The Federation of Wine & Food Societies of Australia is a company incorporated in the Australian Capital Territory in 1968 and limited by guarantee. The guarantee is $50 per affiliated Society.

The following paragraphs are abbreviated from the Constitution, which fully outlines the objects for which the Federation is established.

1. To establish in Australia a non-profit sharing organization of groups having objects similar to, and wishing to become members of, the Federation.

2. To promote an appreciation of wine, food and culinary art and to develop the pleasure of drinking and eating in good company as an essential part of a healthy, cultivated and enjoyable way of life.

3. To further the study and improvement of all habits and arts associated and compatible such an appreciation and to assist in the general propagation of their understanding and knowledge.

4. To encourage wine and food servers and merchants, restaurateurs, and all associated with the  provision of such amenities, to adopt the highest standards for the preparation and presentation of wines and food.

5. To make awards, commendations and donations to encourage interest in the Federation or its objects.

6. To establish a cellar of wines for use at Federation functions and for member societies when celebrating special events.

7. To establish and maintain libraries and information connected with the objects of the Federation and to print and publish books, periodicals and leaflets.

8. To become a member of any other organization having objects altogether or in part similar to those of the Federation, provided that the Federation distributes its income solely towards the promotion of the objects of the Federation.