In the February edition:<\/strong><\/p>\n Make 2014 the year of good health!\u00a0 Why not grab your colleagues and energise your body using the Staff Wellbeing and Activity Program (SWAP).\u00a0 Join a boxing, pilates, or yoga program or choose from one of the many other types of programs available. With 30, 45, or 60 minute classes priced from just $8.50, 9.50 or 10.50 per person, why not organise a class at a time and venue that suits you by emailing wellbeing@monash.edu<\/a>.\u00a0 Remember though, to<\/strong><\/em><\/span> check with your faculty first to see if they have already arranged a program for your area and your staff!<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Alternatively, why not register for one of the upcoming programs. <\/em> Click here <\/a>for further information.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Its summer time and what a great time to ramp up your daily exercise regime.<\/p>\n Not only will you increase your fitness, but you might also stave off those unwanted Here are some simple tips to help you along the way:<\/p>\n For a range of activities to keep you moving, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n Get Healthy during Healthy Weight Week 17-23 February<\/em><\/p>\n Why not opt for healthy takeaway during Healthy Weight Week<\/a>.\u00a0 While not all takeaway food is good, you can choose from plenty of healthier options. Check out the BUPA Takeaway Food Guide<\/a> to help you make healthier selections when you can’t or don’t have time to cook.<\/p>\n Staff have the opportunity to enrol in a new Weight Watchers Program for 2014. With the convenience of weekly About the program:<\/strong> The program consists of one weekly lunchtime meeting for 13 weeks.<\/p>\n Cost<\/strong>: $19.90 per session for 13 week program. Payment can be in cash or by credit card.\u00a0 Alternatively, staff can use a direct debit payment plan by paying $50 upfront at week 1 and then paying\u00a0 over 3 instalments at weeks 4, 8 and 12.\u00a0 A $10 administration fee for this service is applicable.\u00a0 (Some private health insurance providers provide a partial refund.)<\/p>\n Dates: <\/strong>Programs have been scheduled at both Clayton and Caulfield<\/strong> Campuses.\u00a0 Dates for both events are:\u00a0 4,11,18,25 March, 1,8,15,29 April, 6,13,20,27 May and 3 June 2014<\/p>\n (Programs can be run at other campuses but a minimum of 12 participants is required)<\/em><\/p>\n For further information about the programs and to register, click here.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n For staff:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n <\/em><\/span>Register to take part in a 3.5 hour Mindfulness Workshop through. The workshop will e Workshops are available in April, July, September and November. Register online<\/a>.<\/p>\n For Supervisors:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Supervisors are encouraged to take part in this 3.5 hour program which in addition to the above 4 points, also looks at what you can do as supervisors,\u00a0to assist in the embedding of the mindfulness practice.<\/p>\n The mindfulness program for supervisors is available online.<\/a><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n The University Wellbeing KPI aims to achieve 30% participation Staff who regularly participate in a wellbeing related activity during their work day can now log their participation in a database to help contribute to their Faculty\/Division Wellbeing KPI.<\/p>\n Regularly is defined as at least once per week, for a minimum of 30 minutes during your work day (Monday to Friday).<\/p>\n Log your participation in the Wellbeing KPI form<\/a>.<\/p>\n Join the conversation, like<\/em> our Wellbeing at Monash<\/a> Facebook page to go in the draw to win one of two $50<\/strong> vouchers.\u00a0 Our facebook page provides information about the latest events, special offers, discounts and news.\u00a0 (Competition closes 28th February 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n Lunchtime mindfulness meditation sessions have resumed.<\/p>\n The sessions will include interesting information on mindfulness, a mindfulness meditation practice and an opportunity to ask questions <\/span>or troubleshoot mindfulness practice with an expert!<\/span><\/p>\n When: Wednesdays and Fridays, There is no need to book – just come along and experience the benefits of mindfulness for yourself.<\/p>\n Do you promote and support health and wellbeing initiatives in your department? Wellbeing at Monash is calling for staff who have an active interest in health and wellbeing and wish to help create a healthier Monash community through the role as a ‘Wellbeing Ambassador’.