1. Policy Framework and Strategic Approaches - Community/Non Government Where we have been Where we are Where we need to be Linking models and strategies

2. Where we have been Lack of real commitment -govt/community No comprehensive strategy Short term pilot projects Fragmentation, competition Inconsistent, incomplete evaluation Lack of useable, accessible information Significant endeavour and passion from organisations and individuals Good ideas

3. Where we are Growing commitment and concern: - better, more compelling research - increasing incidence of chronic diseases - increasing levels of obesity - children Developing models and experience Recognition of the role of the environment Developing understanding of the need for an intersectoral, collaborative and strategic approach

4. Where we need to be Serious commitment - State/National - realistic investment, long term approach - focus on best bets, build momentum - multi-sectoral, multi-level - integrated and co-ordinated Research/evaluation:guiding policy/delivery Information: collect, distil, package, disseminate - clearing house Robust and comprehensive models Training and resources - at local levels

5. Need to engage all players to best advantage Needs to be supported by public communication/education Must include a focus on environment Some other key elements: health professionals-links to community activity options, support; children, families, older people, communities junior sport/recreation, PE, walking, cycling, incidental activity, strength and mobility activity Try to put limits on passive recreation

6. Linking models and strategies Active Script - GPs linked to communities - Allied health professionals Information Services - Infoline : referrals - clearing house STAR - support, training, advice, resources Walking Development -Walk and Talk -WAP

7. State Walking Action Plan 2001 : A Step Ahead in Victoria Conference Statewide Consultation Forum -focus -involvement Intersectoral collaboration: transport, health, recreation, environment, education, tourism. Momentum Key elements: coordination, intelligence, capacity building, public education, walking to school, public transport, work, local business, walking for health, recreation and tourism, road safety.