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Follow the links below to find information on the regulation of food by governments.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand [FSANZ] is responsible for setting standards and regulating foods in Australia and New Zealand.
Updated December 2007
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Bottle feeding - infant formulas
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Although breastfeeding is generally best for babies, they can also do well if they need to be bottle fed. Formulas are modified milks that are made to be as close to breastmilk as possible.
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Jun 2008
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Food regulation system
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The system is based upon a strengthening of the partnership between government, consumers and industry, increased Ministerial direction on policy and a continued close relationship between Australia and New Zealand in the development of joint food standards.
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May 2008
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Food Policy Section
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Food Policy Section works closely with the Food Regulation Secretariat Section and the Food Safety and Surveillance Section in the Office of Health Protection and other Government Departments such as the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.
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May 2008
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Food Policy
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Welcome to the Population Health Division's Food Regulation Policy Section homepage.
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May 2008
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Alcohol - the facts
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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There are different kinds of alcohol. The one that people drink is called ethyl alcohol. It is made by fermenting different ingredients.
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May 2008
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Alcohol and young people
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Young people try alcohol for many reasons. They might be curious, or want to be one of the group. Some drink because it makes them feel older, or because it gives them a certain image among friends.
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Apr 2008
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Advisory Panel on the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formula (APMAIF)
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Advisory Panel on the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formula (APMAIF) was established to monitor compliance with and advise the Government on the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formula: Manufacturers and Importers (MAIF) Agreement.
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Dec 2007
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Items for Consultation
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Food Regulation Standing Committee develops policies for referral to the Ministerial Council. Draft policies requiring Stakeholder and community input will be posted on this website prior to them being submitted to Ministers.
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Oct 2007
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Media release. Quicker, better food regulation
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Changes to food regulations will significantly improve the assessment and consultation procedures for new and amended food standards.
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Jul 2007
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Alcohol and the law
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myDr
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There are laws governing how alcohol can be sold and used.
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Nov 2006
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Standard drinks
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myDr
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Knowing how much alcohol different drinks contain can help you monitor your consumption.
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Sep 2006
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Supermarket maze
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Women's Health Queensland Wide Inc
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This article will examine some of the common marketing tools used in selling food products as well as reiterate the basics of achieving a well-balanced diet.
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Mar 2006
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Fact sheet - Codex
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The proposed Codex Guidelines on Vitamin and Mineral Supplements will NOT apply in Australia and will have NO IMPACT on the way these types of products are regulated in Australia.
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May 2005
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Annual Report of the Advisory Panel on the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formula
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Panel monitors compliance with the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formula: Manufacturers and Importers Agreement 1992 (MAIF Agreement). The aim of the MAIF Agreement is to help ensure safe and adequate nutrition for infants, by the protection and promotion of breastfeeding.
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Sep 2004
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