Parliament House Canberra ACT 2602
Telephone 02 6277 7820 Facsimile 02 6273 4140
The Hon Alan Griffin MP
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs
Monday, 20 July 2009
Media Alert
MINISTER ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR VETERANS’ HEALTH WEEK
The Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Alan Griffin, will TOMORROW visit Sunnybank RSL to take
part in an indoor bowls game with local veterans and announce plans for Veterans’ Health
Week. The re-instatement of Veterans’ Health Week delivers on an election commitment from
the Australian Government.
Activities promoting the health and wellbeing of the veteran community will be held across the
country during Veterans’ Health Week 24-30 August.
Mr Griffin said the theme of this year’s Veterans’ Health Week was physical activity –
encouraging members of the veteran community to think about their health and wellbeing and
take part in regular exercise to live a stronger, healthier and happier life.
Including regular exercise is important to maintain and improve health and wellbeing,
particularly for older members of the veteran community. Health activities will be showcased
across the country during Veterans’ Health Week and will include activities such as walking
groups, team sports, stretching and yoga sessions and even laughter workshops.
Opportunity:
Footage and photo opportunities of Mr Griffin and local veterans participating in
exercises. Mr Griffin and local veterans available for short interviews.
Date:
Tuesday 21 July 2009
Time:
11:00 am – 12:noon. Media to arrive by 10.50am.
Location:
Sunnybank RSL Sub-branch
19 Gager Street
Sunnybank
Media inquiries: Belinda Cole 0437 863 109
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