National Nutrition Week

Hansard ID: HANSARD-1323879322-99948

Hansard session: Fifty-Sixth Parliament, First Session (56-1)

National Nutrition Week

Mr MARK COURE (Oatley) (19:37:06):

Recently I had the privilege of attending a breakfast in the New South Wales Parliament to acknowledge National Nutrition Week, which was held in October. I thank Barbara Ward and the Nutrition Australia team for the services and education resources provided to the Australian community. Of course, their partners—Bayer Australia, the Lupus Association of New South Wales and SHARE—must also be recognised for their support and collaboration on goals to encourage Australians towards a healthier lifestyle.

With beginnings more than 20 years ago, National Nutrition Week with its focus on Try for 5 this year has raised awareness of the role of food in maintaining good health and the benefits of prioritising healthy eating and exercise. Over the years, Nutrition Australia has educated the community on how we can achieve the best possible quality of life. It has communicated how important it is that our daily routines consist of consuming a diversity of nutritious foods and being consciously active. I sincerely congratulate Barbara Ward and Nutrition Australia on another successful National Nutrition Week and on many years of successful service in reminding us to embrace a healthier lifestyle.