Australia news live: poor hospital food adding to health costs; suspected crocodile remains found on Adelaide roadside

Governments spending $2.13bn annually on low quality food in public settings, report saysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe authors say it is the first comprehensive assessment of public food procurement in Australia. Leah Galvin, co-Lead of GFPA and report co-author, says:A different approach can increase the use of fresh, local produce, redirect spending to Australian farmers and producers, support the people working in public food service kitchens, and generate real benefits for Australia.Better public food procurement is not about spending more, it’s about spending smarter. The evidence is clear, public support is strong, and the solutions exist. Given the threat to our food system caused by the global fuel and fertiliser crisis, now is the moment for leadership.