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Sky News AU
15-05-2025
- Business
- Sky News AU
'Simply doesn't make sense': Nation's peak marketing body clashes with South Australia government over policy to ban junk food ads amid obesity crisis
South Australia is set to make an extraordinary move to ban all junk food advertisements from public transportation in a bid to scale back the state's rising obesity figures. The mandatory state policy is expected to kick in from July 1 and will prohibit an array of advertisements per the COAG Health Council's National interim guide to reduce children's exposure to unhealthy food and drink promotion. Businesses will soon be restricted from advertising images of lollies, dried fruits with added sugar, chocolocate, doughnuts, savoury or flavoured crisps, burgers, pizza, nachos, processed meats, kebabs and more. The government is also expected to ban promotions of meat pies and sausage rolls. "Australians are regularly exposed to unhealthy food and drink marketing which can influence nutrition knowledge, food preferences and consumption patterns, especially for children," the South Australia government wrote in a previous statement. "Unhealthy diets continue to be a leading public health risk." However, the nation's peak advertising body has clashed with the state on the drastic policy and has criticised the extensive list of restrictions. The CEO of Australian Association of National Advertisers, Josh Faulks said: "As it stands, this policy bans all processed meats, which means a simple ham salad sandwich can't be advertised.' "This simply doesn't make sense and the government should be making evidence-based decisions, not blanket bans that don't align with nutritional science.' The AANA further highlighted the economic impact the policy could have on businesses and claimed the sweeping changes would make it hard to advertise in South Australia. 'The Tasting Australia event can no longer show images of charcuterie boards or pastries in their advertising," said Faulks. 'Under this policy, businesses that have nothing to do with the food or beverage industry will find advertising in South Australia harder. "We fully support measures that encourage healthy eating, but this policy fails to distinguish between everyday foods and discretionary items, creating confusion and unfairly restricting brands that are doing the right thing from communicating with consumers." In place of the "blanket ban" the AANA is urging the state government to instead adopt the Food Standards Australia New Zealand nutrient profiling scoring criteria to determine which foods should be restricted. According to latest government figures about 63 per cent of adults and 35 per cent of children across South Australia are overweight or obese. The state policy has garnered the support of a number of organisations including Preventative Health SA and the Cancer Council. Health Minister Chris Picton took aim at AANA and accused the peak body of ''scaremongering'' the public. ''These lobbyists want to force the State Government to keep having junk food ads on our own buses amidst an obesity crisis,'' Mr Picton said. 'Advertising of unhealthy food and drinks has long been recognised as having a harmful impact on the diets of children. ''The policy applies to government-owned Adelaide Metro buses, trains and trams. It is not up to advertising industry lobbyists to tell us what can be displayed on our public transport assets.''
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
State bans ads with ham sandwiches
South Australia will ban advertisements for unhealthy foods, including processed meats like ham, on its public transportation assets from July. Picture: Supplied Advertisements for ham salad sandwiches will soon be banned from public transportation in South Australia in a fresh push to roll back childhood and adult obesity. The ban, set to come into effect from July 1, prohibits a range of junk food items from being displayed on Adelaide's buses, trains and trams, including processed meats like ham. Chocolate, lollies, confectionary, desserts, ice creams, soft drinks and chips will all be banned from display alongside processed meats, with the measure designed to limit children's exposure to unhealthy food and drink advertising. But the Australian Association of National Advertisers is up in arms about what it calls a 'blanket ban'. ADVERTISEMENT 'As it stands, this policy bans all processed meats, which means a simple ham salad sandwich can't be advertised.' AANA CEO Josh Faulks said. 'This simply doesn't make sense and the government should be making evidence-based decisions, not blanket bans that don't align with nutritional science.' The ban covers advertisements on Adelaide's transportation network. Picture: NewsWire / Kelly Barnes The peak body warns charities and businesses could be negatively impacted by the ban. 