{"id":3667,"date":"2016-01-28T14:46:53","date_gmt":"2016-01-28T03:46:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/?p=3667"},"modified":"2016-01-29T16:15:14","modified_gmt":"2016-01-29T05:15:14","slug":"wellbeing-monash-and-monash-sport-newsletter-%e2%80%93-january-2016","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/2016\/01\/28\/wellbeing-monash-and-monash-sport-newsletter-%e2%80%93-january-2016\/","title":{"rendered":"Wellbeing @ Monash and Monash Sport newsletter \u2013 January 2016"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Browse the Timeout newsletter for information on what&#8217;s new in    Wellbeing at Monash.  Read about the latest Wellbeing and Monash Sport    events, services and  activities.<\/p>\n<p>For information about latest events, special offers, discounts, and    news, subscribe to the newsletter by emailing wellbeing@monash.edu<\/p>\n<p><strong>In the January edition:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-admin\/#wellbeing\"><strong>Wellbeing events and news<\/strong><\/a><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-admin\/#sport\">Monash Sport news and offers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-admin\/#teammonash\">TeamMONASH news<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-admin\/#discounts\"><strong>Employee benefits and discounts<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a name=\"wellbeing\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Wellbeing Events and News<\/h2>\n<h3><a name=\"SWAP\"><\/a>Get 2016 off to a great start and &#8220;SWAP&#8221; into one of our many <strong>activities<\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-3694\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2016\/01\/SWAP-Image-no-year.jpg\" alt=\"SWAP Image no year\" width=\"260\" height=\"149\" \/><\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;background: white\">Want to make a difference to your health in 2016?  Why not get the year off to a good start by getting a few of your colleagues together and registering for one of the many wellbeing activities available.<\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;background: white\">We have many fitness class like boxing, pilates, yoga or zumba at various campuses. All classes, costs and locations can be found <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu\/ohs\/health-and-wellbeing\/physical-health\/wellbeing-sessions\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;background: white\">With  30, 45, or 60 minute fitness classes priced from just $9.00, $10.00 or 11.00 per  person, why not organise a fitness class at a time and venue that suits you and your department by  emailing <a href=\"mailto:wellbeing@monash.edu\">wellbeing@monash.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left\"><a name=\"wellbeing1\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Monash University is now Smoke Free, so Quit for Free<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-3693\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2016\/01\/15P-1141-T2-Smoke-free-Monash-2016-Phase-2-powerpoint-final.jpg\" alt=\"15P-1141-T2---Smoke-free-Monash-2016-Phase-2-powerpoint-final\" width=\"221\" height=\"166\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Monash University is now smoke-free with smoking no longer permitted in buildings, grounds, vehicles on campus.\u00a0 Those wishing to smoke will be required to leave the boundaries of our campuses.\u00a0 For Clayton campus, these boundaries are Wellington Road, Normanby Road, Blackburn Road and Boundary Road.\u00a0 We also ask that smokers be respectful of our residential neighbours and keep in mind that they not smoke directly outside homes.\u00a0 Anyone seen smoking on campus will be asked to leave the campus to smoke and disciplinary processes will apply to staff who re-offend.<\/p>\n<p>To support our staff and students, Monash is offering fully funded Fresh Start QUIT programs at all campuses,.\u00a0 The Fresh Start QUIT programs run over four weeks, twice a week for one-hour.<\/p>\n<p>The Fresh Start program helps to boost confidence, as well as providing resources, strategies and information to staff about how to become, and remain, a non-smoker. To register for a program, click <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu\/ohs\/health-and-wellbeing\/smoke-free-monash\/quit-program\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Last year Kylie participated in the Monash Fresh Start Course and here is what she had to say:<\/p>\n<p><em>I  started smoking when I was 16 years old due to peer pressure. It seemed  the cool thing to do, but recently, as I was approaching my 40th  birthday, I decided it was time for things to change. It was costing far  too much and I could see my health was not the best.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Monash Uni  Quit program gave me the head start I needed. It showed me why I was  smoking and gave my the tools I needed to start quitting. I found the  program to be extremely beneifical and would recommend it to anyone that  is thinking of quitting smoking to give it a go.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>I have now been  smoke free for 5 months and run 5km most days. I feel much healthier,  have more energy and my bank balance loves it too. Quitting has its  challenges but one thing the Quit program taught me is &#8221; to never give  up on giving up&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"wellbeing2\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Host an <span style=\"color: #249292\"><strong>&#8216;Afternoon Teal&#8217; <\/strong><\/span>Party in February and Raise Money for Ovarian Cancer<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-2912\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2015\/02\/AT.jpg\" alt=\"AT\" width=\"263\" height=\"79\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Why  not bake your favourite cake, brew a pot of tea and host an <span style=\"color: #249292\"><strong>&#8216;Afternoon Teal&#8217; <\/strong><\/span>party to raise funds for a great cause! February is <a href=\"https:\/\/ovariancancer.net.au\/\">Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month<\/a>, aimed at raising awareness of the symptoms, risks and impacts  of ovarian cancer. Your <span style=\"color: #249292\"><strong>&#8216;Afternoon Teal&#8217; <\/strong><\/span>party will be one of many aimed at raising $500,000 to support work in ovarian cancer awareness, advocacy and research.  