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Queensland Walks

Locality: Townsville, Queensland

Address: Walking Street Townsville, QLD, Australia

Website: http://queenslandwalks.org.au

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25.01.2022 We are incredibly saddened with the loss of Katherine Leadbetter and Matthew Field from Alexandra Hills in Queensland who, whilst crossing the road, were killed by a driver of a stolen vehicle in a hit and run crash. Katherine and Matthew were preparing to become parents. We grieve with the Redlands community, with the Redland City Council and the couple's friends and family. We should all be able to walk and wheel safely, freely and without harm. We have been strengthened... by the community who gathered last night at a candlelight vigil. #wewalkqld #qldwalks

25.01.2022 "Built and natural environment features can support or hinder activities which impact health. For example, accessibility to a wide variety of destinations, street connectivity, and close proximity to open green spaces and parks all promote increased walking, which in turn positively impacts physical and mental health. Conversely, factors such as exceedingly high or low temperatures, poor air and water quality and noise pollution can deter physical activities and reduce psycho...logical wellbeing. " Chief Health Officer, The health of Queenslanders 2020. Report of the Chief Health Officer, Queensland. Congratulations to the Chief Health Officer and her team for releasing the latest findings of the health of Queenslanders, in what must have been an incredibly busy time for the CHO and her staff. https://bit.ly/36frppT Health and Wellbeing Queensland Queensland Health #physicalactivity #movemoresitless #healthyactive #walkingforhealth #EveryStepCounts #wewalkqld #qldwalks

25.01.2022 We are planning for walkable communities and places to help deliver on the priorities outlined in the Queensland Governments first Walking Strategy. Following... our consultation on creating healthy and active communities, we have developed resources to help further support the design and development of more walkable neighbourhoods. We look forward to sharing these in the near future! #betterplanning4QLD Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) | Queensland Walks | Heart Foundation Walking

24.01.2022 This year 28 people walking* and 7 people riding were very sadly killed on our Queensland roads. This is a 75% increase in the death of Queenslanders who are walking, running or moving with the assistance of a mobility device, and a 40% increase in people riding their bicycle from the previous year. 128 people who walk in Queensland were hospitalised, and 181 bicycle riders were hospitalised according to Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) Road Crash Weekly ...Report 9 November 2020. We all have a responsibility to help everyone to get to their destination unharmed. You can help all people arrive safely to their destination by slowing down, removing distractions, not driving under the influence or when tired, and being ready to react. Slower streets are known to have a positive outcome in reducing all road related trauma and you can help. Remember, not all people can hear or see traffic, and many people are not able to read the speed of a car or able to easily look over their shoulder or predict traffic behind them. Expect the unexpected and let's keep all Queenslanders safe. #NRSW #nationalroadsafetyweek #RoadSafetyWeek #roadsafetyawareness #roadsafetyzeroaccident #wewalkqld #qldwalks *Queensland Walks refers to walkers as: walkers, runners and people who move with the assistance of a mobility device. National Road Safety Week 2020 https://vimeo.com/434197056

24.01.2022 Go on, push our button on automated buttons and take our poll! #wewalkqld #qldwalks

24.01.2022 We all love good quality top soil and a fab garden, but not on our paths! Keep your gear clear, you hear? #wewalkqld #qldwalks

23.01.2022 Shading helps cooling and reduces risk of sun damage. We support cooler and sun smart footpaths, and in places were people live and visit. #wewalkqld #qldwalks

23.01.2022 Only in Rockhampton, Queensland can you have the chance to vote for a Mayor with a tropical fruit nickname! Is voting for a spikey and delicious Ananas comosus going to provide investment in a more walk-friendly Rockhampton? Tomorrow, Rockhampton voters will be back at the polling booths with a by-election for their Rockhampton Mayor. We've noticed some of the candidates talking about access and inclusion, pedestrian improvements and ways to improve the health of Rockhampto...n residents through connected paths, kerbs and safer crossings. There are 17 candidates, and we've noticed two candidates talking about pedestrian issues. Considering we are all pedestrians, shouldn't all 17 talk about how they will make #rockhamptonwalkable ? #wewalkqld #qldwalks

22.01.2022 Great walking environments are safe, they are properly lit, in many cases the paths are widened, shaded and weather protected. "If there is any benefit to come out of this crisis, its the opportunity to reclaim the streets." Brisbane can become one of the worlds great walking cities, says Harvey Lister. #qldwalksweek #wewalkqld #qldwalks Heart Foundation 10,000 Steps Queensland Government Brisbane City Council

