# Why aren't health star ratings mandatory in Australia?

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Podcast: [ABC News Top Stories](https://stenobird.com/podcast/abc-news-top-stories-6001594)
Published: 2026-06-09T02:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/abc-news-top-stories/why-aren-t-health-star-ratings-mandatory-in-australia/106776264
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## Resource

Public consultation has begun on a proposal to make health star ratings mandatory on all packaged food and drinks sold in Australia. Health and medical bodies want mandatory star ratings to help shoppers make healthier choices. A decision on mandatory food star ratings is expected in 2027.

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