To register and plan your <span style=\"color: #249292\"><strong>&#8216;Afternoon Teal&#8217;<\/strong><\/span> click <a href=\"https:\/\/ovariancancer.net.au\/afternoonteal\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left\">Healthy Fruit Boxes for your office and meetings<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">At Monash we  encourag<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-2873\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2015\/01\/FruitAddicts-fruit-box.jpg\" alt=\"FruitAddicts fruit box\" width=\"180\" height=\"142\" \/>e  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 or replace the existing biscuits in your staff  room, with fruit.  All new customers will enjoy  50% off their first month&#8217;s fruit delivery!<\/p>\n<p>With free delivery to Monash campuses and 10% discount off the  following prices, this is a great healthy alternative.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Box of 30 fruit pieces $28<\/li>\n<li>Box of 45 fruit pieces $38<\/li>\n<li>Box of 60 fruit pieces $48<\/li>\n<li>Box of 90 fruit pieces $68<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To order contact Steve at <a href=\"http:\/\/fruitaddicts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">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<h3><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em><a name=\"wellbeing6\"><\/a><\/em><\/span><\/em><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em><a name=\"wellbeing6\"><\/a><\/em><\/span><\/em><\/span>Commuting your way to health in 2016 <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-2869\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2015\/01\/Sustainable-Transport_V3.jpg\" alt=\"Sustainable Transport_V3\" width=\"170\" height=\"134\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>How do you travel to uni? Do you take the bus or the train? Perhaps you bike or walk.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever the case, your choice of  transport could make a real difference to your health.<\/p>\n<p>According to a recent Melbourne study, your health is affected not just by how you commute, but from where.<\/p>\n<p>People who used public transport, or drove to the station or bus, they got about half an hour a day incidental exercise, whilst people who walked to the station or the bus, train, or tram, got about 41 minutes a day.  Walkers and cyclists, averaged about 38 minutes a day.<\/p>\n<p>So next time you\u2019re thinking about hopping in your car to get to work, why not walk, ride or take public transport and commute your way to a healthier lifestyle!<br \/>\n<a name=\"wellbeing3\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-1608\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2012\/11\/mental-health-relaxing.jpg\" alt=\"mental health relaxing\" width=\"131\" height=\"132\" \/>Mindfulness for wellbeing, resilience and performance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em><a name=\"wellbeing6\"><\/a><\/em><\/span>For staff:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em> <\/em><\/span>Register to take part in a 3.5 hour Mindfulness Workshop through. The workshop will explore:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>the science, principles and practice of mindfulness<\/li>\n<li>its applications in areas including wellbeing, mental health, and resilience<\/li>\n<li>its role in leadership development<\/li>\n<li>the capacity of mindfulness to enhance information processing, decision making and performance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monash.edu\/staff-development\/learning-activities\/working-monash\/mindfulness-staff\">Register online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em><a name=\"wellbeing7\"><\/a><strong>For Supervisors:<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>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, to assist in the embedding of the mindfulness practice.<\/p>\n<p>The mindfulness program for supervisors is available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monash.edu\/staff-development\/learning-activities\/working-monash\/mindfulness-supr\">online.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Up to one in 10 Australian women will experience depression during  pregnancy. This increases to one in seven in the year following birth.  Anxiety is thought to be even more common. We can all play a vital role  in supporting expecting and new parents.<\/p>\n<p>Other programs available include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monash.edu\/staff-development\/learning-activities\/working-monash\/safetalk\">Safetalk<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monash.edu\/staff-development\/learning-activities\/occupational-health\/mental-health-firstaid\">Mental Health First Aid Training<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a name=\"sp1\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Monash Sport News, Events and Offers<\/h2>\n<h3>New Year, New Improvements<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/gallery.mailchimp.com\/8109138b3854af10c59207d0e\/images\/4c58f912-5046-4ef0-9f6d-ff14abdc9f9c.jpg\" alt=\"FruitAddicts fruit box\" width=\"323\" height=\"133\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 15.21px\">We&#8217;ve been busy over the December and New Year break, making things better for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 15.21px\">Floor replacements, new equipment and fresh coats of paint are only some of the refurbishments implemented over our closedown period to make your experience at Monash Sport more enjoyable. Any member using Fitness Centres across all campuses in 2016 can enjoy these improvements, <a href=\"http:\/\/monash-sport-lifestyle.blogspot.com.au\/2016\/01\/holiday-refurbisments.html\">click here to check out what&#8217;s new at your campus!