21.01.2022 All Queenslanders have the right to participate in their community equally. Have you seen the Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) Inclusive Mapping Pilot Project? The Inclusive Mapping Pilot Project combines the lived experience of people with disability with innovative technology to collect and share information about footpath conditions and access to public transport and key destinations. We encourage you to have a look at the Mobility in Townsville Map fu...nded by Townsville City Council Great work! We look forward to seeing how "very difficult" or "tough" conditions will improve over time. You can also find maps for South Brisbane, South Bank (funded by South Bank Corporation), Townsville CBD and North Queensland Stadium Precinct (CBD funded by Townsville City Council and extended to the stadium precinct under the TMR project) and Rockhampton CBD on the link https://bit.ly/3cMLGWK Brisbane City Council Southbank brisbane Rockhampton Regional Council https://brio.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html #wewalkqld #qldwalks #accessibility #inclusion

21.01.2022 Are you attending this JCU Townsville verandah walk today? #walkingtours #wewalkqld #qldwalks

21.01.2022 Rockhampton Regional Council have been doing some great work on making Rocky more walk-friendly with newly announced projects that include new footpaths and walking trails. We are excited to see a call for feedback on walking and cycling infrastructure and services. We encourage Rocky residents to provide your feedback to help make the region more walk-friendly. Some suggestions you may be interested to include:... a separated walking and cycling strategy: walkers and riders have different needs increased funding for walking infrastructure especially in and around hubs like schools, hospitals, community space and shopping centres a focus on functional-based walking for all ages, abilities and needs (to and from the shops, school or work), as well as recreational walking infrastructure road speed reduction in hubs, road safety for all users, safe crossings including raised priority crossings and zebra crossing on slip-lanes necessary amenities like shading through trees or shade structures, water, toilets and seating connecting streets and local neighbourhoods to green space, parks and local business walking tourism options to entice visitors to Rockhampton (urban walking and bushwalking). #wewalkqld #qldwalks #everystepcounts #walkfriendlycommunities Margaret Strelow Mayor 10,000 Steps Heart Foundation Heart Foundation Walking CQUniversity Australia Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation Bushwalking Queensland Inc. Queensland Sport and Recreation Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ)

21.01.2022 People who walk - thats you (and you, and you AND YOU)! If you live in Queensland, join Transport Talk to have your say. Help us ensure that walking is part of transport discussions. No matter where you live, no matter where you walk. Join Transport talk today https://bit.ly/2EoYy8v #wewalkqld #qldwalks #transporttalk

21.01.2022 This month, we have been focusing on one suburban location in Brisbane Queensland called Aspley which is on the north side of Brisbane. Weve been reviewing how walkable the suburb, ward and electorate is. The verdict? No so walkable for functional walking, but some lovely recreational shared paths (often called bikeways) along the creeks. We know that our walking friends understand that being able to walk to the shops, to school, to local businesses is as important as buil...ding and designing for recreational walking. We tweeted Brisbane City Council asking them to review and maintain some footpaths and crossings in Aspley, especially near schools like the Aspley State School, where a beautiful mural by Artist Wendy has been forging ahead. Video below. Youll notice that the artist makes a comment about the speed of cars and how dangerous walking near the school is. Council were quick to respond to our list of footpath maintenance issues near this Active School Travel area, however much work is needed to be spent on footpath widening, new footpaths and safe crossings to support kids and adults to walk. As part of this local activation work, a local resident posted a message asking Aspley and surrounding residents what urgently needs to be improved in their area. No less than 30 different locations were identified by local residents calling for pedestrian focused improvements urgently needed within hours of the post. We will be sharing these requests with Councillor Fiona Hammond Cr Tracy Davis and Bart Mellish MP- Member for Aspley If youd like to see some of the Aspley footpaths and crossings from the comfort of your screen check out our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1MEieZFBXQofTK_pUsRt9A If you would like to do similar work in your neighbourhood to advocate for a more walk-friendly suburb or town, wed love to hear. Contact us. #wewalkqld #qldwalks #walkablebrisbane

21.01.2022 Make play better for everyone. Going part way is not enough, we have to go the whole way. #healthyactive #accessibility #play #accessibleplay #intergenerationalplay

21.01.2022 Join our presentation, become a member and attend the Annual General Meeting - https://mailchi.mp/queenslandwalks.org.au/agm2020

