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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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Case study: The Eat, Breathe, Move (EBM) program

The Eat, Breathe, Move (EBM) program, aimed to promote physical activity by recognising the connection between metabolism, breathing and movement.
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Case Study: Ageing Well Noosa

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

Through funding under the ActiveKIT program, Hockey Queensland launched a new and improved platform as part of their National Education
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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

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.
Programs and campaigns

Deadly Choices

Deadly Choices empowers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to make healthy choices for themselves and their families.
Programs and campaigns

Healthier Tuckshop Support Program

The Healthier Tuckshops program supports Queensland schools to serve healthy foods and drinks, in line with the State's Smart Choices
Evidence and tools

My health for life

My health for life is an free, evidence-based behaviour change initiative where health coaches help participants create healthier habits.
Evidence and tools

10,000 Steps

10,000 Steps is a free, interactive, evidence-based behaviour change program that motivates individuals to increase daily physical activity.
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Case studies: Healthier options in sport and recreation

Case studies are a valuable resources to support sport and recreation clubs to implement healthier food and drink options.

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How to build a healthy snack when you’re time poor 

When your day is busy and meals feel rushed, having some go-to healthy snacks can make a real difference. You don’t need fancy ingredients or lots

Physical activity

How cardio and muscle strengthening activities work together for a healthier heart

Your heart is your body’s hardest worker. It’s a powerful muscle about the size of your clenched fist that keeps

Healthy eating
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Smart pantry cooking: Healthy meals using canned, frozen and long-life foods 

A well-stocked pantry has always been a quiet ally in the kitchen, but in times when fresh produce can fluctuate

Healthy eating
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Teaching your toddler healthy eating habits 

Toddlerhood is a time when children learn about new foods and lifelong eating habits are established. These habits will enable them

Kids
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10 free or low-cost ways for kids and families to be active 

Healthy habits learned in childhood often stay with us into adulthood. This includes regular physical activity. Being active is important for children and

Healthy eating
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5 common healthy eating hurdles and how to overcome them

Healthy eating is a long-term goal worth having. But everything worthwhile comes with a hurdle or two. Knowing what barriers

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