Encourage your child to walk or ride to get places.

Walking and riding are great ways to increase physical activity as well as reduce traffic congestion and promote a healthier environment.

Information and Ideas

For children aged 0-5 years:

Road and pedestrian safety - booklets and brochures - developed by the Smart Steps Program, Western Australia

Starting Out Safely -  road safety parent information resources developed by the Early Learning Association Australia and the Victorian Government

RACT Child Safety -  Information for parents about  keeping children safe in cars and near roads

For children aged 5-12 years:

How to encourage walking and riding in the school community

Travelling to School -  tips from the Department for Education, Children and Young People

Information for the whole family:

Ride2School Parents Place - resources from Bicycle Network that support parents to encourage children to walk or ride to school

Even more information:

Find other programs and website that promote active transport and eating well