20.01.2022 Scientists have discovered that walking in nature reduces stress as it helps the brain produce endorphins. Sunday Mail columnist Brooke Falvey enjoys a walk in nature. Brooke also appreciates the burst of colour on her favourite walk along the river in Brisbane city. Brooke likes to walk mid-morning when its warm and sunny and her favourite walking song is Run to Paradise which Brooke says "always puts an extra spring in my step." Where are you walking today for #WalkWeek #...QldWalks #WalkWeekQLD If youre walking anywhere today, tell us. We care. You know how to do it: - Share your photos or video below - Share your photos on the Snap Send Solve app https://bit.ly/3h715m9 - Upload your video or audio here: https://bit.ly/3h715m9 If youre not registered yet (what are you waiting for): https://bit.ly/311XWhz

18.01.2022 Have you heard of Story Walks? Is there one near you? We'd love to know! The concept of a Story Walk is a way to engage story and movement in a fun, educational activity that places a children's story (literally a book taken apart) along a popular walking route in your community. City of Greater Geelong have a great example of a lovely Story Walk. ... Read more here about Geelong's walk: https://bit.ly/38o4yuU and here https://letsmovelibraries.org/storywalk/ about the concept of StoryWalk(R) See more

18.01.2022 Day 5 of Queensland Walks Week. - https://mailchi.mp/queenslan/day-5-of-queensland-walks-week

18.01.2022 One of the cheapest ways to achieve increases in creativity and engagement between colleagues is to have a walking meeting. Get your blood pumping and creative juices flowing. Have you found a walking meeting to be beneficial to your workplace? Tell us your stories! You know the drill: - post you daily walking story and photo or short video below - upload your photo via Snap Send Solve... - or upload your photo, short video or audio via our website https://bit.ly/3h715m9 More info at out website: www.queenslandwalks.org.au Heart Foundation 10,000 Steps Queensland Government #wewalkqld #qldwalks #qldwalkweek https://queenslandwalks.org.au/top-tips-for-walking-meetin/

17.01.2022 Brisbaners, and Brisbane visitors. Whats better than a bridge over troubled waters? A green bridge of course! Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner Cr Ryan Murphy and Brisbane City Council are working on green bridges for Brisbane and have released draft designs for Kangaroo Point and Breakfast Creek green bridges. We congratulate council on this commitment with an aim to making Brisbane more walkable with safe, connected, and separated infrastructure. We know that every $1 spent on... walking has $13 in return to the city and people! Overall, Queensland Walks is happy with the designs, but we suggest shading is essential on Breakfast Creek, and some more detail needed on connecting paths and crossings for Kangaroo Point and CBD. We will be providing this feedback in more detail to council and publishing to our website. We really encourage the walking community to provide feedback to council. Feedback closes September 18, so get cracking! https://buff.ly/2GAAPmy #wewalkqld #qldwalks #walkablebrisbane #safeconnected #healthyactive #spaceforhealth

16.01.2022 Today is Walk Safely to School Day. Wed like to re-frame the name of today and call it Drive safely near schools and neighbourhoods for kids to walk or ride easily and safely, plus support active infrastructure and programs Day. It doesnt have the same kind of panache however! ... Ways that we can make it safe for kids to walk or wheel to school includes: - accessible ramps for wheelchairs, prams and other wheels, tactile markings, and wide connected paths - slower streets in school precincts at all times (allowing for after school care, sport, extra curricular and more) - a mix of safer crossings around the school and streets with shorter crossing times - police enforcement of excessive speeds, non-compliance at intersections or poor driver behaviour like making a u-turn or turning over a school footpath - enforcement and education for drivers who park over footpaths, or place bins over the path - funding programs like Active School Travel, NaturePlay, RACQ Streets Ahead and other behaviour change programs -shading to prevent skin cancer, heat stress and provision for safer and more attractive paths - match funding of roads and intersections to increase funding for footpaths, crossings and more thereby making walking a compelling option. Nature Play QLD Bicycle Queensland Heart Foundation 10,000 Steps Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety - Queensland Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) RACQ #safetyforkids #safetyforseniors #safetyforfamilies #wewalkqld #qldwalks

