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. […]
A week without driving
Queensland Walks attended an inspiring morning for the Australian launch of “A Week Without Driving”, held in Morayfields on Wednesday morning. Organiser, Wendy Nash from getaroundcabocarfree.com.au spoke about the 40% of residents in Caboolture that don’t drive. Wendy emphasised the importance of advocating for safe places to walk, roll and stroll so that people could […]
R U OK?
Queensland Walks Month focused on walking for mental health with a theme of “Good for the Soul”. The theme emphasised the holistic benefits of walking for the mind, body, heart, and soul. “Good for the Soul” was a reminder to take the time to walk, roll and stroll every day. In today’s busy world of […]
Toowoomba weWALK
Learning, sharing ideas, and frank discussions with a dose of fun, were the order of the morning at the weWALK Toowoomba WALKshop on Wednesday. Despite the rainy weather, the attendees included council staff, community groups, not for profits, health and wellbeing, representatives for disabilities, bicycle users, climate advocates, universities, young people and pram users. Whilst […]
Queensland Walks Month – August 2024
Are you ready to celebrate the most popular recreational activity in Queensland? Queensland Walks Month starts on the 1st of August 2024. Let’s get ready to celebrate! This year’s theme, “Good for the Soul,” emphasises the holistic benefits of walking for the mind, body, heart, and soul. It’s time to remind ourselves to take […]
Are you a Mate?
Queensland Walks is proud to support Mates4Mates on their Walkabout Creek walk in Queensland Walks Month in August. Our theme this year is “Good for the Soul” and Mates4mates have many a story of how a simple walk creates great health and well-being outcomes. The Walkabout Creek Walk is for registered Mates. https://mate4mates.org
Celebrating NAIDOC Week 2024
Honouring First Nations Traditions and Leadership Queensland Walks celebrates NAIDOC Week honouring the rich history and enduring cultural practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and our community leaders. Congratulations to Natasha Leslie who was recognised at the National NAIDOC Awards as Finalist- Sportsperson. Natasha, a proud Gummipingal woman of the Worimi people from […]
Walking Network Plans 2023-24
Walking Network Plans for Queensland announced for 2023-24 What do the following Queensland Councils have in common? Banana Shire Council Brisbane City Council Bundaberg Regional Council Burdekin Shire Council Cassowary Coast Regional Council Etheridge Shire Council Flinders Shire Council Isaac Regional Council Longreach Regional Council Murweh Shire Council North Burnett Regional Council Scenic Rim Regional […]
