Macedon Ranges residents are invited to have their say in Healthy Loddon Campaspe’s 2025 Active Living Census.
The Active Living Census started in Bendigo in 2014, before expanding out to other Healthy Loddon Campaspe councils in 2019.
The vital regional survey will collect important data on residents’ health, wellbeing and lifestyle habits to guide future community planning and investment.
The state government-funded initiative is aimed at improving health outcomes within the region, and in 2025 is delivered in partnership with the six local government areas of Greater Bendigo, Campaspe, Central Goldfields, Loddon, Macedon Ranges and Mount Alexander shires.
Covering key topics such as physical activity, nutrition, life satisfaction, and access to recreational opportunities, the survey will provide a snapshot of how people in the Macedon Ranges and the broader region live and what barriers they may face to staying healthy and active.
Macedon Ranges mayor Dom Bonanno urged all residents to take part.
“Much like the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ nationwide census every five years, this locally targeted Acting Living Census really helps us to get a clearer picture of health-related statistics and needs within our area, which we can then draw on in considering future initiatives,” he said.
“I strongly encourage all Macedon Ranges residents, no matter your age or any other demographic, to fill out this anonymous survey for the benefit of our broader community.”
The census can be anonymously completed online, and takes about 15 minutes.
Council will also be hosting a number of drop in sessions throughout June to assist residents in filling out the survey. Details for drop in sessions can be found at mrsc.vic.gov.au/HLC
To complete the survey, visit go.healthyloddoncampaspe.au/alc
