School Active Transport Infrastructure Program pilot for Queensland schools

We are thrilled to hear about a new program announcement from the The Queensland Government. This month the Queensland Government announced the launch of the School Active Transport Infrastructure Pilot (SATIP). This announcement is welcomed, and we’re keen to see many Queensland schools benefit from safety upgrades to their schools. At Queensland Walks, we know […]
International Women’s Day Night Walk 7 March

Join us for an International Women’s Day Safe Cities | Safe Streets Nighttime Walk on Friday 7th March. The theme for IWD 2025 is March Forward and to keep in step we are doing a Safe Cities Safe Streets walk around Suncorp Stadium at night. What you need to know: Location: Sports House, 150 […]
Queensland Walks provides ideas to the 100 Day Review

Queensland Walks knows that walkability will be key to a successful Olympic and Paralympic Games. Read Queensland Walks’ recommendations.
Glen Power’s call for a greener Queensland

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 industry to take proactive steps in contributing to a greener, more sustainable future for the state. AILA is a contributor to the Queensland Walking Alliance which is facilitated by Queensland […]
New Kangaroo Point Bridge

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 heavy rain showers) to check out Brisbane’s newest and biggest green bridge connecting Kangaroo Point to downtown. It is impressive. For a start, it’s huge as it crosses the Brisbane […]
Have your say on a new Walking Network Plan for Burleigh

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 is for safer, more accessible and sustainable trails, and we’re all for that. Here’s how to get involved… Complete the online survey at gchaveyoursay.com.au/burleigh-wnp before 11 February 2025 for a […]
Queensland Walks Submission on Bundaberg Integrated Transport Strategy

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 Regional Council (BRC). We commend the multi-modal approach to transport planning, supporting public and active transport, and linking transport to appropriate land use. This submission focuses on improving conditions for […]
Sunshine Coast Active Travel corridors

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 are between Mooloolaba and the University of the Sunshine Coast, and from Caloundra to Currimundi. When complete, the Mooloolaba to University (M2U) corridor will offer a 10-kilometre route connecting six […]
A walk in: Ipswich Central

Lighter, quicker, cheaper for shading on a hot footpath Queensland Walks visited Ipswich Central to meet with Erin Marchant, Place Manager, Ipswich City Council. Former Queensland Walks Board member and Ipswich Sport and Recreation Officer, Andrea Mann also joined us for the walking conversation on a 28 degree toasty spring day in beautiful historic Ipswich. […]
Queensland Road Safety Week

Queensland Road Safety Week: 26-30 August 2024 Safe walkways and crossings, attentive driving. As we join the community in recognising Road Safety Week, Queensland Walks is keen to shine a light on the importance of creating safe, accessible, and enjoyable walking environments for everyone. Queensland Walks encourages the promotion and enforcement of safe driving practices. […]