The role of Australian local governments in creating a healthy, sustainable and equitable food system: Results of a policy mapping study in New South Wales and Victoria

Abstract

Transformation of the food system is required to ensure food security for an increasing global population within finite planetary and climate boundaries. While much attention has been paid to how state and national governments can influence food systems, less is known about the role of Australian local governments in addressing these health, sustainability, and equity challenges. This report provides a summary of a policy mapping study conducted by researchers from the University of Sydney, University of Wollongong, and William Angliss Institute of TAFE (Melbourne).