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Healthy and active by design

Healthy and active by design

This session explores how the built environment can support healthier, more active communities. The Heart Foundation’s Healthy Active by Design resource brings together evidence, practical guidance, checklists and case studies to support planners, developers, traffic engineers, local governments, communities and decision-makers to create neighbourhoods that encourage walking, cycling and active living.

Date: 17 October 2024

Speaker

Sheree Hughes – General Manager Queensland, Heart Foundation

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