Health and Wellbeing Queensland: Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Health and Wellbeing Queensland

• Mission: To partner, create, and amplify policy and actions that achieve real and measurable improvements in the health of every Queenslander. The organization aims to make "healthy happen" for all by using independence, agility, and expertise to empower communities, activate the private sector, and engage government.

• Founded: Health and Wellbeing Queensland was established on July 1, 2019.

• Founders: Established by the Queensland Government.

• Key People:

• Mr. Stephen Ryan, Board Chairperson

• Mr. Andrew Hopper, Board Deputy Chairperson

• Adjunct Professor Robyn Littlewood, Chief Executive Officer

• Ms. Gemma Hodgetts, Deputy Chief Executive Officer

• Mr. Mark Tuohy, Chief Operating Officer

• Members of the Board include Ms. Clare O'Connor, Mr. Michael Walsh, Emeritus Professor Ian Lowe, Ms. Stella Taylor Johnson, Dr. Shea Spierings, Ms. Anna Voloschenko, and Ms. Jane Williams.

• Headquarters: Queensland, Australia

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• What is the company known for: Health and Wellbeing Queensland is known for being the state’s prevention agency, focusing on improving health and reducing inequalities through partnerships and evidence-informed approaches.

Products

• Initiatives and Programs:

• Active Lifestyle Tips: Provides exercise and physical activity tips to encourage more movement and less sitting.

• A Better Choice: Supports making healthy food and drink choices.

• Healthy lifestyle programs: A $68 million investment to promote health among Queenslanders.

• Wellness My Way: A free health program for regional Queensland focused on preventing health problems before they arise.

• Clinician’s Guide to Healthy Kids: A podcast series offering insights to healthcare professionals.

• Gather + Grow 2023-2032: A strategy addressing food security in remote communities.

• Podsquad: A free app designed to help families build healthy habits through play-based learning.

• Key Features of Products:

• Focus on preventive health measures and lifestyle improvements.

• Target diverse populations, including specific programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island communities.

• Leverage digital tools to reinforce healthy habits among children and families.

Recent Developments

• New Products/Features:

• Launch of the "Wellness My Way" program in August 2024 aimed at improving health in the South West Queensland region.

• Release of a new plan in September 2024 to help Queenslanders maintain or return to good mental health.

• Introduction of a new approach to obesity prevention unveiled in May 2024.

• Partnerships:

• Emphasis on partnerships across public and private sectors to leverage resources toward preventive health action.

• Collaboration with the Queensland Government as a key prevention agency to improve the health of the population.

• Investments and Funding:

• $21 million investment announced in July 2024 focusing on programs that support health and well-being across Queensland.

• Promotional and Community Initiatives:

• Campaigns promoting seasonal produce such as snow peas and tomatoes to encourage healthy eating habits.

• Acknowledgment of local recipes and initiatives through programs like the "Tuckshop Recipe of the Year".

This report provides a comprehensive overview of Health and Wellbeing Queensland with a focus on its mission, strategic initiatives, key personnel, and recent developments in promoting health and well-being across the state.