16.01.2022 School is back 27th Jan :-) Many children will be walking and wheeling to school and possibly for the first time! Being active to school is the best way for our kids to be happy and healthy and ready to learn so let's make it easy and safe for everyone. You can do your bit by driving slowly and driving with care. If you can, park away from the school gate, and remember u-turns, double parking, speeding and the zebra crossing car drop manoeuvre all increase the risk to our school community. And, if you see families walking or wheeling to school, tell them they are legends for making the school gate safer with one less car near the school precinct. #activelegends #happyhealthy #roadsafety RACQ

15.01.2022 As we head closer to our hot summer, we are reminded of the importance of shading and shade structures to keep Queensland streets and paths walk-friendly. Here is an interesting project from Cavenagh Street, Darwin as document by the Heart Foundation #healthyactivebydesign case study collections. Do you have a location near you that has improved walkability through shading? Would you have been as physically active during a pandemic between December and March in Queensland? ... #walkingforall #coolandcovered #everystepcounts #wewalkqld #qldwalks https://bit.ly/2Rq6JVg

15.01.2022 Let's talk about access-ibility. Did you know that 1 in 5 Queenslanders have a disability. This week is Disability Action Week and we have been listening to the wonderful podcast with Dr Kevin Cocks who works with Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) interviewed by Karni LiddellAmbassador for Thriving Communities Qld "Dr Kevin Cocks AM is a giant in Queensland human rights activism with a special interest in disability. Kevin acquired quadriplegia as a young ...man after a sporting accident. Currently Executive General Manager, Accessibility, with the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Kevin joins Karni Liddell and talks accessibility, how far we’ve come in building an accessible transport network in Queensland and where we go next." Listen to his interview. https://www.communities.qld.gov.au//all-abilities-queensla #disabilityactionweek #walkingforall #inclusivedesign #allagesandabilities #wewalkqld #qldwalks

15.01.2022 We are loving going through all your walking stories with photos, videos and audio during Queensland Walks Week 2020. Get excited as well be announcing the winners of the 7 x $50 vouchers and $250 catered lunch very soon. Here is a great photo submitted by Kerri Heilbronn. "Although windy yesterday, we had two lovely walks DAguilar National Park. This one to Greenes Falls from Maiala." This photo makes us want to get to Greenes Falls for a walk immediately! ... Here is the Greenes Falls walk: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au//daguilar/journeys/greenes-fa #qldwalksweek #wewalkqld #qldwalks Queensland National Parks 10,000 Steps Heart Foundation Walking Queensland Government Snap Send Solve

14.01.2022 We say Happy Birthday to 10,000 Steps who have been supporting, connecting and encouraging Queenslanders to walk for 20 years.

14.01.2022 Day Five of #walkweek What are you doing this morning or afternoon? One of the best ways to relax is to take a walk with a friend or family member and just connect doing something relaxing. Who do you usually walk with? You know the drill:... - post you daily walking story and photo or short video below - upload your photo via Snap Send Solve - or upload your photo, short video or audio via our website https://bit.ly/3h715m9 More info at out website: www.queenslandwalks.org.au Heart Foundation 10,000 Steps Queensland Government #wewalkqld #qldwalks #qldwalksweek

14.01.2022 What are you planning with the kids, the grandkids or just yourself during the school holidays? Grab your hat and get outdoors to P-L-A-Y! Find the best and shadiest footpath, trail or park and tell your local Councillor or State MP (or candidates) how great the space is Ask them to invest in more outdoor play spaces, and the little connections between because we all now remember how important these spaces are. #getoutdoors #openforbusiness #play #investinwalking #wewalkqld #qldwalks

14.01.2022 Not every potential walker has equal access to walkable paths. According to research by the Trust for Public Land, some 100 million residents across the U.S. do not have a park within a 10-minute walk of home. An act that became law this month is pumping money into parks and wild spaces with the goal of supporting conservation, infrastructure, and access. And in Queensland? Do you have equal access to a walkable path, a safe way to cross, or a park? Tell us! #wewalkqld #w...alkingforall #qldwalks See more

14.01.2022 Please help us improve Queensland Walks' Week. Complete our 5 minute survey. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MWC3XL9

14.01.2022 Sadly weve had 23 Queensland pedestrian fatalities, and 47 pedestrians hospitalised this year. Road safety is important to protect people who walk. One way we can do this is through improved driver behaviour. The unexpected can happen at any time so eliminate distractions when youre out driving. Activate the Do not disturb while driving automated feature on your smartphone before you get behind the wheel or on your motorcycle to help avoid using your phone. You only nee...d to set it up once! For more information, visit https://streetsmarts.initiatives.qld.gov.au//leave-your-ph StreetSmarts Queensland Police Service Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) #wewalkqld #qldwalks

