We build healthy & sustainable food systems
The think & do network of citizen farmers, researchers, policy experts and community connectors on a mission to transform food.
Sowing the seeds of change
We support communities and organisations with the knowledge, tools and connections they need to become agents of food system transformation.
This is a call for political courage and action on the cost of living crisis and our broken food system. No more band-aids or quick fixes. The hard work to reform food in Australia must start.
It’s time to #VoteforFood!
Events
Food Systems Under Pressure
Recent military escalation involving the United States and Israel has intensified conflict with Iran, with far-reaching consequences for global energy, trade and food systems. As supply chains destabilise and key shipping routes face disruption, the impacts are already being felt globally, including here in Australia.
While communities play a vital role in building resilience, governments have a clear responsibility to actively support this work through strong policy, adequate resourcing and structural reform.
local government networking forum
This is a special edition of our Local Government Food Systems Network, bringing together council representatives to explore how rising fuel costs are affecting food affordability, access, and production.
What’s on the agenda:
The session will explore lessons from COVID-19, the advocacy role of local governments, and insights from community findings. It will also highlight practical strategies to support food security and resilience.
Join the conversation and connect with peers responding to today’s food challenges.
Victorian Food Policy Forum
The Federal government’s process to create a National Food Security Strategy, Feeding Australia, opens a vital window for local governments, community food organisations, citizens and stakeholders from across the food system to discuss the key issues, identify key shared needs and priorities, and engage directly with local, state and Federal policy makers.
Our Food Policy Forums connect food system changemakers, looks at what’s working on the ground, and turns shared challenges into collective action, collaboration and momentum.
Latest Articles
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Australians are struggling with food insecurity and the Iran war is set to make it worse
“Food insecurity is no longer a fringe issue — it’s becoming embedded across the community.” Across Australia, more people are turning to food relief as everyday essentials become harder to afford. What was once a challenge for a smaller group is now affecting a much broader mix of households. Speaking to ABC News, Nick highlighted…
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What the war will mean for food security in Australia, and how governments should respond
Australia produces plenty of food, but that doesn’t guarantee food security in a global crisis. Our system relies heavily on imported inputs like fuel and fertiliser, as well as stable international supply chains — all of which could be disrupted by war. Nick spoke to Croakey Media about how food security is not just about…
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Victorian Pre-budget Submission 2026-2027
Summary of recommendations Download the full submission here. Recommendation 1 Reverse the decision to absorb VicHealth into the Department of Health; keep VicHealth independent and increase its funding. Recommendation 2 Develop and fund an integrated food system and food security strategy for Victoria with a range of associated elements and measures. Recommendation 3 Develop a Food Systems…
