ConnectingQ Resources

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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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.
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,
Evidence and tools
Boy being lifted in air like an airplane by father

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
Close up of man holding plate of fresh sandwiches

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
Evidence and tools
Man serving food to woman over a counter

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
Three woman cycling along a bikeway in a city

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
Woman running across bridge

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.
Case studies

Case Study: Ageing Well Noosa

The Noosa Shire Council delivers the Ageing Well Noosa program under funding delivered through ActiveKIT.
Case studies

Case Study: Live Life, Get Active program

Fraser Coast residents are fitter and happier thanks to the Live Life, Get Active program held in the region.
Programs and campaigns
Mother and son look at Podsquad on an ipad

Podsquad

Podsquad is a free, play-based wellbeing program that supports children aged 5-12 years and their families through an engaging and
Evidence and tools

Healthier food and drinks in sport and recreation facilities

A Better Choice aims to improve the availability of healthier food and beverage options within Queensland sports clubs and facilities.
Programs and campaigns

QCWA Country Kitchens

QCWA Country Kitchens is a health promotion program that supports communities across Queensland to adopt healthier lifestyle behaviours.

Media and news

Latest articles

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

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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 every day, diabetes

News

Step out to join the 2026 Move Together Challenge

Daily movement is an essential ingredient to keeping healthy and well, and this year’s Move Together Challenge, from 3 August to

Media Release
Dr Robyn Littlewood, Professor Ian Lowe and Joanna Munro

Building a Prevention 2.0 ecosystem to tackle chronic disease

Across Australia, a worrying health pattern has been emerging: people are living longer yet developing chronic disease earlier and living

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 reshapes how we think about healthy living by

News
Chef with healthy meal options stands in front of cafeteria fridge

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

Media Release
Sara from CHQ standing in caffetteria setting

Queensland’s public hospitals on target for healthy options

Queensland’s public healthcare facilities are making it easier than ever for staff, visitors, and the public to access healthier food and drink

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