13.01.2022 Drum roll everyone... We have announced our Queensland Walks Week winners on our website. https://queenslandwalks.org.au/queensland-walks-week-winne/ Be the cool walker and complete our survey too https://bit.ly/3ju4trY... 10,000 Steps Heart Foundation Walking Queensland Government Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) Snap Send Solve Bushwalking Queensland Inc. Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #wewalkqld #qldwalks #walking #transport #recreation See more

12.01.2022 We would like to encourage our fellow Walking SA friends to make their steps count in the South Australia’s first Billion Steps Challenge. What! Billion steps you say? After seeing Queensland smash their goal in 32 days in May, 10,000 Steps is now partnering with Wellbeing SA to encourage South Australians to come together as one team to reach 1 billion steps we wonder how long it will take our southern walkers?!?! #EveryStepCounts and we know the benefits of walking will ...improve your health, mood and help you feel fabulous! Watch SA’s steps tally at www.10000steps.org.au/sa-billion-steps Queenslanders there is no need to feel left out head on over to the 10,000 Steps website and sign up for their October Challenge where you can imagine you are walking through the amazing countryside in Germany. #SABillionSteps #OpenYourWorld Health and Wellbeing Queensland #wewalkqld #wewalkSA #qldwalks #SAwalks #healthyactive

12.01.2022 This week we are reviewing Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) draft guidelines for pedestrian wayfinding signage and guidelines for treatment options over driveways to improve safety for pathway users. Not as exhilarating as a walk, but really important work We thank TMR for drafting these documents and calling for feedback. This work shows the commitment to improving the walkability of Queensland through the work of the #qldwalkingstrategy by shaping pol...icy and guidelines. As we read over these documents, we were reminded of a case study produced by Heart Foundation about the 10,000 Steps walkway signage. This really helpful signage shows us the direction of a walking route, distance in steps, minutes and metres. Huzzah! You may have seen a #10000steps sign on your walks. Some are nearing on vintage, which shows how long this Central Queensland University program has been running (and walking). If you see a walking sign like 10,000 Steps, send us a photo #wewalkqld #qldwalks #everystepcounts #signage #wayfindingsignage Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) Health and Wellbeing Queensland PedBikeTrans

11.01.2022 On our way we saw: a footpath ending and tracks where people wanted to get to the bus, grab some milk from the shops or walk to a friend’s house. #desireline #wewalkqld #qldwalks

11.01.2022 We are very excited to hear the announcement from the Queensland Government and Cameron Dick MP Queenslanders can look forward to living in more walkable neighbourhoods thanks to a suite of resources including new mandatory provisions for the design of residential neighbourhoods. The new mandatory provisions are aimed to build better communities, and to ensure local neighbourhoods have the fundamentals such as footpaths, street trees, nearby parks and open space. ... President of Queensland Walks, Michelle Wade, said "The recent Queensland Walks Week campaign had highlighted the enormous difference that walk-friendly neighbourhoods and green space makes to everyday life, especially during these challenging times." More detail here: https://queenslandwalks.org.au/news-events/ 10,000 Steps Heart Foundation Heart Foundation Walking Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation Health and Wellbeing Queensland Queensland Sport and Recreation Growing Queensland Better Planning for Queensland #walkingforall #healthyactive #connectedcommunities #whatqldwants #allages #allabilities #wewalkqld #qldwalks

11.01.2022 Did you take the doggo for a walk today, or did the doggo take you? Dixie of West End enjoyed the walk and a bit of a splash. #wewalkqld #qldwalks

11.01.2022 Queensland Walks is attending the Walking and Cycling Conference 2020 in Newcastle (online) #awcc2020 today and presenting a poster on the success of Queensland Walks' Week 2020 tomorrow. Join us! We congratulate Trevor from the Heart Foundation on his outstanding Keynote presentation: 'Mobilising change for active mobility'. So many helpful resources from #healthyactivebydesign on ways to advocate for increasing physical activity. Some screenshots from Trevor's presentatio...n below Advocacy is a large portion of the work we do as a member-based walking organisation. We advocate for better places to walk, more walk-friendly neighbourhoods, streets, cities, towns and regions in Queensland so that more Queenslanders will be able to walk easily and safely every day. Our vision? For a healthier Queensland through walk-friendly communities with more people inspired to walk every day . #walkingthewonderdrug We are grateful to have fellow advocates, professional and research orgs along for the walk (and ride) #HeartFoundation 10,000 Steps Bicycle Queensland Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation Nature Play QLD Victoria Walks Walking SA WalkSydney Living Streets Canberra Space4cyclingbne Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) Inclusion Moves RAIL - Back On Track PedBikeTrans AILA Qld - Australian Institute of Landscape Architects Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety - Queensland You can support our work by becoming a friend or financial member through our website. https://queenslandwalks.org.au/membership/ #wewalkqld #qldwalks #healthyactive #SpaceForHealth

