff, with the assistance of a number of volunteers at each site, continue to provide support to their respective clients and work to ensure client needs are met. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Werris Creek Meals On Wheels Quirindi Meals On Wheels | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | A new automated bulk water filling station was installed at the Quirindi Industrial Estate. | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Construction of a state-of-the-art Water fill station at Quirindi | Health and Wellbeing | Access to safe drinking water | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Identify and recognise a balance between mining and farming | Sustainability and Environment | Sustainable local food production | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | ENVIRONMENTAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT There are two sections to this department. The Environmental section administers environmental and building regulation legislation, maintenance, cleaning, waste handling, disposal practices, weed control services and regulates stock | Sustainability and Environment | Animal husbandry | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | The link from Coonabarabran Road heading south (Williewarina Road) was completed ensuring heavy haulage vehicles had a more direct access route to markets, grain facilities and farms. | Sustainability and Environment | Strengthen food chain connections/distribution | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Food Safety | Food Quality and Safety | Education on/enforce food safety regulations | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 Р2019 | 4. Our local farming is sustainable  Council, in conjunction with the Office of Small Business Commission, have provided a number of Agri-tourism workshops and site assessments to assist local agri-businesses to look at income options and value-adding to their businesses. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | Assist in the costs associated in running a breakfast program for local children through the “Breaky Club” held at Albion Park Community Centre | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Shellharbour | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 Р2019 | Council’s Tourism profile has continued to be strengthened with the Liverpool Plains recognised for its participation in the Agritourism pilot program with the Office of the Small Business Commissioner. | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | The Farms Market | Economic Development | Public food markets and distributors | NSW | Shellharbour | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | Purchase of food parcels, food vouchers, removalist costs and assistance with rent and power bills | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Shellharbour | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 Р2019 |  A Commitment to supporting our Farming businesses by being a pilot Council for the AgriTourism project through the Office of Small Business Commission | Economic Development | Local food initiatives for economic development | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | Rent of Community Centre, Russell Street, Albion Park for free breakfast program for local children and youth for 12 months during school terms. | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Shellharbour | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Encourage farmers to investigate value adding opportunities for their business | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | Shelving units to stack and store food | Health and Wellbeing | Nutrition in vulnerable populations | NSW | Shellharbour | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Secured $2.5M funding to facilitate an $8M upgrade of the Inverell Livestock Exchange; | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Inverell | Regional |
| Annual Report 2018 – 2019 | Sustain a dynamic area having pride in its agricultural and natural heritage | Economic Development | Local food producers | NSW | Liverpool Plains | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | Assist in the costs associated in running a healthy eating program. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Shellharbour | Regional |
| ANNUAL REPORT 2018 – 2019 | We also hosted to regional ‘Connecting Over Fair Food’ event at the Civic Centre, bringing together over 100 people. | Health and Wellbeing | Education/events on food system issues | NSW | Shellharbour | Regional |