Join in Walk2Work this Wednesday

Take a stroll to work: Walk to work and enjoy free breakfast treats this Wednesday.

From City Scene, published on 15 March, 2009.

Stroll to work this Wednesday, 18 March and receive free breakfast goodies, as part of the national Walk2Work event.

Happening in 12 areas across the country, the event aims to celebrate walking and encourage more people to take up walking as part of their daily commute to work.

"Even if you only walk part of the way and take the bus, train or ferry, that's still excellent. Walking is something we can all do to reduce our fuel dependence," says Walk Auckland's Andy Smith.

The free breakfast, which is supported by the council, will be available at Pigeon Park (corner of Symonds Street and Karangahape Road, opposite Grafton Bridge) from 7am to 9am.

"Auckland City Council supports all transport choices, and walking to work is great - not only for your health, but for the environment," says Brian Tomlinson, group manager of Transport Strategy at Auckland City Council.