Launceston Chamber of Commerce

August 10 2008

Active Launceston

Active Launceston is a community driven project aimed to improve the health and wellbeing of the people of Launceston through increased participation in physical activity.

The University of Tasmania is leading the project with support from their partners; Launceston City Council, Education Department, Examiner Newspaper and TAFISA (Trim and Fit International Association for All).

The Active Launceston project has three objectives;
1. Identify and engage with relevant groups to coordinate, cooperate and commit to the goal of Active Launceston
2. Enhance and increase the opportunities for the community’s participation in physical activity.
3. Identify and develop resources that support and monitor increased participation in physical activity.

It is envisaged that the project will develop enduring community consultation processes and resources that impact positively upon community attitudes and afford greater personal responsibility for increasing physical activity and maintenance of health and wellbeing.

The 18 month pilot project commenced in June 2008. The project was officially launched on Saturday 9th August at the Hawks v Brisbane match.

Click here the link to find out more about Active Launceston

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