Across Australia, two in three adults and one in four children are either overweight or obese.
Rates of overweight and obesity are higher in rural and regional areas compared to metropolitan areas.
As part of the PHN's Healthy Weight initiative we are allocating funding to support community groups and LGAs implement initiatives that will help people reach a healthy weight and reduce their risk of chronic disease.
“We know that the evidence supports models of primary prevention strategies that increase the likelihood of shifting physical activity, healthy eating and lifestyle choices towards an energy balanced approach being delivered at a community or locality level.
To apply organisations must be incorporated or partnered with an incorporated organisation or local government entity who will receive and manage the grant.
The funding round is for activities that will commence before 30 June 2019 and the maximum grant amount is $50,000.