Health packs given to students

Students from four Peninsula Primary Schools have been given a health promotion pack to encourage exercise and healthy eating in young children.

Pretty Beach Public School, Ettalong Public School, St John the Baptist Primary School and Umina Public School have joined more than 60 Central Coast primary schools in the Northern Sydney Central Coast Area Health initiative.

The Coast in Motion Family Activation Packs were given to Year 1 and 2 students to take home to enjoy with their families.

The pack contains a number of quick and easy games and activities to play at home or in the park.

It is aimed at school children and families, encouraging them to stay active and healthy.

"Positive role models are vital for our children to develop healthy lifestyle skills," schools health promotions officer Ms Justine Gowland-Ella said.

"Our Australian Olympians are great ambassadors for children's health, but parents are the role models for helping put these positive messages into action.

"The Family Activation Pack is designed to be quick, easy and most importantly fun for all."

The Family Activation is available for all families to download for free at www.healthpromotion.com.au

Press release, 25 Sep 2008 Justine Gowland-Ella, Northern Sydney Central Coast Area Health