<\/p>\n Register your interest to receive further information by emailing wellbeing@monash.edu<\/a><\/p>\n \n <\/span><\/p>\n At Monash we encourage staff to make the healthy choice when providing food for staff meetings and events. Why not try a delicious box of fruit at your next meeting and event?<\/p>\n FruitAddicts offers Monash departments an excellent fresh Box of 30 fruit pieces $24 To order contact Steve at FruitAddicts<\/a> or phone 1300 438 378 and quote \u2018Monash Wellbeing\u2019. Payment can be made via cheque, credit card or monthly invoicing.<\/p>\n You can order these and find many more suggestions in our Health Smart Healthy Catering brochure<\/a> or the Catering How To Buy Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n Do you have old eye glasses sitting in your desk draw? Wellbeing @ Monash is now collecting used eye glasses for the Lions Recycle For Sight Program.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Send your unwanted eye glasses via internal mail to Wellbeing @ Monash \u2013 OHS, Building 40P, Clayton<\/p>\n At Monash Sport, we want all Monash University staff members to have a happy and healthy lifestyle. Because of this, we have introduced Health and Fitness Options for Monash University Staff. The variety of options available has been tailored so that each and every staff member is able to join the centre and able to achieve their fitness goals whether it is individually or as a group.<\/p>\n The Health and Fitness Options for Monash University<\/p>\n Staff includes Centre memberships<\/a>, participation in the SWAP Group Exercise<\/a> and casual visits.<\/p>\n For any further enquiries please contact our friendly staff<\/a> or come down and visit us with your voucher for a 7 Day Trial<\/a>.<\/p>\n What we can tell you is to eat smaller meals more often, every 2-3 hours starting with breakfast. Each small meal should consist of: Aim for 5-6 small meals a day instead of 3 large meals, and give your metabolism a boost!<\/p>\n As a part of this commitment, we have: <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Click here for more information<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Green View Room This newly refurbished space, previously known as the Monash Sport “Social Room”, has received a refurbishment and a name change! How do you keep your exercise motivation high even though the thermostat is maxing out this summer?… Get along to Swim Fit at the Doug Ellis Pool! The annual Run for the Kids event is on again this year, Sunday 13 April 2014! <\/span><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Did you know Monash staff have access to a range of employee benefits and discounts including accommodation, travel insurance, airport parking and car hire. Read more information in the range of employee benefits and staff discounts<\/a><\/p>\n Staff have access to the exclusive Departure Lounge with discounted rates at selected Peppers, Mantra and BreakFree properties throughout Australia, Bali and New Zealand.<\/p>\n Download the February specials here <\/a>. See the flyer for travel dates and specials.<\/p>\n To book<\/strong> visit Departure Lounge<\/a> and enter the password: monashstaff Rates are best when searching for 3 night+ stays.<\/p>\n As a Monash employee you can now access a range of banking and financial benefits including competitive rates on home lending and other NAB financial products, discounted movie tickets, computers, travel, shopping and much more from a range of top brands.<\/p>\n Benefits include:<\/strong><\/p>\n For more information <\/strong>about the NAB@work program visit the Monash employee benefits and discounts webpage <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Enter the Monash Corporate ID at 40 Rydges, Art Series and Q To start saving:<\/p>\n Bupa <\/a>provides staff access to a Monash Corporate Health Insurance Plan, with:<\/p>\n For pricing and detailed information see staff benefits and discounts<\/a>.<\/p>\n Change to how your pay for your health insurance<\/strong> <\/strong>– New members who join BUPA from 1st August will only have the option of direct debit\/credit card payment. There will be no changes for existing members who pay through payroll deductions.<\/p>\n Sign up for a discounted airport lounge membership for Qantas and Virgin and enjoy the benefits!<\/p>\n Qantas Club memberships <\/a>offer heavily discounted rates that can be salary sacrificed; pricing: $316 (one year) or $560.89 (two years) plus $230.00 joining fee.<\/p>\n Virgin Australia lounge corporate memberships<\/a> offer a special price of $200 per year with a $100 joining fee.<\/p>\n Visit Airport Lounge discounts <\/a>for more information.