Congress Patron: Sir Gus Nossal
Sir Gus, who was born in Austria, is among the migrants who have made the greatest contribution to Australian life. He and Sir Arvi Parbo, from Estonia, along with Gab Kovacs, from Hungary arrived here unable to speak English.
Sir Gus first won an OBE in 1970, and was knighted seven years later. He has an Order of Australia, a Centenary Medal, an Anzaas Medal and is a recognised living treasure.
Perhaps his greatest moment was receiving the Albert Einstein World Award for Science, given to researchers who “have brought true benefit and wellbeing to mankind”. He has done all this with his groundbreaking work in immunology as director of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research and professor of medical biology at Melbourne University. He is the most decorated Australian scientist.
A word from our patron:
"It gives me great pleasure to be the Patron of this Congress which I believe is a very worthy and timely endeavour. The worlds of sustainability and health have developed almost independently of one another, despite the best intentions of each to address issues of common concern. It is time to reunite them in the interests of our quality of life. In a symbiotic way the value and management of parks will need to address broader community wellbeing, just as public health and social cohesion need to better consider the value of contact with nature in their activities. This Congress should provide a wonderful forum to active such outcomes. I look forward to participating." Sir Gustav Nossal.
Congress Ambassadors
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I can’t imagine a better goal than protecting and sustainably using our great parks.” |
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“VECCI supports Healthy Parks Healthy People because the economic environmental and social benefits are real.” |
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“Parks are an integral part of healthy living and are of immeasurable value to the community. Therefore awareness of our parks as an asset is high on my personal agenda.” |
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“I oversee the VRC’s Sustainability Program to ensure the long term sustainability of the Heritage Listed Flemington Racecourse so that it can be enjoyed by future generations – in this regard, we have shared objectives with Healthy Parks Healthy People - to preserve a beautiful parkland and gardens for community enjoyment. ” |
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Parks Victoria is a world’s best agency and the conference will be a great addition to the public policy debate.” |
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“I am delighted that Melbourne is leading the way by staging the Congress in 2010 and I am very proud to be an ambassador. I see this as a way of bringing great minds together to talk about the wellbeing of people for many decades to come.” |
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"The health of our people and natural environment are fundamental in our society; what better way to demonstrate the linkages between the two than by celebrating Healthy Parks Healthy People.” |
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“With modern day stresses, increases in population growth and expansion into new areas, it is essential that we and our future generations are able to experience nature as it is intended. Healthy Parks give modern people the opportunity to be Healthy People!” |
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“There is so much to learn, do and share in our magnificent parks – Let’s get out there!” |
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“Healthy Parks Healthy People is a fantastic initiative recognising the importance of the natural environment in people’s wellbeing. The conference will be a major event to emphasise this and we are delighted to be involved.” |
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“Healthy Parks, Healthy People has great natural synergy. Encouraging people to get out and into parks not only improves their health but also the health of our parks. When people experience the health giving effects they get from exposure to a green environment they naturally want to care for our natural resources. I can’t think of better a medicine for us all! " |
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“Our planet nowadays sees billions of people living in urban settings- places of concrete, steel and bitumen. We need to try harder than ever to reunite mankind with the goodness that flows from our natural heritage. I am delighted to support this important Congress.” |
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“I am absolutely passionate about the link between our interactions with our natural environment and the positive impact on the wellbeing of individuals and communities. People and the natural environment, be it coastal or terrestrial parks, are intricately linked. Healthy Parks Healthy People tells us this message quite simply. I am delighted to have a role in spreading this powerful message.” |
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“I run, jog, walk and breathe in Parks. Melbourne is rich in Parklands that are literally lungs for Melbournians.” |
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The Healthy Parks Healthy People program is extremely important for public health as research shows that access to parks with high quality facilitates is associated with children’s and adults’ physical activity and health.” |
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“Parks, from large remote wild places to urban green havens provide us with respite in a crowded and hectic world, places to restore balance to our lives and health to our bodies, relationships, minds and our deeper selves.” |
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“I’m involved because I have built parks, I use parks and the GAA are planning for parks in the future.” |
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“Use it or lose it”. From city to marine and national parks, Healthy Parks Healthy People is a wonderful concept that benefits the world’s current and future generations. |
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“The essential connection between people and the green environment in all its guises is an interdependent relationship which, when appreciated and nurtured leads to the wellbeing and prosperity of both.” |
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“I am a passionate supporter of the value of parks and reserves for society.” |
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“A visit to one of Victoria’s magnificent parks refreshes and inspires me. Everyone should have this opportunity.” |
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" Our parks are a wonderful place to escape the hustle and bustle of the hectic modern life. Enjoying the beauty of the parks, spending time with family and friends, exercising or just simply relaxing, its amazing how perspectives change once you take that step into the Park" |
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“There are no communities without conservation...and there is no conservation without communities...pretty simple really.” |
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“Parks and the bush have helped me stay happy for 80 years- now I look forward to the next 80 years being as good!” |
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Prue Sanderson, Chief Executive Officer, VicUrban |
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