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Giving children a healthy start sets them up for life!  Here you will find key information about eating and physical activity for raising healthy Tasmanian kids.

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Healthy Kids Resources

Start Them Right

Health on the Shelf

Start Them Right
- A parent's guide to eating for under 5s

Health on the Shelf

An easy read guide on how and what to feed your child from birth to five years.

A selection of story books for children from Libraries Tasmania about food, culture and living well which you can borrow for free.

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Healthy Kids Partners

Link to the Healthy Tasmania portal

Link to Move Well Eat Well website

Tasmanian School Canteen Association inc. Helping keep Tassie Kids Healthy

Link to the Family Food Patch website

Latest News


  • Moving forward – what do you want to take with you 11 Jun 2020

    Most of us are spending more time at home with physical distancing measures in place. You may have also noticed the way you’ve been eating or moving your body is different from your usual routines. Now that the restrictions are gradually lifting, you may choose to reflect on the past few months and ask yourself some key questions. Read more

  • Kid's Parties and How to Celebrate in 2020 04 Jun 2020

    Over the last few months social distancing restrictions were tighter and birthday celebrations were a low-key (or virtual) affair. But now that restrictions are starting to be lifted, parents are asking what birthday parties are going to look like. Is it OK to have a cake? How many children can we invite? What party games can we play? Read more on what small changes we can all make to give our children a party that is safe and enjoyable for everyone.

  • Managing Meal and Snack Routines with More Time at Home 22 Apr 2020

    “I used to have routine but now the days seem to roll into one” parent Normal routines and usual activities like school and playdates have changed. Our eating routines may have changed too. More effort may be needed to keep to an eating schedule at home. Read more

  • Making a Meal Out of Something 18 Apr 2020

    Whether you want to limit trips to the supermarket or limit food waste, here are some ways to make the most of what you have in the cupboard, fridge and freezer. Plan meals for a few days ahead. A short list of meal ideas can help you plan your shopping list and use what food you already have. Read more

  • How to Keep Fruit and Vegetables Longer 15 Apr 2020

    Keen to shop less at the moment but aiming to eat fresh fruit and vegetables everyday? There are ways to keep fruit and vegetables fresh to last the distance. Read more