HEAL Network’s submission to the Inquiry into Algal Blooms in South Australia
The HEAL Research Network’s South Australian Hub was invited to make a submission to the Inquiry into Algal Blooms in South Australia
HEAL Network’s Submission regarding Victoria’s 2026-2030 Climate Change Strategy
The HEAL Research Network Victoria Hub and the The Centre for Safe Air made a joint submission to the to Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) regarding Victoria’s 2026-2030 Climate Change Strategy, identifying cost effective interventions to increase the resilience of Victorian communities that could be incorporated into the state climate change strategy.
HEAL Network’s Submission to QPRC Revised Draft Solid Fuel Heater Policy consultation
The HEAL Research Network made a submission to the Revised Draft QPRC Solid Fuel Heater Policy consultation in May 2025, providing key recommendations on measures to transition households from polluting wood heaters to efficient, electric alternatives in Queanbeyan, NSW.
HEAL Network’s submission to the Inquiry into Algal Blooms in South Australia
The HEAL Research Network’s South Australian Hub was invited to make a submission to the Inquiry into Algal Blooms in South Australia
HEAL Network’s Submission regarding Victoria’s 2026-2030 Climate Change Strategy
The HEAL Research Network Victoria Hub and the The Centre for Safe Air made a joint submission to the to Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) regarding Victoria’s 2026-2030 Climate Change Strategy, identifying cost effective interventions to increase the resilience of Victorian communities that could be incorporated into the state climate change strategy.
HEAL Network’s Submission to QPRC Revised Draft Solid Fuel Heater Policy consultation
The HEAL Research Network made a submission to the Revised Draft QPRC Solid Fuel Heater Policy consultation in May 2025, providing key recommendations on measures to transition households from polluting wood heaters to efficient, electric alternatives in Queanbeyan, NSW.
HEAL Network’s response to National Urban Policy
The HEAL Network made a formal submission on 18th July 2024 to the Urban Policy Team of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts on Australia’s draft National Urban Policy. Our response to the consultation provided expert technical input, highlighted the latest scientific evidence, and addressed the five goals for urban places (liveable, equitable, productive, sustainable and resilient) and the six objectives to support achievement of the five goals.
HEAL SA Submission to Urban Greening Strategy for Metro Adelaide
HEAL South Australia (SA) Regional Hub made a submission to Green Adelaide in response to their draft ‘Urban Greening Strategy for Metro Adelaide’ in June 2024. Green Adelaide is a government urban environmental organisation, advising on policy and action for a greener more resilient urban environment. The submission was based on HEAL SA’s findings from the urban green space workshop series, in which HEAL consulted with academics, NGOs and government representatives working in health, ecology and urban planning.
HEAL SA submission to the Greater Adelaide Regional Plan
The South Australian State Planning Commission released a Discussion Paper for the Greater Adelaide Regional Plan for public consultation. The Discussion Paper is an evidence-based document with a strong focus on what the Greater Adelaide Region may look like in 30 years time. It presented key considerations and trends for future planning to ensure the sustainability, liveability and prosperity of the Region.
The submission was a collaboration of the Healthy Environments and Lives (HEAL) Network, Environment Institute at the University of Adelaide, Dynamic State and UN Youth South Australia. It represented discussions from a two-day workshop on Quality Urban Greenspaces. The workshops brought together an interdisciplinary group of over 30 experts across academia, local and State government, and industry. Areas of expertise included health and medical science, public health, architecture and urban design, and environmental sciences. The focus of this submission was on the provision of quality urban greenspaces, with “quality” defined in the workshops as “vibrant, equitable, multifunctional and climate resilient urban greenspaces that supports human and ecosystem health”.
HEAL Network’s response to National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Issues Paper
The HEAL Network made a formal submission on 17th April 2024 to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) on Australia’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) for climate change. We provided 18 pages of commentary, critique and feedback from the HEAL Network; 19 recommendations for the Department to consider; and 30 references showcasing the breadth of technical expertise of colleagues across the HEAL Network.
HEAL Network’s response to National Health and Climate Strategy
The HEAL Network made a formal submission on 24th July 2023 to the Department of Health and Aged Care on Australia’s landmark National Climate and Health Strategy. Our response to the consultation addressed 24 questions; provided expert feedback on the 4 proposed objectives, 5 enablers, and 6 principles of the strategy; and advised on the practical interventions and partnerships required for successful implementation of the strategy.