'The policy bans all advertising showing those banned food or drink items. 'For example, an ad celebrating the anniversary of a children's charity which depicts a child with a birthday cake would be banned,' Mr Faulks said. 'The Tasting Australia event can no longer show images of charcuterie boards or pastries in their advertising. 'Under this policy, businesses that have nothing to do with the food or beverage industry will find advertising in South Australia harder.' ADVERTISEMENT The AANA has confirmed with NewsWire it opposes all advertising bans for food and beverages. If the ban comes into effect, the AANA wants the government to adopt what it calls a 'science-based approach' by using nutrient profiling scoring criteria to determine which foods should be restricted. Some 63 per cent of adults and 35 per cent of children across South Australia are overweight or obese, government figures show. Health Minister Chris Picton previously said the ban was a 'sensible step' to a 'healthier South Australia'. 'Food habits and relationships established early in life have a lasting impact on food habits and health outcomes of adults,' he said in January. 'The rising rates of obesity are concerning, which is why we have developed an evidence-based policy to restrict the advertising of unhealthy food and drinks on state government buses and trams. The ban covers processed meats like ham. Picture: Supplied. 'This policy recognises that the cumulative exposure of unhealthy food and drink advertising influences a child's food preferences and intake and the associated 'pester power' children use to persuade parents.' ADVERTISEMENT Cancer Council SA prevention and advocacy manager Christine Morris said unhealthy food and drink items were also linked to cancer. 'We know that minimising unhealthy food and drink advertising can lead to better health outcomes for everyone,' she said. 'Our research shows that forming the foundations of positive nutrition preferences in children is a big step in overall cancer prevention. 'We heartily welcome this ban as a positive move towards a healthier community.'
The Age
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
Where Firedoor chef Lennox Hastie likes to eat in Sydney, Melbourne and San Sebastian
From a 'killer' sandwich at a Sydney wine bar to Victoria's long lunch destination of dreams, Firedoor's Lennox Hastie shares his favourite food and drink finds. , register or subscribe to save recipes for later. You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Save this article for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime. It's been 10 years since UK-born chef Lennox Hastie opened his two-hatted Sydney restaurant Firedoor, the 2023 SMH Good Food Guide Restaurant of the Year. Now he brings his earth, water and fire charm to Tasting Australia, curating the menu for the Elemental Dining Series — making this his third appearance at South Australia's popular culinary festival, which is happening now until May 11. Chef Lennox Hastie in the kitchen of his restaurant, Firedoor. Edwina Pickles A five-year stint at current World's 50 Best number two restaurant Asador Etxebarri in Spain led to him opening the Basque-inspired Surry Hills wine bar, Gildas, in 2022. Recently, he bought out his business partner to become sole owner of Firedoor. Hastie took some time out to share his eating in and eating out favourites at home and in San Sebastian, the Spanish city he says inspired his famously flame-licked style of cooking at Firedoor. Chef Lennox Hastie cooking over flames at Firedoor. Edwina Pickles My signature dish and go-to at home It's grilled fish — barramundi with oil, lemon and a simple salad. Guilty pleasure I am sucker for cold custard. I will consume it straight from the fridge with a spoon. The kitchen wisdom I cling to I always say cook the food you want to eat — it sounds stupidly obvious but it's everything. You have to make yourself happy first. You have to choose the ingredients you want and there's nothing worse than cooking something you don't love. I am also definitely guilty of being the chef who uses every pot and pan in the kitchen at home, but I'd say clean as you go. That said, if I cook, my wife cleans up. My favourite hometown restaurant I look for places that are individual owner operated. In Surry Hills, Sang by Mabasa is a beautiful small restaurant run by a mum and dad duo, while their son and daughter work the floor. I can't go past their kimchi or shallot pancake. My favourite local cafe, bar and takeaway I love AP Bakery — it's just up the road from us, and because you can go to the rooftop, it makes the perfect escape in the city. I can't go past their Aleppo pepper and Asiago cheese scroll. When it comes to a local bar, it's