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QWALKshops are bespoke walking workshops specifically developed for the needs of the organisation and region.
Walking plays an essential role in the everyday of our communities health, well-being, economy and social structure.
In Q-Walkshops we identify the importance of walking for active and public transport, health and well-being, productivity, environment and the economy.
The WALKshops are centralised around using sound, data-driven knowledge from the Walk Hubs and practical identification skills using the “Walk my street” checklist.
By designing walkable locations, communities are connected, active transport is increased, congestion is reduced, environments are protected, road safety is improved, tourism, productivity and economies benefit and the health and well-being of community improves.
It is essential to understand the needs of communities, the “how, where, when and why” we walk so that we can encourage and plan more walkable communities.
Q-WALKshops are a training avenue, delivered by Queensland Walks. We provide a catalyst for sharing information, growing skills and providing the “why” we need healthier, happier and more walkable communities.
Knowledge and Practical Skills
WALKshops are facilitated by experts in walkable communities
WALKshops teach you how to survey your local area for walkability
We help you consider and prioritise the needs of locations
Individually Designed
Each client and location require different approaches to walking, rolling and strolling.
Queensland Walks listens, considers and recommends ideas for differing needs. Whether you are a local government, community group, developer or a walking group, WALKshops can be designed for your needs.
Future Planning
Q-WALKshops shares the latest research and understandings.
We inspire creative thinking for new ways to approach advocacy and source funding. We work with businesses and community to improve the liveability of Queensland through more walkable communities.
WALKshops come in all shapes and sizes, depending on need. The Redland session held in August 2024 focused on enhancing walkway connectivity for residents in high-density housing areas around Toondah Harbour, in Cleveland and the links between the ferry terminal, bus stop, Redlands RSL and local cafes.
For local resident Julie Brown, the connection of pathways with safe and inclusive crossings is essential for her to maintain her independence, particularly as her vision impairment increases.
Councillor Mitchell, a strong supporter of active transport joined the team at Queensland Walks, along with Julie and husband Jeff, to survey the walkability of the area particularly the pathway connections between the ferry and public transport.
To read more about the Redlands Walkshop and what we discovered go to Redland’s WALKshop
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.