The New Zealand Government has proposed to have more than
half of schoolkids walking, biking, scooting, or skating to school by 2030.
They recognise the long-term health benefits of daily physical activity, and
many studies show that regular exercise improves children’s physical, social,
and emotional abilities, their resilience, and even their creativity.
Of course, all schools, in the interest of student health
and wellbeing, must make sure that all walking, biking, scooting, and skating
is done smartly and safely.
