Walk Safely to School Day at Mortdale Public School

Hansard ID: HANSARD-1323879322-141814

Hansard session: Fifty-Eighth Parliament, First Session (58-1)

Walk Safely to School Day at Mortdale Public School

Mr MARK COURE (Oatley)

—Every year, students at primary schools across my community participate in 'Walk Safely to School Day'. This gives an opportunity for local families to participate together, encouraging kids to stay active, healthy and safe. This year, the students at Mortdale Public School took it upon themselves to make Walk Safely to School Day even bigger and better than before. I was incredibly proud to hear that my son James and his classmates got behind the idea and lobbied the school to make this happen. Many of the students, parents and teachers met at McRaes Reserve, in Grove Avenue and then walked the rest of the way to school, which I must say, is a beautiful walk on an autumn morning. It was wonderful to see so many students get involved. Not only is walking to school good for your physical health, but it is also good for your mental health and emotional regulation. Once again, I'd like to congratulate the students from Mortdale Primary School. It is so refreshing to see the younger generations getting involved and making our community a better place for all.