OLYMPIC Gold and Silver medallist Brooke Hanson will be speaking at Coffs Harbour’s Orara High School and Toormina High School on Monday 27 March as part of her North Coast regional tour with the Olympics Unleashed program.

Brooke will visit Orara High School on Monday morning and Toormina High School in the afternoon to present to the year nine students.

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Launched in 2018, Olympics Unleashed takes Olympians and aspiring Olympians into Australian schools to inspire and motivate students to be their personal best.

Brooke will be sharing her Olympic story with the students, drawing on her career in swimming and experiences of setback and triumph to educate and inspire the young North Coast locals.

After missing out on the Atlanta 1996 and Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, Brooke not only qualified and competed at the Athens 2004 Games but achieved an individual Silver in the 100m Breaststroke and team Gold in the 4x100m Medley Relay.

Throughout the presentation to students, Brooke will pass on tips to help students find their passion, set goals and overcome challenges.

“I’ll be in Coffs Harbour for the Coffs Ocean Swim on Sunday 26 March and I’m looking forward to staying on and inspiring the local students,” Brooke told News Of The Area.

“The Australian Olympic Committee Olympics Unleashed program brings students face to face with Olympians.

“I’ll be sharing my journey to Olympic Gold and Silver medals and what motivated me to continue to strive for excellence despite many obstacles and setbacks.

“I’ll encourage all students to unleash their full potential by following their hopes and dreams.

“Unlocking their true purpose, no matter what field of work they are passionate about.

“I’ll talk about the importance of goal setting and how healthy eating and daily physical activity is beneficial for the well-being of every student.

“I’ll also encourage everyone to be part of the Olympic movement and what an incredible opportunity we have ahead of a home Games in Brisbane 2032.

“I’ll discuss with students how they can get involved in the build-up to Brisbane 2032 and then, come the games, it would be great to see more regional students involved and hopefully representing Australia in the green and gold,” she said.

The Olympics Unleashed program is currently available to schools across Queensland, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia and Western Australia with plans for NT, VIC and Tasmania in the pipeline.

By Andrea FERRARI