Nominate your school today!
The Julie Dunbabin Food Culture Evolution Award celebrates schools that are making a positive difference to food culture within their school community.
Each year, one school is awarded a $500 grant to support an initiative that strengthens and enhances food culture within their school.
Vote for your school today! Nominations close 31 July 2026!
Our Vision
Children eating well and as a result, thriving in all that they do
School Food Matters supports school communities to promote and provide a school food service that is nutritious, affordable, safe and where possible, locally sourced and prepared by the school.
Resources
School Food Matters is committed to providing schools the resources they need
School Food Matters aims to provide useful and practical resources for school food staff to use for professional development and guidance.
We’re continuously developing resources. If there is anything you’d like to see, please get in touch with us to let us know.
Explore our range of recipes
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Chicken Casserole + Cheesy Garlic Bread
Hearty chicken and vegetable casserole with potatoes and a hint of thyme, served with crunchy cheesy garlic bread.
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Chicken and Sweet Corn Soup
A warm soup packed full of flavour.
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Butter Tofu Curry and Rice
VegetarianThe favourite mild tomato curry with tofu and vegetables.