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We’re investing $5 million in these 27 programs to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of Victoria's young people.   In 2021 we launched The Big Connect, a new investment to...
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9 min read
26 Sep 2022
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/funding/the-big-connect
Riding a bike is good for health, the planet and connecting people to places for work and play. Despite this, bike riding participation in Victoria is low.To inform planning and practice, there is a...
Research and publications
2 min read
29 Nov 2021
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/monash-university-lga-bike-riding-typologies
9 arts organisations. A collection of youth-led projects. 3 years of action, right across the state. Listen up. We’ve got some BIG news to share. Something exciting and unique that celebrates...
Programs and projects
5 min read
16 Feb 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/programs-and-projects/future-reset
The Community Activation Program is a new VicHealth investment that aims to create and activate places within local communities that increase access to opportunities for physical activity and social...
Programs and projects
4 min read
20 Jul 2015
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/programs-and-projects/vichealth-community-activation-program
Participating in the arts has multiple benefits for health and wellbeing: it reduces social isolation, strengthens community connection and builds self-esteem, as people pursue creative activity...
Research and publications
3 min read
6 Aug 2019
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/resources/vichealth-strategies/vichealth-arts-strategy-2019-2023
Five Victorian councils ‘activated’ under-used public spaces within local communities to increase physical activity opportunities and social connection.Download: 2016 Community...
Research and publications
2 min read
7 Jul 2017
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/promoting-physical-activity-through-local-community
Creating safer and healthier communities We all want safe, inclusive and friendly communities across Victoria – where everyone is empowered to be healthy and reach their full potential. That’s...
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2 min read
10 Apr 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/funding/alcohol-harm-prevention-grant-2023-recipients
The Streets Ahead program was designed to create supportive environments that increase children’s active travel and independent mobility in all aspects of their local community life, not only to...
Programs and projects
2 min read
27 Nov 2014
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/programs-and-projects/streets-ahead2
Looking to apply for JumpStart!, but have questions? Well, you’re at the right place because we have answers. Want to learn more about JumpStart! – see here Need help with our...
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7 min read
8 Feb 2022
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/funding/faq-jumpstart
Applications for JumpStart! Round 2 are now closed What you'll find on this page Everything you need to know about JumpStart! Jump to our FAQs What is Future...
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4 min read
28 Nov 2014
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/funding/future-healthy-jumpstart
Artwork by Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022
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Artwork Credit: Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022, acrylic on canvas. Learn more about this artwork.