Olympian visits Pretty Beach

Australian Olympic gymnast and diver Alexandra Croak visited Pretty Beach Public School on Thursday, October 18, to speak about the benefits of staying fit and active.

Alex spoke at the school as part of the Premier's Sporting Challenge, which aims to promote the benefits of physical activity among young people.

Alex, a Challenge ambassador, also spoke to the students about the importance of physical activity in overall health.

The Challenge was launched in 2007 and is open to all NSW public school students.

This year, more than 220,000 students from 1059 schools are taking part.

Media release, 15 Oct 2012

Sven Wright, DET