<\/p>\n The Comedy Club at the Athenaeum Th View the line up of comedians online.<\/a> All complimentary tickets are for the show only. Dinner and show tickets can be upgraded for the discounted price of $35pp (normally $45pp). For detailed information see staff discounts<\/a>.<\/p>\n Browse the Timeout newsletter for information on what’s new in Wellbeing at Monash.\u00a0 Read about the latest Wellbeing and Monash Sport events, services and activities. For information about latest events, special offers, discounts, and news, subscribe to the Wellbeing@Monash newsletter In the February edition: Wellbeing events and news Monash Sport news and offers TeamMONASH news […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1007,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1054],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2400"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1007"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2400"}],"version-history":[{"count":59,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2400\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2451,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2400\/revisions\/2451"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2400"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2400"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2400"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}\n
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\n<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/a>Wellbeing at Monash Events and News<\/h3>\n
<\/a>2014, the year of good health!
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<\/a>Step into summer and keep in shape!<\/h3>\n
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\nof the many picturesque parks and gardens<\/a> around Melbourne and Victoria<\/li>\n<\/a> Lunchtime Weight Watchers Program<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
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meetings on campus, you\u2019ll get the guidance that you need to succeed and stay on track to achieve your weight loss and lifestyle goals<\/p>\n<\/a> Mindfulness for wellbeing, resilience and performance<\/h3>\n
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<\/a>Do you cycle to work or run\/walk regularly at lunchtime?<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
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in wellbeing events and programs.<\/p>\n\u2018Like\u2019 Wellbeing at Monash on Facebook
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<\/a><\/h3>\nLunchtime mindfulness meditation
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\nTime: 1.15-1.45pm
\nWhere: Narthex Room, building 9, Clayton campus<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nAre you a wellbeing champion?<\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n<\/a>Order a delicious fruit box for your next staff meeting or event<\/h3>\n
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box of fruit, with free delivery to Monash campuses and 10% discount off the following prices –<\/p>\n
\nBox of 45 fruit pieces $34
\nBox of 60 fruit pieces $44<\/p>\nDo you wear glasses? Monash eye glasses collection
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Monash Sport news and offers<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n<\/a>Health and Fitness Options for Monash Staff<\/span><\/h3>\n
<\/a> “So… how much should I eat to lose weight?”
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\nAs fitness professionals we often get asked \u201cHow much should I eat to lose weight?\u201d Unfortunately there is no simple answer as each person\u2019s energy needs are different.<\/p>\n
\nA healthy breakfast will get your metabolism revving and eating every 2-3 hours will keep it revving throughout the day.<\/p>\n
\n* a serve of protein (eg. Nuts, lean red meat, chicken, fish)
\n* low GI carbs (eg. Fruits or vegetables, brown rice, oats)
\n* Fresh food rather than processed food<\/p>\n<\/a>Accessibility at Monash Sport!<\/h3>\n
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\nAs a part of our ongoing commitment to provide for all our member’s and customer\u2019s needs, Monash Sport is proud to continue to improve accessibility specifically for those with limited mobility or wheelchair access requirements.<\/p>\n
\n– Refurbished the Change Rooms at the Doug Ellis Swimming pool to feature two dedicated accessible change rooms.\u00a0 The male and female change rooms also feature an ambulant toilet.
\n– The accessible ramp and adjacent stairs at the main entry to the Monash Sport building (Building 1) has been updated to include a compliant hand rail and tactile tiles.
