Lisa Singh (Tasmania, Australian Labor Party, Shadow Parliamentary Secretary to the Shadow Attorney General) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

I move:

That the Senate—

(a) notes that 21 June is the International Day of Yoga, as unanimously declared by the United Nations General Assembly;

(b) recognises that yoga:

(i) is an ancient Indian tradition which embodies unity of mind and body and brings harmony in all walks of life, and

(ii) provides a holistic approach to health and well-being, is practised across Australia and is becoming increasingly popular and mainstream;

(c) further notes:

(i) the significant role yoga has in disease prevention, health promotion and the management of many disorders,

(ii) the importance of individuals and populations making healthier choices and lifestyle patterns to foster good health, and

(iii) that yoga is more than just physical activity, and is about cultivating a balanced attitude in day to day life;

(d) further recognises that, on this day, worldwide, thousands of participants will perform yoga to celebrate the occasion;

(e) encourages all Australians to recognise the International Day of Yoga by attending one of the events held in major cities around the country; and

(f) further encourages the community to engage in yoga on a continuous basis to enjoy the many benefits yoga provides.

Question agreed to.