Welcome
WASCA is a not-for-profit, non-government health promotion charity organisation based in Western Australia formed in 1994. WASCA assists canteens and other food services to provide and promote healthy choices and operate economically viable and professional businesses. We do this by empowering food services with training, practical tools, information and advice as well as working in partnership with schools and the wider community, government, food industry, workplaces and other non-government organisations.
WASCA is working closely with the Department of Education to support schools to implement and maintain the Healthy Food and Drinks Policy. Full details of the Government initiative are available at www.det.wa.edu.au/healthyfoodanddrink.
General Meetings, Training and Events in 2021
Please RSVP to wasca@education.wa.edu.au for any of the events below
| Event | Date & Time | Location |
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| Financial management training – online
Financial management is critical to the successful operation of a school’s food service. Join us to learn what’s involved in operating a financially viable canteen. This includes but is not limited to calculating menu prices, stock control, standardisation and portion control and maintaining accurate daily records.
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June 9 training now full.
July date and time to be confirmed. Email us to advise your preferred days and times. Cost: To RSVP email your name, school name and your role. |
Online via WebEx
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| Financial management training – regional, in-person
Financial management is critical to the successful operation of a school’s food service. Join us to learn what’s involved in operating a financially viable canteen. This includes but is not limited to calculating menu prices, stock control, standardisation and portion control and maintaining accurate daily records. For more information see the flyer here. |
Monday 21 June
2:30pm – 5:30pm Cost: To RSVP email your name, school name, your role and any dietary requirements. |
Margaret River Senior High School |
| Traffic light training and menu planning and development
Canteen supervisors and their employers (e.g. Parent Bodies or food service owners) must complete ‘traffic light’ training as part of compliance with the Department of Education’s Healthy Food and Drink policy. The training covers all aspects of the Healthy Food and Drink policy including it’s scope, the five areas of compliance, the responsibilities of each of the school stakeholders, how to assess a menu using the traffic light system and practical advice on how to create healthier menus. If you are a new Canteen Supervisor, a new employer of a Canteen Supervisor or in need of a refresh this training is vital and a great opportunity to connect with other stakeholders operating a school food service. |
Wednesday 7 July
8.30am – 12.30pm Cost: To RSVP email your name, school name, your role and any dietary requirements. |
Department of Education
151 Royal Street, East Perth WA 6004 |
| WASCA Annual General Meeting
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Wednesday 15 September
5.00pm – 7.00pm |
Venue TBC |
