In May 1996, the Premier established the NSW Physical Activity Task Force to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for the promotion of physical activity in NSW. The Task Force was chaired by Professor Adrian Bauman and included representatives from the following NSW Government Departments: Health, Local Government, School Education, Sport and Recreation, and Urban Affairs and Planning, as well as non-government organisations: National Heart Foundation, Australian Council for Health Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER), and the fitness industry.
Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Advancement
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email: CCDPHA@doh.health.nsw.gov.au