An end of year message from our Executive Officer, Anna Campbell
Walking, rolling and strolling is fundamental to everyone’s lives. That’s why we’ve been excited to see so many new walk-friendly places opened, and new walking-friendly policy released. Kangaroo Point Bridge opens Neville Bonner Bridge opens New walking paths to boost suburban lifestyles Wangetti Trail first section opens Movement and Place webinar hosted by PIA Over […]
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 […]
Walking Network Planning consultation: Brisbane
Consultation is now open on Walking Network Plans for Inala and Aspley, Brisbane. Submit your feedback!
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 […]
2024 State Election Priorities
For the 2024 Queensland election, Queensland Walks identified four core election priorities to improve the walkability of Queensland. High level government commitment for walkable communities and programs in Queensland Increase funding for community representative organisations in active transport Increased local government walking infrastructure grants and investing in safer infrastructure for walking A commitment to ongoing […]
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 […]
Queensland Prevention Symposium 2024
The 2024 Queensland Prevention Symposium provided a plethora of information and opportunities for Queensland Walks on the 3rd and 4th of September. Walking for health and well-being, and the need for improved infrastructure for walking was high on the agenda of many of the featured speakers. Queensland Walks’, Anna Campbell, presented on Sun Safe People […]
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. […]
Governor’s Walk
Thank you to Governor Jeannette Young for hosting a stunning walk in the grounds of Government House to celebrate Queensland Walks Month and Pawgust with Guide Dogs Australia. Robyn Littlewood of Health and Wellbeing Queensland could hardly contain her excitement at being surrounded by the beautiful dogs, in all their finery, from Guide Dogs Australia. […]
