Victoria Walks & Walking Action Groups News

Pedestrian Principal Network developed as a tool to assist transport planning.

10,000 cases of breast and bowel cancer in UK preventable if people did more brisk walking.

Low walking rates has implications for obesity, traffic congestion and neighbourhood security.

Find out about walking news and events.

Hilary Harper talks about the joys of walking on morning radio program.

Street trees improve health, environment, local business and property values.

Widespread support for New York City's plan to give pedestrians priority.

Plans to overcome sedentary lifestyles and car dependence in Canberra.

UK research reports that investments in walking and cycling reap cost benefits.

Social contact is key motivator for participation in walking groups.

VicRoads says 'no' to 40km school speed zone.

Click on the link to read July news.

Powerful TAC YouTube anti-speeding campaign lauched.

Ideas on how to start a workplace walking group or have a walking meeting.

BBC news item on a new Italian park.

Workplace walking & the future of Hoddle Street

Read about the Longbeach Walk and Talk Group

Read our May newsletter

Watch a video of the Parklets Program that is converting parking spaces into outdoor public spaces and cafes.

A resource and tool for walking and bicycling in USA.