Spring into Queensland: Your guide to seasonal joy across the sunshine state

Queensland farm shed with jacaranda tree

From coastal breezes to inland blooms, now is a great time to explore some of the best things to do this spring in Queensland. Whether you’re chasing waterfalls, wandering through flower-filled parks, or soaking up the sun at a weekend event, spring invites you to reconnect with yourself, nature, and community – and we’ve got plenty of ideas to help you make the most of it.

Karen’s Sweet Success

MH4L Participant Karen

At 68, Karen was already doing more exercise than most people half her age, dancing, walking and tai chi every week. But even with all that movement, she knew something wasn’t quite right.

Not just healthier, but happier

MH4L participant Imelda

Imelda is living proof that it’s never too late to feel your best. After years of living with chronic pain and facing an upcoming hip replacement, she knew she needed to make a change. She took the opportunity to try the My health for life initiative and got a lot more than she expected.

Pace and progress over perfection  

MH4L Participant Andrea

For Brisbane local Andrea, chronic pain had become a daily reality. After seven surgeries and years of disrupted sleep, limited mobility, and increasing stress, she knew something needed to change. Her GP knew it too and referred her to My health for life.

Tipping the scales to find the right balance  

MH4L Participant Minh

Now retired, Minh had devoted her career to educating and supporting her community. Unfortunately, a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease for Minh’s husband meant plans had to be redrawn and for Minh, this meant taking on a new role as his full-time carer.

Harvesting wellness, get ready for a nourishing autumn 

Mother and daughter at farmer's markets

As the days grow cooler and the air starts to become a little more crisp, it’s a great time to reset our healthy habits for autumn. Embracing fresh, seasonal produce and nourishing ourselves with comforting, nutritious meals.