UQ at Springfield

01/04/2026

VETERAN MORNING TEA - ACTIVE CHOICES INFORMATION SESSION
Details here: https://www.facebook.com/share/18Cyb7mFA7/

“How I see myself as a father moving forward is to be there and be in the playground. It wasn’t until I started becoming active again and getting back in the gym that I’ve realised where I was and where I needed to be.”
- Doug Egan, Active Choices Coach.

Are you a veteran, do you know veterans and families in the Greater Springfield and Ipswich region of Queensland, who want to connect through sport, exercise and physical activity?

Active Choices for Springfield Veterans is a free and fun "connect and support" program.

Come and meet the team and find out more about the program over morning tea this Thursday or next Thursday.

Whether it’s with old friends, new connections, or your family, Active Choices helps you find ways to be active together.

You’ll get dedicated support to be active and healthy from an Active Choices Coach who gets the challenges of transitioning form service. If needed, you can also get financial help accessing some the Active Choices you want to try.

Find more details about the program here: https://www.gallipoliresearch.com.au/project/active-choices-for-springfield/
Greater Springfield RSL Sub-Branch

01/04/2026

Do you enjoy getting active in nature and want to give back to the Greater Springfield community? 🌿

Springfield In Step with Nature Walk is looking for more Walk Organisers!

Come along to the Heart Foundation Walking Walk Organiser Information Session on Wednesday 22 April - it’s a relaxed, friendly session where you can find out what’s involved in being a Walk Organiser, meet others, ask questions, and enjoy some refreshments.

There’s also an optional group walk after the session in Spring Lake park from 11:30am.

What you need to know:
📅 Wednesday 22 April
⏰ 10:00am–12:00pm (optional walk from 11:30am)
📍 YMCA Springfield Lakes Community Centre
53 Springfield Lakes Boulevard
🅿️ Free parking | 🚌 Bus 528 from Springfield Central Station

RSVP or questions: Reach out to Vicky Sullivan
📧 victoria.sullivan@uq.edu.au
📞 0475 129 166

If you’d like to learn more about the walking group, go to Springfield In Step with Nature Walk for more details.

30/03/2026

Want to join a FREE 6-week exercise program?! Are you navigating mental health challenges, ageing, or cancer? Add your details at the link below! 💪👀🔗

23/03/2026

Are you a healthcare worker or student in the Greater Springfield region? 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

We want to hear your thoughts!

Researchers from the The University of Queensland are seeking participants for semi-structured interviews (15–45 minutes) exploring the lived experiences and perspectives of healthcare workers on health and wellbeing.

Your insights will help shape a better understanding of the challenges and supports within the profession.

Participants will receive $40 for their time.

Interested or want to learn more?

🔗 Get started here: https://qualtricsxmvjmpbnh98.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_01bEt0WBYNhHzJc?Q_CHL=qr
📩 Or email Mackenzie at uqmderry@uq.edu.au

Greater Springfield YMCA Springfield Lakes Community Centre The Greater Springfield Community Group Westside Community Care Network Springfield Lakes Community Page, Qld Springfield Community Forum Orion Springfield Central Active & Healthy Ipswich

13/03/2026

Check out the opportunity below to tell University of Southern Queensland - Australia and the Heart Foundation about your Springfield neighbourhood.
Greater Springfield

11/03/2026

We have lift-off for Food for the Brain Springfield program, with 30 young people registered for the first session today! ✈️

Facilitated by UQ at Springfield, Food for the Brain Springfield is an evidence-based, community-informed culinary nutrition education program designed for young people in Greater Springfield aged 10 to 19 years 🧑‍🍳

📆 Wednesday 11th, 18th and 25th March
⏰4pm - 6pm
📍YMCA Springfield Central Community Centre
134a Parkland Drive, Springfield Central

More information via https://tinyurl.com/2k855ztx

09/03/2026

Join the Green Hearts Nature Prescribing project and help connect patients with group nature‑based activities that support physical, mental, and social wellbeing.

📩 Email Vicky at victoria.sullivan@uq.edu.au to get involved.

06/03/2026

Read our latest newsletter right here:

Sign up for free cooking classes, join a study, read our 2025 Annual Report, and more!

06/03/2026

Spots for our FREE cooking program are filling up fast! Registration closes Tuesday, 10th of March, at 9 am. Use this link to sign up: https://tinyurl.com/2k855ztx

Westside Community Care Network
Greater Springfield

😃UQ at Springfield are bringing their new FREE cooking program, 'Food for the Brain Springfield' to the YMCA Springfield Central Community Centre 😃

👩‍🍳UQ Food for the Brain Springfield is an evidence-based, community-informed culinary nutrition education program designed for young people in Greater Springfield aged 10 to 19 years.🧑‍🍳

📆 Wednesday 11th, 18th and 25th March
⏰4pm-6pm
📍YMCA Springfield Central Community Centre
134a Parkland Drive, Springfield Central

Follow the link to register: https://tinyurl.com/2k855ztx

03/03/2026

The University of Queensland Springfield Living Lab is coming to life. ❤️

So, we need some more hands on deck! We are seeking expressions of interest from research and professional staff who:

1️⃣ Are familiar with UQ systems and research principles
2️⃣ Are familiar with Springfield and the broader Western Growth Corridor
3️⃣ Have skills or experience in any of the following areas: community-based pragmatic study design and ethics, social and biomedical data collection and storage, geospatial mapping, systems science, data presentation, event management, or community engagement.

We can accommodate flexible, casual hours at a level appropriate to each team member's experience.

For discuss further, please contact Professor Lauren Ball: lauren.ball@uq.edu.au

02/03/2026

Active Choices is a free, veteran-led community program designed by veterans, for veterans. The program helps veterans build heathier, more active and socially connected lifestyles.

Active Choices for Springfield Veterans is holding an official launch event on Thursday March 12th.

Scan the QR code below to get involved.

https://uniofqueensland.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_81FOZViyC0Rwu1g

Gallipoli Medical Research

08/12/2025