22 May 2026
7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Primary school-aged children across Australia will step towards a healthier future next month on National Walk Safely to School Day, Friday 22 May 2026.
Now in its 27th year, the initiative led by the Pedestrian Council of Australia highlights the health, safety, transport and environmental benefits of walking or using active travel to get to and from school – not just on Walk Safely to School Day, but every day.
The day encourages positive environmental action, better use of public transport with reduced car-dependency, and encourages parents and carers to walk more, reducing dangerous traffic congestion around schools.
Schools and P&Cs are encouraged to Host a Healthy Breakfast on the day, with schools able to win one of 28 x $250 food vouchers thanks to Woolworths by registering for publicity to share their local stories: https://www.walk.com.au/wstsd/