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International Women’s Day 2026: Why food security for pregnant women must be a priority 

In Australia, around 14% of pregnant women experience food insecurity, meaning they don’t always have access to nutritious, affordable food to meet their needs and those of their unborn baby.
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Help us make our mark on the 2032 Olympic Games

As the 2032 Games approaches, the focus is not only on the event itself, but on the legacy it will leave – for Brisbane and across Queensland.
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Queensland’s call to action on obesity

Health and Wellbeing Queensland is calling for urgent action this World Obesity Day, as alarming new statistics reveal the growing impact of overweight and obesity on Queenslanders.
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Building a healthier Queensland — No matter the postcode 

Connecting with Queenslanders who live and work in a remote communities, highlights the impact of Health and Wellbeing Queensland’s commitment to working with prevention program partners.
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Healthy is Happening – Join the movement empowering Queenslanders to thrive! 

Queensland, it’s time to rise and shine! Health and Wellbeing Queensland has launched Healthy is Happening, a bold, vibrant and statewide wellbeing movement, live until March 2026.
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Vegetables: affordable, nutritious … and missing from Australian plates  

A partnership between Health and Wellbeing Queensland, and the Outdoor Media Association and AUSVEG is launching the 2026 Fresh Veg, Deliciously Affordable campaign.
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Clinician’s Guide to Women and Girls’ Health: new podcast series launched to strengthen care across life stages

Health and Wellbeing Queensland has launched a new nine-part podcast series designed to empower health professionals to deliver more confident, informed and empathetic care for women and girls.
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Young Queenslanders bring healthy snack tool to life 

Healthy eating habits are built through small, everyday decisions, and for many young Queenslanders, snacking plays a significant role in how they fuel their day.
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Healthier tuckshops helping Queensland kids thrive

Alongside the usual sandwiches and snacks, students can now grab wraps packed with veggies, fresh salads, and fruit cups – all thanks to the Healthier Tuckshops program.
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Health and Wellbeing Queensland CEO to chair international network 

Health and Wellbeing Queensland is delighted to announce CEO Dr Robyn Littlewood has been appointed Chair of the International Network of Health Promotion Foundations for the 2026–2027 term.
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New campaign and resources highlight the importance of health ‘Before the Baby Bump’ 

Good health before pregnancy sets a healthier foundation for prospective parents and their future child.
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How Maureen transformed her health for her family at 75, through Logan Healthy Living  

Logan Healthy Living is a free community-based program supporting people living with, or at risk of, type 2 diabetes. Learn about Maureen's journey.

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