Celebrate Walk Safely to School Day on 10 May
Published on 01 May 2024
Children across the Gannawarra are encouraged to walk to and from school or their school bus pick-up point on Friday, 10 May as part of National Walk Safely to School Day celebrations.
Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2024, this Pedestrian Council Australia initiative aims to promote safe pedestrian behaviour and the health benefits associated with walking, cycling or using a scooter to travel to and from school.
“Primary schools across the Gannawarra are renowned for promoting the benefits associated with walking, cycling or using a scooter to travel to and from school thanks to the successful Gannawarra Walk to School Month program,” Mayor Ross Stanton said.
“Walk Safely to School Day enhances this message by reminding children, families and motorists of the importance of road and pedestrian safety around our schools throughout the year.”
Schools can take part by visiting www.walk.com.au/wstsd/ and incorporate some of the activities outlined for Friday, 10 May. These include hosting a healthy breakfast and encouraging parents and guardians who drive their children to school to park at least 10 minutes’ walk away from school.
“We all play a role in promoting pedestrian safety, whether it is being mindful when driving or educating children about road safety by demonstrating how to Stop, Look, Listen and Think whilst out in the community,” Mayor Stanton said.