Bar Copains. It's got a killer whiting sandwich on the menu. I also love a martini, I'm a straight shooter in that department, but also love a good wine by the glass if I want to try something I haven't before. Hastie loves the whiting sandwich at Bar Copains. Edwina Pickles There's a hole-in-the-wall Chinese dumpling spot in Cremorne called Fang Dumpling House. It's where we go for a quick takeaway. Favourite restaurant experience in Australia A long lunch at Tedesca Osteria in Red Hill in Victoria. It's the whole package — the fire, the garden, the rhythm of the kitchen, it's relaxed warm and welcoming. Chef Brigitte Hafner has an incredible love of ingredients that she wants to share. We ate the grilled duck, and she made the legs into a cassoulet with green beans. We dined there last year and are still talking about it. Anchovy on toast at Napier Quarter cafe and wine bar in Fitzroy. Eddie Jim When in Melbourne I love to eat at Fitzroy wine bar Napier Quarter. It's a firm favourite — incredible, understated and delicious. The anchovy on toast is great any time of the day. I always love Embla – it's not the new kid on the block but it gently hums to its own tune and Dave Verheul is an understated brilliant chef. His cooking is super sharp, seasonal and on point — it's a great bar and restaurant. Any of the raw beef or raw vegetable dishes with fermented pepper or chilli wins me over every time. I've been to Caretaker's Cottage bar a few times. It's a cracker — the atmosphere, the size, the welcome and its accomplished list of cocktails. I love coffee and tea and hit them hard. When in Melbourne, it's Market Lane for a double espresso. Caretaker's Cottage bar: 'It's a cracker'. Supplied ON THE ROAD Favourite food city My heart always goes back to San Sebastian in Spain. I went there as a young chef in 2004 to check it out and find some work, and spent five years there. I was hooked, it's an incredible traditional culinary place, where they respect food culture and the ingredients but also a place where there is a huge amount of creativity. You can eat well on every single level from the bars to high-end dining. Elkano is a traditional seaside grill where the food is incredibly done. Order a whole grilled turbot, baby squid and hake 'throats' so beautifully done with so much flavour. Bar Nestor is a classic spot to visit. They make tortillas twice a day and make a beautiful tomato salad and a great beef chop – think steak, fire and salt and nothing else. At Casa Camara live seafood is kept in the basement, which floods twice a day with the tide. Supplied Casa Camara it's a house that drops into the sea, it's spectacular. The dining room has a hole that runs directly into the sea and they pull up massive lobster pots and you choose your own lobster and they cook it for you there and then. If you're looking for somewhere to stay, I recommend the Lasala Plaza Hotel in the old town, or the classic Maria Cristina – a luxury hotel with a good bar.
West Australian
07-05-2025
- Health
- West Australian
Australian Association of National Advertisers hits out at South Australian ban on unhealthy food and drink ads
Advertisements for ham salad sandwiches will soon be banned from public transportation in South Australia in a fresh push to roll back childhood and adult obesity. The ban, set to come into effect from July 1, prohibits a range of junk food items from being displayed on Adelaide's buses, trains and trams, including processed meats like ham. Chocolate, lollies, confectionary, desserts, ice creams, soft drinks and chips will all be banned from display alongside processed meats, with the measure designed to limit children's exposure to unhealthy food and drink advertising. But the Australian Association of National Advertisers is up in arms about what it calls a 'blanket ban'. 'As it stands, this policy bans all processed meats, which means a simple ham salad sandwich can't be advertised.' AANA CEO Josh Faulks said. 'This simply doesn't make sense and the government should be making evidence-based decisions, not blanket bans that don't align with nutritional science.' The peak body warns charities and businesses could be negatively impacted by the ban. 'The policy bans all advertising showing those banned food or drink items. 'For example, an ad celebrating the anniversary of a children's charity which depicts a child with a birthday cake would be banned,' Mr Faulks said. 'The Tasting Australia event can no longer show images of charcuterie boards or pastries in their advertising. 