Search

Pets may protect children from developing social-emotional problems and should be taken into account when assessing child development and school readiness

The PLAYCE Study instruments provide reliable measures of early childhood education and care physical activity environments

New suburban communities built in accordance with the “Liveable Neighbourhoods” policy have the potential to encourage health supportive behaviors

This natural experiment investigated the influence of early childhood education and care outdoor physical environment upgrade on preschoolers' physical activity

To examine the role of pet play and dog walking in children's and adolescents' leisure time, and the relationship between these activities and physical activity

Researchers have identified 10 Australian shopping strips where the removal of on-street parking would transform the area’s liveability.

Four The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers from a diverse range of fields have been named as finalists for the prestigious 2022 Premier’s Science Awards.

Researchers exploring the potential health benefits of pets have found children who regularly walk and play with a family dog are more active, have less screen time, and sleep more.

A new study has highlighted the positive impact dog ownership has on our mental health.

Informing urban planning and policy development to grow equitable access to healthy environments for young people and their families.