6. Being healthy and active

2 people doing exercise together in a park.

Public spaces are important for making communities that:

  • are healthy
  • last a long time.

2 people playing basketball at a public basketball court.

Good public spaces can support people to:

  • easily move around
  • do activities, like sports and riding bikes.

2 people carrying exercise equipment and having a conversation. They are laughing with each other.

This can help people:

  • be healthy
  • feel good.

A family riding bikes in a park.

We should have more ways for people to:

  • find and use parks
  • connect with these spaces.

A person with a relaxed expression in a park.

This can help people feel less stress and worry.

It can also help their focus and wellbeing.

A safety icon, an arrow pointing from one location marker to another location marker, and a badge showing good quality.

Public spaces can support people to move around and do activities more if they are:

  • safe
  • connected to other public spaces
  • good quality.

A child hugging another child.

Good quality public spaces can help children grow.

A family with children in a public park.

When we make public spaces, we should think about what:

  • children need
  • their families or carers need.

A person lifting barbell weights in a gym.

When we include our community to plan public spaces, they might take part in more healthy activities.