Category: School Stories
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Celebrating our 2026 Julie Dunbabin Award nominees
The nominations are in for the 2026 Julie Dunbabin Food Culture Evolution Award, and they have highlighted the incredible work happening across Australian schools. This year, we received 30 nominations…
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Making the most of every bite at Rokeby Primary School
Earlier this year, Rokeby Primary School participated in a project to measure the amount of leftover food and plate waste produced from the Healthy School Lunch Program. The project was led by student dietitian, Leah Sutherland, who also…
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Exploring the connection between food and mood at Lilydale
The School Food Matters team recently attended the Lilydale Mental Health Expo, inviting students and the wider school community to explore the connection between what we eat and how we…
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From student to school kitchen apprentice
The School Lunch Program at Jordan River Senior School is creating more than nutritious lunches. It is also providing a valuable pathway into training and employment. The school’s VET teacher,…
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Lunchtime Ideas at East Devonport Primary School
During a recent visit to East Devonport Primary School, Katrina, the Kitchen Supervisor, shared some great ideas with Rachael, a School Food Matters Program Coordinator, for involving students and making…
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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…