09.01.2022 What are you planning for your Friday and the weekend? We are loving all the reminders from Health and Wellbeing Queensland to #MoveMoreNovember and especially love a good doggo photo. Send us a photo of where you will be taking a walk this weekend. ... #wewalkqld #qldwalks

09.01.2022 Have you seen beautiful walls popping up in #Ipswich ? Street art provides engaging #spaces to #walk Do you have a favourite #streetart wall near you? Ipswich Festivals Brisbane Street Art Ipswich City Council #wewalkqld #qldwalks

08.01.2022 Where is your favourite #qldpark for #camping and #glamping? Tell Queensland National Parks and you could win! Info below. Wed love to know too, so tag Queensland Walks in for the camping and glamping fun. ... Bushwalking Queensland Inc. Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation 10,000 Steps Heart Foundation Walking #thinkoutside #wewalkqld #qldwalks #goodtogo

08.01.2022 We join Queensland Department of Education with their Queensland Road Safety Week ditty. " Stop right now thank you very much. We need to make our roads safer for everyone. Hey you, road safety is everyones responsibility.... Gotta slow it down baby, gotta know when you are in a school zone." We continue to encourage road safety to protect our more vulnerable walkers Lets put #RoadSafetyF1rst as our number one priority when using the road on the way to and from school this Queensland Road Safety Week and every day. - Slow down when driving (walkers dont have airbags) - Pay attention and set your phone on DND: https://youtu.be/OtT_q98Wc1g - Observe the road rules and if you see poor behaviour especially around schools, report it - Leave the footpaths for walking, not parking. #QRSW2020 StreetSmarts Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland)

07.01.2022 Looking for your next bushwalk? The Bushwalking Track Map Aussie Bushwalking have got you covered. #weekendwalking #wewalkqld #qldwalks www.aussiebushwalking.com

06.01.2022 Day Four of #walkweek How do you benefit from walking or benefit by living in a walk-friendly neighbourhood? We love this walking story submitted from Ipswich: "While working from home indefinitely, going out for walks has given me a greater appreciation for nature and the world we live in. Seeing my neighbourhood in different ways through my walks makes me strive to venture out more to different spots and explore the town I live in".... During the heavy times a few months ago with COVID-19 and the lockdown that meant working from home indefinitely, the only way I could feel a satisfying level of normality was going for walks in nature outside of work. It was my only escape from being in the house and kept me happy and satisfied in a difficult time. I was also able to get a better understanding of the neighbourhood I live in and the unique features I never knew existed so close to home". Thank you for sharing. We agree. Green space, walk-friendly places and the freedom to go for a walk from your home makes an enormous difference to our lives. Is your local neighbourhood walk-friendly? Why or why not? Tell us! You know the drill: - post you daily walking story and photo or short video below - upload your photo via Snap Send Solve - or upload your photo, short video or audio via our website https://bit.ly/3h715m9 More info at out website: www.queenslandwalks.org.au 10,000 Steps Heart Foundation Walking Heart Foundation Queensland Government #wewalkqld #qldwalks #qldwalkweek

06.01.2022 DeeDee the dog took his owner for a leisurely walk! I think DeeDee is going to have a few new fans #qldwalksweek #qldwalks #wewalkqld #walkforhealth #walkforfun #walktotransport #walkyourowner Heart Foundation Walking 10,000 Steps Dr Anthony Lynham MP

06.01.2022 Great news coming out of Sydney for pedestrians. "Reduced speed limits create safer streets for all road users, particularly important for children and older people," Cr Moore said. "Slower traffic also makes footpath dining, strolling or window shopping a far more pleasant experience for all." "The 30km/h speed limit is fast becoming the global standard for urban speed limits," she said.... Whats the speed limit in your community? Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety - Queensland Heart Foundation

