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Explore evidence, tools, programs and initiatives that support healthier, more active Queensland communities, or suggest your own resources and events to help grow shared knowledge and collaboration across the Network.
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Evidence and tools
A person removing a packet of strawberries from a fridge that is full of vegetables and fruit.

Population health data to inform Queensland communities

Supporting non-government organisations and individuals by providing access to public health data sources that can inform their work.
Case studies
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Case study: Play Active for early learning

Participating in community music programs can foster creative and inclusive spaces for expression and connection in communities where inequalities exist.
Programs and campaigns
Two individuals sitting on the edge of a netball court next to a SportsBox locker. One individual is holiding a netball and the other is holding a drink bottle.

SportsBox – a borrow box of sports equipment for all

A self-serve locker system that makes it easier for everyone to get active by borrowing sports gear for free.
Policy and strategy
A young woman supports an older adult using a wheelchair while walking together along an outdoor path

Equity Framework

The Equity Framework is a resource that explains the causes of inequity and what we can do to improve equity.
Case studies
A group of adults sit on the ground playing musical instruments together

Case study: Harnessing the Power of Community Music for Health Promotion

Participating in community music programs can foster creative and inclusive spaces for expression and connection in communities where inequalities exist.
Evidence and tools
A group of school children walking outside on a footpath.

Walk Hub by Queensland Walks – Making Walking Better

Walk Hub is a free online resource that helps you to see if your streets could be improved for walking, and ways to report a problem or suggest improvements.
Evidence and tools
Man on laptop looking at Grow & Go Toolbox website, seating beside a woman wearing a baby carrier holding a baby

Grow & Go Toolbox Helping Feed Under 5’s

The Grow & Go Toolbox is a website for anyone caring for children under 5 who is looking for free, expert verified information on healthy eating.
Evidence and tools
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A go-to resource for child and family wellbeing in Queensland 

The Data Explorer is a go-to resource that presents a holistic picture of child and family wellbeing in Queensland.
Evidence and tools
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A Better Choice for Food and Drinks in Public Places

A Better Choice is a policy initiative aimed at enhancing the availability, accessibility, and promotion of nutritious food and drink options for Queenslanders in key public settings.
Evidence and tools
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Healthier Food and Drinks in Queensland Healthcare Facilities

Queensland Hospitals and Health Services play an important leadership role in supporting good nutrition for staff and visitors.
Evidence and tools
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How Precincts Can Improve How We Live

Learn how well-designed precincts can create a sense of place and belonging, and help drive economic growth.
Evidence and tools
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The Actions Hub by The Obesity Collective

The Actions Hub collates actions across a range of sectors to encourage a collaborative approach to obesity prevention.

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Media and news

Latest articles

Read the latest Health and Wellbeing Queensland news, opinions and media releases.

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Media Release
Woman walking with handbag and man walking with his bike along a train station platform.

From walking to gardening, every move counts in statewide challenge

Health and Wellbeing Queensland prevention partner 10,000 Steps is encouraging Queenslanders to find ways to increase physical activity as part
Media Release
HWQld Pick of the Crop children working in the outdoor school garden

The case for early screening: addressing the rise of type 2 diabetes in children

With nearly 1.3 million Australians living with type 2 diabetes and more than 300 new cases diagnosed daily, diabetes is
News

Step out to join the 2026 Move Together Challenge

The 2026 Move Together Challenge is encouraging Queenslanders to move more at a time, place and pace that works for
Media Release
Dr Robyn Littlewood, Professor Ian Lowe and Joanna Munro

Building a Prevention 2.0 ecosystem to tackle chronic disease

Health and Wellbeing Queensland's Prevention 2.0 approach tackles chronic disease through partnerships, prevention and system-wide action.
News
Backyard Cricket

New movement guidelines shift focus on 24-hour cycle for health

The Australian Government’s new 24-hour Movement Guidelines for Adults and Older Adults reshape how we think about healthy living, recognising
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Hospitals achieve record results in healthy food, drink audit

Queensland’s public healthcare facilities are delivering record results in creating healthier food and drink environments, with the latest statewide audit

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