Australians can only enjoy the wealth from the resources boom if they stay healthy, so community well-being should be considered ahead of logistics and infrastructure, without discounting their relative importance.

That is according to Associate Professor Stewart Lockie who is looking forward to this week's (Wednesday, Nov 14) launch of CQU Healthy Communities.

CQU Healthy Communities represents a new research initiative that builds upon the success of projects such as 10,000 Steps as well as links forged through the Regional Health Research Alliance.

Apart from the launch, Wednesday's event will communicate outcomes from recent and existing research and invite feedback and participation in setting the agenda for health and well-being research in the Central Queensland region.

"CQU Healthy Communities represents a multidisciplinary and cross-faculty research philosophy. Our focus is on outcomes-based research that makes a real difference to peoples' lives. We can only achieve this by forging strong relationships with relevant community, government, industry and university partners," Dr Lockie said.

The proposed program for Wednesday includes speakers on lifestyle and environmental impacts on health, mental health, community safety, and human services. There will be a welcome and introduction by Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Jennelle Kyd.