Supportive environments for physical activity: A survey of local government in Queensland

Abstract

Local government is ideally placed to create community environments that support physical activity. We investigated the current roles and perceptions of local government in Queensland about physical activity, together with their needs. Self-administered surveys were completed by 27 councils in Queensland. Most councils (85%) are ready or are investing in physical activity. Some 67% of councils report physical activity as a moderate or high priority and 74% believe that constituents would like councils to invest in it.