\n– The accessible change room has been refurbished as part of the Stadium\/Fitness Centre Change Room refurbishments.\u00a0 This change room has been reconfigured so that the entry is located directly on the main corridor, rather than near the entry to the male change rooms.\u00a0 The male and female change rooms also feature an ambulant toilet.
\nWe are also currently constructing an accessible lift to enable access from the ground floor to the first floor of the Gymnasium.\u00a0 These works have commenced and will be completed by February\/ March 2014.<\/p>\nStadium Change Room Update<\/h3>\n
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\nAs a part of our ongoing commitment to provide all our members and customers with the best experience while at Monash Sport, we are always endeavouring to ensure our facilities best cater for our wide variety of our user\u2019s needs and are as up to date as possible.\u00a0 Our Clayton Stadium Change Room refurbishment provides a much needed update to improve the change room experience for all.
\nWith this in mind, we are delighted to announce that the refurbishments to our Female Stadium Change Rooms have been completed, and are currently being used and enjoyed by all.
\nFurther to this, the Accessible Stadium Change Rooms have also opened and are currently in use.
\nWe regret to inform that due to unexpected construction complications, the opening of the male change rooms has had to be delayed by approximately 3 weeks, with the change rooms to be opened in late February, the exact date is still to be confirmed.
\nWe would like to thank our male members and customers for their continued patience as we deliver this essential refurbishment project.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nRenamed the Green View Room, and opened on the 6th of January 2014, this room size has almost doubled and now provides an enhanced social and meeting\/conference environment.
\nThis newly enhanced environment includes:
\n– Large Bay windows overlooking the Monash Sports grounds providing a perfect outlook of the grounds across to the Dandenongs
\n– Integrated Audio\/Visual System including a large wall mounted 70 inch TV – perfect for conference presentations.
\n– Inclusion of Male, Female and accessible toilets
\n– Inter-connecting doorway to the adjacent Martial Arts Hall to host larger scale events
\n– Fully carpeted for greater comfort
\n– Minor upgrades to the kitchenette area in fitting with the new environment
\nThe room is available to hire to all Monash University Staff and the public.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/h3>\n
Cool Motivation @ Swim Fit<\/h3>\n
\nSwim fit classes are a great way to improve cardio respiratory fitness and endurance. You\u2019ll also find it\u2019s a great all over body workout, increasing core strength and muscle tone in a non-impact environment. Our AUSTSWIM qualified instructors can also help you with your swimming stroke and technique.
\nAvailable to all Centre and Aquatic members, Swim Fit will add a new dimension to your health and fitness routine. Click here for more information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/h3>\n
TeamMONASH news<\/h2>\n
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<\/a>Participate in the annual Run for the Kids event!<\/h3>\n
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\nSince it began in 2005, Run for the kids has attracted more than 160,000 participants and raised more than $4.7 million for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal.
\nParticipants can select to compete in either the 5.5km run (Short Course) or the 15km run (Long Course). This is the third year running that TeamMONASH has supported this event.
\nYou can register by following the instructions here, or you can put your hand up to volunteer!
\nBe a part of a great day and a great cause and wear the TeamMONASH blue!<\/p>\n<\/a>Employee benefits and discounts<\/h2>\n
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Up to 50% off Peppers and Mantra Resorts
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<\/a>10% off Rydges, Art Series and QT Hotels & Resorts<\/h2>\n
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T Hotels & Resorts in Australia, New Zealand and the UK and receive:<\/p>\n\n
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<\/strong><\/a>iate and Saver Hospital cover,<\/li>\nTravelling soon? Discounted Virgin and Qantas lounge access<\/h3>\n
Free Comedy Club tickets<\/h3>\n
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eatre is offering Monash staff a great range of weekly offers, including complimentary tickets.<\/p>\nOther discounts available to staff<\/h3>\n
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Visit employee benefits and discounts for staff <\/a>for more information<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"