'Under this policy, businesses that have nothing to do with the food or beverage industry will find advertising in South Australia harder.' The AANA has called for a 'clearer and more practical approach'. NewsWire has written to the AANA for clarity on what that might mean. If the ban comes into effect, the AANA wants the government to adopt what it calls a 'science-based approach' by using nutrient profiling scoring criteria to determine which foods should be restricted. Some 63 per cent of adults and 35 per cent of children across South Australia are overweight or obese, government figures show. Health Minister Chris Picton previously said the ban was a 'sensible step' to a 'healthier South Australia'. 'Food habits and relationships established early in life have a lasting impact on food habits and health outcomes of adults,' he said in January. 'The rising rates of obesity are concerning, which is why we have developed an evidence-based policy to restrict the advertising of unhealthy food and drinks on state government buses and trams. 'This policy recognises that the cumulative exposure of unhealthy food and drink advertising influences a child's food preferences and intake and the associated 'pester power' children use to persuade parents.' Cancer Council SA prevention and advocacy manager Christine Morris said unhealthy food and drink items were also linked to cancer. 'We know that minimising unhealthy food and drink advertising can lead to better health outcomes for everyone,' she said. 'Our research shows that forming the foundations of positive nutrition preferences in children is a big step in overall cancer prevention. 'We heartily welcome this ban as a positive move towards a healthier community.'
Perth Now
07-05-2025
- Health
- Perth Now
Ham sandwiches centre of bus furore
Advertisements for ham salad sandwiches will soon be banned from public transportation in South Australia in a fresh push to roll back childhood and adult obesity. The ban, set to come into effect from July 1, prohibits a range of junk food items from being displayed on Adelaide's buses, trains and trams, including processed meats like ham. Chocolate, lollies, confectionary, desserts, ice creams, soft drinks and chips will all be banned from display alongside processed meats, with the measure designed to limit children's exposure to unhealthy food and drink advertising. But the Australian Association of National Advertisers is up in arms about what it calls a 'blanket ban'. 'As it stands, this policy bans all processed meats, which means a simple ham salad sandwich can't be advertised.' AANA CEO Josh Faulks said. 'This simply doesn't make sense and the government should be making evidence-based decisions, not blanket bans that don't align with nutritional science.' The ban covers advertisements on Adelaide's transportation network. NewsWire / Kelly Barnes Credit: News Corp Australia The peak body warns charities and businesses could be negatively impacted by the ban. 'The policy bans all advertising showing those banned food or drink items. 'For example, an ad celebrating the anniversary of a children's charity which depicts a child with a birthday cake would be banned,' Mr Faulks said. 'The Tasting Australia event can no longer show images of charcuterie boards or pastries in their advertising. 'Under this policy, businesses that have nothing to do with the food or beverage industry will find advertising in South Australia harder.' The AANA has called for a 'clearer and more practical approach'. NewsWire has written to the AANA for clarity on what that might mean. If the ban comes into effect, the AANA wants the government to adopt what it calls a 'science-based approach' by using nutrient profiling scoring criteria to determine which foods should be restricted. Some 63 per cent of adults and 35 per cent of children across South Australia are overweight or obese, government figures show. Health Minister Chris Picton previously said the ban was a 'sensible step' to a 'healthier South Australia'. 'Food habits and relationships established early in life have a lasting impact on food habits and health outcomes of adults,' he said in January. 'The rising rates of obesity are concerning, which is why we have developed an evidence-based policy to restrict the advertising of unhealthy food and drinks on state government buses and trams. The ban covers processed meats like ham. Supplied. Credit: News Limited 'This policy recognises that the cumulative exposure of unhealthy food and drink advertising influences a child's food preferences and intake and the associated 'pester power' children use to persuade parents.' Cancer Council SA prevention and advocacy manager Christine Morris said unhealthy food and drink items were also linked to cancer. 'We know that minimising unhealthy food and drink advertising can lead to better health outcomes for everyone,' she said. 'Our research shows that forming the foundations of positive nutrition preferences in children is a big step in overall cancer prevention. 'We heartily welcome this ban as a positive move towards a healthier community.'
