This study provides illustration of the cognitive, affective and behavioral components of 'sense of place' through three case studies from Victoria.

Creating walkable environments produces a range of health and environmental co-benefits including increased physical activity, social interaction, sustainable living and environmental protection. This paper provides details of the development, trial, validation and potential application of a ‘Walkability Index Tool’.

At SOAC 2011, the Victorian Department of Health North and West Metropolitan Region (DH) outlined its Regional Health and Wellbeing Implementation Strategy. Using a Community Capacity Framework, this paper will outline the initiatives implemented and resulting changes to community capacity at the individual, civic engagement...

This paper outlines efforts throughout 2011 by the Victorian Department of Health’s North and West Metropolitan Region to implement a Regional Health and Wellbeing Implementation Strategy. The Strategy provides regional expression to the Victorian Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2011-2015 (Department of Health, 2011a), and...

This paper presents preliminary findings of a project investigating the integration and application of ecological public health principles in Melbourne 2030, the Victorian Government’s urban planning blueprint for Melbourne for the next 30 years.