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Latest resources
Feasibility study on options to limit unhealthy food marketing to children
This feasibility study explores the current landscape of unhealthy food marketing to children and provides a better understanding of the options available for consideration.
Final evaluation report of the Perinatal Mental and Wellbeing Program and the National Perinatal Mental Health Check
The independent evaluation report was undertaken by the University of Queensland. It focuses on assessing the programs’ design, implementation, outcomes and overall effectiveness.
National Early Childhood Program for Children with Disability and Developmental Concerns (the NECP)
The Department of Social Services commissioned Whereto to conduct a co‐design of the NECP by engaging with various stakeholders.
24-hour movement guidelines – children and young people (5 to 17 years) – brochure
Being active is important for children and young people to be healthy, and set good habits for life. This brochure outlines how much activity children and young people should do each day, how sitting time and screen time should be limited, and how much sleep they should get.