Extreme Heat Awareness Day
Heatwaves are Australia’s deadliest environmental disaster. Climate change is making summers longer and hotter, and heatwaves more dangerous. Our cities are sweltering as the urban
Heatwaves are Australia’s deadliest environmental disaster. Climate change is making summers longer and hotter, and heatwaves more dangerous. Our cities are sweltering as the urban
A collaboration between Zonta Club of Brisbane, Queensland Walks and University of Queensland Words by Sandra McLean Zonta Club of Brisbane (ZCB) is part of
Why walkable neighbourhoods are vital for healthy ageing Words by Dr Rhonda Anderson, Fit and Well. Walking, as simple as it seems, is the backbone
Walk My Queensland What Does ‘Walk My Queensland’ mean? Walk My Queensland is the theme for Queensland Walks Month 2025 — a celebration of walking,
Walking to understand Date: 8 May 2025 Location: Selected local streets in the Kingaroy–Booie area On a warm May morning, seven people, a mix of
Safe Cities | Safe Streets for Women and Girls Date:Â 21 May 2025 Location:Â Suncorp Stadium and surrounds, Brisbane Focus:Â Safety, walkability, and visibility for women and girls
With NAIDOC turning 50 in 2025, this year’s theme celebrates a legacy built on strength. ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy’ invites all Australians
As we mark National Road Safety Week, Queensland Walks is highlighting the importance of safer streets for everyone—especially those who walk. Last week, we hosted
It’s National Road Safety Week 2025 and the theme this year is ‘Drive so others survive’. It’s a powerful message and one that at Queensland
We are thrilled to hear about a new program announcement from the Queensland Government. In February the Queensland Government announced the launch of the School
Our good friends at 10,000 Steps are adding another new toolkit to their suite of resources supporting workplaces, councils and communities to get more movement
Join us for an International Women’s Day Safe Cities | Safe Streets Nighttime Walk on Friday 7th March.  The theme for IWD 2025 is
Queensland Walks knows that walkability will be key to a successful Olympic and Paralympic Games. Read Queensland Walks’ recommendations.
Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA), QLD Chapter President, Urbis Director of Design, and Landscape Architect Glen Power has called for professionals in the design
We’re thrilled to see that 11 schools across the Rockhampton Region will benefit from $2.7 million in funding from the Department of Transport and Main
Greg Vann, President Queensland Walks Shared via LinkedIn Green bridge no. 7 (or is it 8, think I’ve lost count!). Got along today (dodging the
The City of Gold Coast wants your input into drafting a Walking Network Plan (WNP) for Burleigh’s hidden green spaces and natural areas. The call
Summary Queensland Walks appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback on the Bundaberg Integrated Transport Strategy (BITS) released by Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and Bundaberg
Sunshine Coast Council is planning to deliver two safe and inclusive active transport corridors for people walking, riding and using personal mobility devices. These corridors
Nestled in the lush Daintree region is a locally owned and operated tour business that offers visitors a rare opportunity to connect with First Nations culture while exploring the breathtaking landscapes and walkways of this ancient land.
Walking is something our people have been doing for many thousands of years. Walkabout is the word we use to describe taking time out and