Episode description
In this episode, we sit down with Kate O'Hara, CEO of Foodbank WA, and Jennifer Tartaglia, Manager of the Nutrition Education Team, to discuss some of the pressing issues related to food in Australia.
Foodbank WA is Australia's largest food relief organisation, providing food and groceries to charities and school breakfast programs in every state and territory. With a mission to fight hunger in WA, Foodbank provides quality food to people in need and delivers food education that promotes healthy eating.
In this episode, we dive deep into the issue of food affordability and ask the question, "Why is food so expensive?" Kate and Jenny share their insights on the reasons behind the rising cost of food and how it affects "on average 1 in 3 West Australians."
We also explore the impact of food insecurity on the mental well-being of the hospitality industry. With many people in the hospitality sector facing financial struggles, access to healthy food can be limited, leading to stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Kate and Jennifer shed light on this often-overlooked issue and provide some practical solutions.
Join us for an insightful conversation as we discuss the challenges and opportunities in the world of food, and how we can work together to make healthy food accessible to everyone.