Deakin University ‘Walk to Work’ Day Promotion
Deakin University – DU (Burwood) has decided to promote a Walk to Work day for all staff and students.
Walk to Work Day February 1, 2019.
It has the slogan of: Help the climate, help yourself – work to walk!
To assist DU staff and students on the day:
• Walking buses will leave from 6 points around the city every 30 minutes from 7.00am and proceed to the University.
• Stands will be set up along the way offering water and rest stops with masseurs on hand to help with those tired muscles.
• All relevant information regarding walking trails and other details can be found on the DU website – walk2work.com.au
Further Information
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The Pedestrian Council of Australia state that:
• People who walk before and during work are generally healthier, more productive and creative and less likely to be absent or on sick-leave.
• Regular walking can also help to relieve feelings of depression or anxiety.
• It improves the environment by reducing car dependency.
• If people can’t walk all the way, use public transport and get off the bus, train, tram or ferry a few stops earlier and walk the rest of the way to work.
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