News and events
Discover the latest news, insights, and events from our organisation. From important announcements to community highlights, this is where you can stay connected with everything happening now and what’s coming next.

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Vote for School Food Matters in the MyState Community Choice Award
School Food Matters has been nominated for the MyState Community Choice Award. Every week, our programs support Tasmanian students through nutritious school meals, food education and opportunities to connect with…
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A Day at Natone Primary School
Stephanie Lightman, our Natone Primary School Program Coordinator, recently visited Natone Primary School, and met with their incredible volunteer Canteen Manager, Caroline. Stephanie and Caroline commenced their Smart Food accreditation…
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From Paddock to Plate: The School Lunches Helping Tasmanian Farmers
MEDIA RELEASE Tasmanian farmers are benefiting from the state’s free school lunch program, with more locally sourced produce being served to students.School Food Matters works in partnership with Loaves and…
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Our recommendations for supporting Tasmanian school lunch and garden programs under the Draft Primary Produce Safety Regulations
Submission School Food Matters has provided a submission in response to the Tasmanian Government’s Draft Primary Produce Safety (Horticulture Produce) Regulations 2026, sharing the practical perspective of delivering the School…
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A Great Turnout at the Term 3 School Kitchen Workshops
News School kitchen supervisors, canteen supervisors, staff and volunteers recently came together for two School Kitchen Workshops, with one held in the North West and another in the South. The…