Create healthier habits

Queensland’s rural and remote communities are full of heart, places where neighbours look out for each other, and the local footy game is a weekly highlight. But behind the strong community spirit lies a serious challenge: staying healthy in a rural setting isn’t easy.

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.

We’re pulling back the curtain to introduce you to two of these incredible coaches: Kate and Elizabeth. Their stories are full of warmth, wisdom, and a whole lot of real-life inspiration.

As the days become longer and the sun lingers a little later in the sky, there’s a quiet shift in the air. The warmth returns – not just to the weather, but to our routines, our moods, and even our memories.

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.

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.