06.01.2022 Tell us! https://bit.ly/32P3aNI

06.01.2022 Enjoy #WalkWeek? Then stay involved. Go to www.queenslandwalks.org.au #qldwalks #wewalkqld #walking #walk

06.01.2022 Thank you to all our walking buddies who shared their #Queensland #walking stories through photos, videos and audio during #qldwalksweek We will be announcing the winners next week through socials and on our website! #staytuned 10,000 Steps Heart Foundation Walking Queensland Government Health and Wellbeing Queensland Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation Bushwalking Queensland Inc. parkrun Australia

06.01.2022 Day 6 of Queensland Walks Week 2020. Are you missing your Saturday #walk or #run ? Weve got you covered with a parkrun Australia playlist. You can do your virtual spatially-distanced #notparkrun or go for a walk in nature. Share your walk with us! Tag your parkrun or bushwalking or trailrunning location ... Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation Bushwalking Queensland Inc. TRAQ - Trail Running Association of QueenslandMitchelton parkrun parkrun Sandgate parkrun Chermside parkrun Kedron parkrun New Farm parkrun South Bank parkrun Cairns parkrun Mackay parkrun Riverway parkrun Zillmere parkrun Wishart parkrun Mansfield parkrun Ashgrove parkrun Weipa parkrun Atherton parkrun Cardwell parkrun Cloncurry parkrun Mount Isa parkrun Roma parkrun Goondiwindi parkrun Stanthorpe parkrun Warwick parkrun Pittsworth parkrun Bundaberg parkrun Hervey Bay parkrun St George parkrun Oakey parkrun Dalby parkrun Highfields parkrun Cormorant Bay parkrun Ipswich parkrun Noosa parkrun Nambour parkrun Bargara Parkrun Victory Heights Trail parkrun Gladstone parkrun Tannum Sands parkrun Rockhampton parkrun Yeppoon parkrun Emerald parkrun Centenary parkrun Bowen parkrun Airlie Beach parkrun Hamilton Island parkrun Hamilton Lake parkrun

05.01.2022 Hey bushwalking buddies. Are you hosting guided walks? You may need a COVID Safe Plan. Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation have been doing some stand out work getting outdoor recreation back on their feet, and Queenslanders out in nature again. More information below #qldwalks #wewalkqld

05.01.2022 Have you registered for our free presentation with Louise Baldwin from Cool and Covered, our AGM or our guided walk? Registrations close today Nov 19 at midday via our website and click on ‘Events’

04.01.2022 Take a listen to this brilliant episode about #walking on 99% Invisible 'Now that many of us are working from home, we’re walking in order to fill up space. To clear our minds. To cry. To talk on the phone. To entertain our kids. To do nothing, but walk.' Walking is for purpose, for pleasure, for solace and for connection. Sometimes you have a reason to walk, and sometimes you just don't need a reason. #justwalk #walkeveryday #designforwalking #everystepcounts #walkingnumbe...r1 #wewalkqld #qldwalks https://99percentinvisible.org/episode/take-a-walk/

04.01.2022 What does walking, and green space mean to you? We love this documentary titled 'Drawing a Sense of Place' about active meditation and drawing in a green space during COVID lockdown with Rachel Apelt. Walking and providing walkable spaces isn't just about getting from A to B, and this documentary 'illustrates' the art of walking beautifully. Directed by Ethan Bourke and Charlton Lansley, produced with the assistance of a Continue Creating Grant. Music by Francis Gilfeddera...nd. Moreton Bay Regional Council #wewalkqld #qldwalks #walking See more

04.01.2022 Day 7 of #qldwalksweek Get the family out and about #walking Share your photos and stories on the last day of #WalkWeek - Aug 17-23 - and you could also be in the walking for a catered lunch, or vouchers of your choice.

