Improving walkability in our communities benefits everyone. When our streets are safe, shaded and accessible, walking becomes not just a mode of transport but a way to connect with neighbours, support local businesses and enhance our health and wellbeing.

Walkable neighbourhoods foster stronger social ties and contribute to safer, more vibrant communities.

Queensland Walks encourages residents to take simple steps: go for a walk, observe your surroundings, use tools such as the Walk My Street checklist to assess your area’s walkability. Reporting issues to local councils and sharing ideas with neighbours can lead to meaningful improvements.

Join the conversation and be part of the movement to create more walkable, liveable communities. Your involvement makes a difference. Here’s what you can do:

1. Walk: Go for a walk in your local street, neighbourhood or community. Take someone with  you
2. Observe: Think about what you like or don’t like about where you walk? What could be better? Use the Walk My Street Check-up tool
3. Rate/Report. Tell your council or your local council what you found
4. Share: Share your ideas with your neighbours and local community
5. Gather: Get a group together to make walking better. Spreading the work around makes it easier, more enjoyable, and more effective