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Building physical activity into urban planning and design

A series of evidence-based resources produced by the Heart Foundation to support relevant built environment, government, and health professionals to
Evidence and tools
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Global Observatory of Healthy and Sustainable Cities

Global, multi-institutional, transdisciplinary initiative providing evidence-based spatial and urban policy indicators to advocate for and track progress towards healthy and
Evidence and tools
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Urban design, transport, and health

A series of papers published in The Lancet Global Health
Evidence and tools
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Transport Health Assessment Tool (THAT) 

A freely accessible tool that measures and quantifies health benefits derived from replacing short car trips with walking and cycling.
Policy and strategy
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Get involved

Get involved is a website providing details of current Queensland Government consultations that are open for public feedback
Policy and strategy
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National Obesity Strategy  

A 10-year framework for action to prevent, reduce, and treat, overweight and obesity in Australia.
Policy and strategy

National Preventive Health Strategy 2021–2030  

The National Preventive Health Strategy provides the overarching, long-term approach to prevention in Australia by building systemic change to ensure

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4 ways to build connections to boost your wellbeing

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Healthy eating
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Eat healthy, enjoy food and save money – 7 tips on how to do it 

We all want to eat better, feel better, and maybe even save a few dollars at the checkout. Nutritionist Mathew

Wellbeing
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Get the sleep you need: small changes for better rest

We all know sleep is essential for our health and wellbeing, yet many of us aren’t getting enough. According to

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7 ways to keep walking when it’s hot outside

Summer in Queensland offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun, but the heat and humidity can make staying active challenging.

Healthy eating

How to cater for different dietary needs this Christmas

Whether you’re cooking for the family, baking for the end-of-year fundraiser, or bringing a plate to the office Christmas party, catering for everyone’s dietary needs can feel like the real nightmare before Christmas –

Wellbeing

How taking regular breaks can boost focus, energy and wellbeing

Ever tried powering through a busy day without stopping, only to find your brain turns to mush by mid-afternoon? That

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