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Our research is all about seeing the bigger picture in health. We’re here to understand what drives preventable disease and the interventions needed to take action and make change. It’s at the...

This consensus statement outlines practical recommendations to the Victorian Government to turn the tide on obesity. The focus is on children and young people to give them the best chance for a...

Water is the drink of choice for health and sports performance benefits, especially for juniors.Download: Water: The clear winner in junior sport (PDF, 153 KB)VicHealth supports approaches...

Spanning 8 years, this annual research project is a partnership between VicHealth, Sport and Recreation Victoria, Victoria University, Federation University, and 13 Victorian state sporting associations. You can access all the reports on this page.

Five Victorian councils ‘activated’ under-used public spaces within local communities to increase physical activity opportunities and social connection.Download: 2016 Community...

There are many barriers that reduce or stop women and girls from being active. The ‘fear of judgement’ is one such barrier common to all life stages. While this issue is complex, the good...

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We know the vast majority of Victorians think it’s important that sporting clubs provide an environment that makes women and girls feel welcome, and provides leadership opportunities for women...

We should all be able to enjoy sport free from the marketing that alcohol, gambling and unhealthy food companies use to promote harmful products. 

Read our evidence-based tips on selecting mental health program providers for sports clubs, leagues and associations.Key messages Providing mental health programs to participants in sports...