News and Stories
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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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 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…
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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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New Resource: The Mystery of School Island
Resource The Mystery of School Island is a free, interactive online game developed by the National Allergy Council to help school-aged children learn about food allergies, anaphylaxis and how to…
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Steps to Eating: Supporting Children to Explore New Foods
Resource Children often need multiple opportunities to see, interact with and explore a food before they are ready to eat it.When children are learning to eat and learning to eat…
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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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Term 3 – School Kitchen Workshops!
Register now for Term 3 School Kitchen Workshops! These workshops provide an opportunity for school kitchen staff to connect with others delivering school food programs, share ideas, build confidence and…
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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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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…