04.01.2022 Listen up! The Queensland Scenic Rim trail has been extended recently, giving visitors the chance to explore even more of the lush rainforests, peaks, ridges and ancient volcanic plateaus of the Main Range National Park and its surrounds. Travel writer Craig Tansley has spent five days walking the trail and he joined Phil to tell us about what he saw along the way. Listen to the interview. Spicers Scenic Rim Trail Queensland National Parks https://buff.ly/33awDSf #qldwalks #wewalkqld

03.01.2022 "Evidence shows that the danger of using of a phone while driving is akin to driving with a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.07 to 0.1 per cent" says Minister Mark Bailey, Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) "In the last two years weve lost more than 50 Queenslanders because people couldnt put their phone down while driving. I dont want to see that happen any more." Since the fines were implemented, a whopping 3200 Queenslanders were fined for using their phone while driving. During Road Safety Week, now is the time to switch your phone to DnD. StreetSmarts provide a great how to here: https://streetsmarts.initiatives.qld.gov.au//leave-your-ph #safetyforwalkers #safetyforall #wewalkqld #qldwalks

03.01.2022 Final day of Queensland #WalkWeek! Wonderful to see so many people out walking the past seven days and sharing their photos, videos and stories. And you can still share! - post you daily walking story and photo or short video below - upload your photo via Snap Send Solve - or upload your photo, short video or audio via our website https://bit.ly/3h715m9... More info at out website: www.queenslandwalks.org.au Heart Foundation 10,000 Steps Queensland Government #walk #qldwalksweek #walkweek #wewalkqld See more

03.01.2022 If you are out walking in Brisbane and surrounds, you are in for a treat right now (9.30am) Did you see the clouds? You know the drill: - post you daily walking story and photo or short video below - upload your photo via Snap Send Solve... - or upload your photo, short video or audio via our website https://bit.ly/3h715m9 More info at out website: www.queenslandwalks.org.au Snap Send Solve Heart Foundation Walking Heart Foundation 10,000 Steps #walk #qldwalksweek #walkweek #wewalkqld #clouds

03.01.2022 What's your Friday night looking like? We'll be tuning in (indoors) to acknowledge the outdoors! Wait, we might even take the laptop under the stars to support all those friends and organisations being acknowledged from the outdoors sector in Queensland!... Join us. Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #outdoorsqld See more

03.01.2022 Feed your need for a #walk - a #lunchtimewalk Get involved at www.queenslandwalks.org.au #wewalkqld #qldwalks #walkmore #walkable #walking #qldwalksweek #walkweek... 10,000 Steps Heart Foundation Walking Heart Foundation Snap Send Solve Queensland Government Healthier. Happier. Health and Wellbeing Queensland

03.01.2022 The Queensland Walking Alliance wrote to the Queensland political parties asking for their support for active and healthy communities by committing to: 1. Funding the continuation of a Queensland Walking Strategy Action Plan. 2. Funding a ‘Footpaths for Queensland’ program* (F4Q) 3. Reducing speed limits around all schools and universities, hospitals and in local streets to improve road safety.... You can read the response from the parties on our website. https://queenslandwalks.org.au/queensland-walking-alliance/ #walkingforall #healthyactive #walkingnumber1 #userheirachy #AccessAndInclusion #wewalkqld #qldwalks 10,000 Steps Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation Nature Play QLD AILA Qld - Australian Institute of Landscape Architects Heart Foundation Heart Foundation Walking Cancer Council Queensland Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety - Queensland Inclusion Moves Bushwalking Queensland Inc. The Shady Lanes Project 7 Senses Street Day Vision Australia RAIL - Back On Track Your Happy Place

02.01.2022 "This year COVID-19 tested our cities like never before. It also made us pause. It gave us a chance to stop and think about what our neighbourhoods and cities are for. So what really matters?" We love this inspiring video from Ethos Urban and Happy City about making healthier and happier communities. We know that walk-friendly communities are incredibly important for connected and healthy communities. Is your neighbourhood walk-friendly? What makes it walk-friendly or not as walkable? Tell us below #wewalkqld #qldwalks #walkfriendly #walkable #accessibility

01.01.2022 Have you registered for our free presentation with Louise Baldwin, Cool and Covered; our AGM and our guided walking tour? Registrations close at MIDDAY today, and a link to join us online will be sent to all registrants. You can easily register here: https://bit.ly/2ISsFHf #qldwalks #wewalkqld

01.01.2022 If you’re a Brisbane Bicentennial shared pathway user, please comment and encourage colleagues also. #wewalkqld #qldwalks

01.01.2022 We are really pleased to see another Works for Queensland (W4Q) project being spent specifically on pedestrian improvements. 1.3 km of pathway improvements being spent in Rockhampton through the Botanic Gardens. Well done Rockhampton Regional Council Councillor Tony Williams Councillor Cherie Rutherford Barry ORourke - Member for Rockhampton ... Has your council committed funding to pedestrian paths? Tell us! #W4Q #worksforqld #wewalkqld #qldwalks