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This poster explains the link between falls and lack of exercise.

The most detailed of all the Guidelines resources. Provides practical information and advice on early childhood healthy eating and physical activity, how to develop nutrition and physical activity policies and ways to support and encourage staff, carers and families.

These strength based videos aim to motivate and engage CALD women to discuss, think about, and plan beneficial physical activities in their daily lives as one way to reduce their risk of heart disease.

This brochure is one of fourteen full colour brochures covering the essential healthy eating and physical activity topics to support settings, staff and families.

01 Apr 2022... A water safety campaign featuring resources to help prevent drowning deaths in multicultural communities across Australia. Developed by Royal Life Saving Society – Australia, the “To Keep Our Community Safe When Swimming, Fishing and Boating” water safety resources are in written and audio format.

We know that by maintaining a healthy body weight, being physically active every day and enjoying a healthy diet, you can lower your risk of developing cancer. We know that these factors account for at least 30 per cent of all cancers.

01 Apr 2013... This brochure is one of fourteen full colour brochures covering the essential healthy eating and physical activity topics for early childhood support settings, staff and families.

01 Jan 2011... A set of cue cards to assist with exercise programs provided in a hydrotherapy pool. It is recommended that before using these exercise cards, you consult your specialist, local medical officer or physiotherapist.

Physical health and mental health are linked, so it makes sense to link physical and mental health care.

01 Nov 2019... About one-third of cancers are linked to lifestyle factors, such as a poor diet, smoking and lack of exercise. You can lower your risk of developing cancer by being physically active every day.

01 Aug 2019... The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and ligaments which support the bladder, uterus (womb) and bowel. It is important that all women exercise their pelvic floor muscles everyday throughout life, to prevent weakness or improve strength.

A fact sheet for parents and carers. Physical activity helps children to have more energy, maintain a healthy weight and to feel good about themselves. All children should be encouraged to participate in some form of physical activity, whether it be organised sports or active play. Physical activity also helps insulin to work better so for children with type 1 diabetes it may help to improve their overall diabetes management.

01 Jul 2011... Fact sheet explaining the importance of being physically active from a young age and the role it plays in childhood development.

A translated NDSS document that highlights the important of exercise for people with diabetes. It covers the benefits of exercise, the types of exercise and amount of time exercising required for the management of diabetes, emphasising the need to keep active.

This brochure is one of fourteen full colour brochures covering the essential healthy eating and physical activity topics to support settings, staff and families.

14 Nov 2022... This resource answers some commonly asked questions about sleep, exercise and stress management. How can I help reduce stress? Tips for better sleep Tips for exercising to improve mental health

01 Jun 2013... Provides families with practical information and advice to support healthy eating and encourage physical activity in young children.

This brochure is one of fourteen full colour brochures covering the essential healthy eating and physical activity topics to support early childhood settings, staff and families.

Information about swimming pools, before visiting the pool, what you should wear at the pool, how to keep safe and swimmming lessons,

The floor of the pelvis is made up of layers of muscle and other tissues. These layers stretch like a hammock from the tailbone at the back, to the pubic bone in front.

This sheet has been written for people with arthritis to provide general information about exercise. It also includes guidelines as to what types and how much exercise to do and general safety tips. This sheet does not provide individual exercises or specific advice for each type of arthritis.

All NSW mental health services have a responsibility to ensure that the people who use their service receive adequate physical health care. This brochure provides a broad outline of these responsibilities and how they will be met.

06 Apr 2022... Poster with water safety information.

01 Apr 2013... Provides practical information and advice on early childhood healthy eating and physical activity to all staff and carers in early childhood settings.

Most children really enjoy active play. Parents can use this natural enthusiasm to help improve children's skills and confidence in being active.

01 Mar 2016... Exercises for older people to improve strength and balance at home. It is recommended that you consult your physiotherapist or local medical officer before starting the exercises.

Poster with information on how to ensure safe water playing for children.

01 Mar 2015... This information sheet explains how to use outdoor gym equipment.

Families and carers of mental health care consumers are essential members of the care team and can provide vital support to consumers to help them improve their physical health.

Water safety audio information.

01 Apr 2021... Video about water safety and swimming education that is culturally appropriate and accessible.