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Save our School Canteens: Fuelling brighter futures: Food in schools matters

Are you a decision maker within government, a public health advocate, nutritionist, dietitian, researcher, education staff member, volunteer or canteen or tuckshop Manager?

The Federation of Canteens in Schools (FOCIS) encourages you to register your interest for the Federation of Canteens in Schools National Roundtable that will reimagine the sustainable future of canteens and tuckshops by leveraging expert insights, shaping recommendations for new business models, funding opportunities, and partnerships.

See the Registration Form here.

Join the Foodcore Board

Are you looking for the opportunity to contribute to the health and wellbeing of the Western Australian community?

We are excited to announce that we are accepting nominations for our Board, to be elected at the Annual General Meeting 16 November 2024. The Foodcore Board is responsible for the strategic leadership, direction and development of the organisation. The skills mix of the Board must be aligned with the strategic direction and purpose of the organisation.

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Interpreting the WA school food policy

Download the ‘Interpreting the WA school food policy communication’ with further details about Foodcore’s role, guidance for schools, advice from the Department of Education and how Principals can request assistance.

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Media Statement New Food Safety Standards

New Food Safety Standard 3.2.2A Food Safety Management Tools was enforced Australia-wide from 8 December 2023.

To see what this means for your school and how Foodcore can help read our Media Statement

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Frequently asked questions – policy changes

There has been a lot of coverage about the changes to the schools policy, particularly ham.

We are sharing the following frequently asked questions and answers to try and reduce some of the confusion. We also confirm that it is business as usual for school canteens, changes are not required immediately.

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WASCA is now Foodcore Nutrition Services Inc.

We have exciting news to share, the WA School Canteen Association Inc. (WASCA) has conducted a comprehensive review of our name, profile and structure. WASCA is now Foodcore Nutrition Services Inc. For more information please see our eNews here.

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