Our aim is to improve the conditions and profile of walking in Queensland, support and encourage government, organisations and agencies to improve policy and funding priorities to enhance walking.
As an incorporated organisation, Queensland Walks’ membership is open to individuals and organisations interested in promoting walking for all. We continue to promote walking for all ages, all abilities.
Join Queensland Walks to advocate for better policy and planning to make Queensland neighbourhoods more walkable, more liveable for all everyone.
Queensland’s sustainable transport hierarchy prioritises walking, cycling, and public transport as the most environmentally friendly modes of travel. A quarter of Queenslanders do not hold a driving licence and many Queenslanders can’t afford or chose not to drive. Walking is therefore an important part of a transport system that Queenslanders rely on.
We’ve been working with Queensland school kids to clarify the rules around turning into side streets. Think you know how it works? Let’s see if you’re right.
Throughout the year, the Queensland Walking Alliance produces a range of helpful documents to communicate and promote our advocacy work. You can download a copy of the most recent documents here.
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
This year, ESSA (Exercise & Sports Science Australia) is extending Exercise Right Week into a full month during May with movement, motivation, and community engagement.
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
Greg Vann, Queensland Walks President Walking is fundamental in everything we do. It enables us to get around and visit and create connections. It underpins
In 1961, urbanist and activist Jane Jacobs release a book called The Death and Life of Great American Cities. It championed walkable, community-oriented neighbourhoods and
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
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Queensland Walks respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we meet and walk. We pay respect to elders past, present and emerging.
