From 2016 – 2022, Sustain collaborated with Cardinia Shire Council to develop and implement the Cardinia Community Food Strategy. This participatory process drew on the strengths of and built capacity of the community. The project’s achievement highlights include recognition of Cardinia Food Circles with VicHealth’s ‘Promoting Healthy Eating Award’ in 2019 for outstanding efforts to…
Sustain partnered with the Council to develop the Central Goldfields Food Systems Roadmap, funded by VicHealth. The roadmap drew on consultations with over 230 community members and stakeholders (via interviews, “Kitchen Table Talks”, listening posts and written feedback) to map the local food system, identify access challenges, and surface ideas for change. The document outlines…
In August 2022, Sustain began its work with staff at Banyule City Council to develop the council’s first Urban Food Strategy. Through robust community engagement, we connected with over 600 local residents, staff and stakeholders. We also established a Working Group with representation from council staff and community leaders to guide the Strategy’s development and…