Physical health

Physical health is a basic building block for children’s current wellbeing and future life outcomes.

Being physically healthy includes being physically active, having a good diet and being in the healthy weight range.

We can improve young people’s wellbeing and shape the future health of the population by investing in young people's physical health. This will have significant social and economic benefits to the community in the long term.

For up to date information refer to the Commissioner's Indicators of Wellbeing data resource.

Read the Commissioner's policy statement on health and mental health here.