Turning new legislation into an opportunity for better health
The City of Whittlesea turned a legislated requirement to install 'no smoking' signs into an opportunity to strengthen health and wellbeing in the local Aboriginal community.
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Healthy body, healthy mind: Aware Industries approach to physical and mental health
Wodonga workplace Aware Industries provides labour solutions to businesses through providing work for people with a disability
Creating a healthier workplace with the Achievement Program
Australian Arrow Pty Ltd is one of over 900 workplaces that are creating a healthier workforce with the Achievement Program.
Limiting sugary drinks - a financially viable option
On-site retailers at The Alfred have been involved in a series of world-first trials that support the financial viability of limiting sugary drink sales.
Taking a systems approach to active travel and injury prevention
The Wyndham Active Travel Schools initiative is successfully tackling traffic congestion and road safety near local schools, and supporting increased physical activity among staff and students.
Melbourne is on a fast-track to eliminating new HIV infections
You may not have heard of Fast-Track Cities but it is an initiative being taken up by cities across the world. As the name implies, it is about fast-tracking – specifically fast-tracking local responses to HIV and AIDS.
Working together to create a culture of gender equity and non-violence
The Royal Commission into Family Violence has given voice to hundreds of Victorians who have experienced family violence.
Planning for active living
The Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Environment, Land Water and Planning, and the Heart Foundation are working with local governments across Victoria to strengthen the understanding of the links between health, the built environment and planning as core activities of council.