<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"sp2\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/gallery.mailchimp.com\/8109138b3854af10c59207d0e\/images\/e0e92545-f21f-4476-aed8-2a2a5c9486e4.jpg\" alt=\"FruitAddicts fruit box\" width=\"180\" height=\"198\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Set Those New Year Goals<\/h3>\n<p>See our tips for achieving those new year resolutions<a href=\"http:\/\/monash-sport-lifestyle.blogspot.com.au\/2016\/01\/new-years-resolutions-set-right-goals.html\"> here<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"sp3\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Semester 1 Group Fitness Timetable &#8211; coming soon!<\/h3>\n<p>The Semester 1 Group Fitness Timetable is starting on Monday 22 February.<\/p>\n<p>With all your old favourites as well as brand new classes, there is something for everyone on the new timetable. Keep an eye out around the centre and on our website for the new timetable.<\/p>\n<p>Group Fitness classes at all campuses are included in all Fitness and Fitness + Aquatic memberships. Not a member? <a href=\"http:\/\/intranet.monash.edu.au\/sport\/\" target=\"_blank\">Join today!<\/a> Monash University Staff get a discounted rate.<\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"sp4\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Semester 1 Social Sport Registrations Open Soon!<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"><span style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"><span style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\">Social Sport registrations will open 1 February.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"><span style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"> Social Sport is a great way for Monash University Staff to stay fit, active and healthy at work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"><span style=\"font-size: 13px\"><strong>We offer the following competitions:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"> Women&#8217;s and Mixed Netball<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"> Indoor Soccer<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"> Open and Mixed Basketball<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"> Badminton<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"> and Dodgeball!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\"><span style=\"font-size: 13px;font-weight: normal\">For more information, <a href=\"http:\/\/monash.edu\/sport\/social-sport\/faqs\/\" target=\"_blank\">please read our FAQ&#8217;s<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"sp5\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Just Add Swimming in 2016!<\/h3>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/gallery.mailchimp.com\/8109138b3854af10c59207d0e\/images\/91740198-3aab-4d2e-97a7-7240ab3d5ffb.jpg\" alt=\"FruitAddicts fruit box\" width=\"329\" height=\"176\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Swimming is not just something you can do every summer at the beach, the Doug Ellis Swimming Pool at Clayton campus has lanes available where you can swim regularly and stay fit! There are also Adult Learn to Swim classes for those who need practice. Learn more about the benefits of swimming <a href=\"http:\/\/monash-sport-lifestyle.blogspot.com.au\/2016\/01\/just-add-swimming-in-2016.html\">learn more about the benefits of swimming here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Be The Hot Shot In Your Office<\/h3>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-qu9FGIlyQbs\/Vkpw02fkf4I\/AAAAAAAABfI\/I6-OswJYC20\/s400\/IMG_2489.JPG\" alt=\"FruitAddicts fruit box\" width=\"329\" height=\"176\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>With a lot of tennis happening in Melbourne this month, there&#8217;s no better time than now to try out our newly refurbished tennis courts! Try our Tennis Happy Hour: Hire a court for only $2 an hour, 12-2pm Monday &#8211; Friday. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monash.edu\/sport\/bookings\/happy-hour\">See here for more details<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Our Latest Tutorial Video &#8211; Sand Bag Training with Josh<\/h3>\n<p>Our newest tutorial video is about why sand bag training can be a great alternative from pin-loaded machines, featuring Health and Fitness Instructor Josh. <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/9VqcLWNbK4s\">View the video here.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/9VqcLWNbK4s\">https:\/\/youtu.be\/9VqcLWNbK4s<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3>Get a free lesson in our high quality Learn to Swim and Water Safety Program!<\/h3>\n<p>For a limited time, new participants enrolling into Term 1 of the Monash Sport Learn to Swim &amp; Water Safety Program will receive 1 free swimming lesson! Simply download and complete the voucher on our website and return it to the Aquatic Service Desk for redemption.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu\/sport\/aquatics\/learn-to-swim\">View the video here.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Monash Sport Activewear!<\/h3>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-wmGoC7Gqopo\/VqVuoRwzjqI\/AAAAAAAABk4\/1xiW_YWancc\/s320\/Screen%2BShot%2B2016-01-25%2Bat%2B10.15.16%2Bam.png\" alt=\"FruitAddicts fruit box\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>We have new merchandise on sale now!<span style=\"font-weight: normal;font-size: 1.17em\">Singlets, t-shirts, shorts, gym bags, towels, drink bottles and hoodies  are all available from the Monash Sport Clayton Service Desk. Members  can have a 10% discount on all apparel items, make sure you don&#8217;t miss  out!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: normal\"> &#8211; Singlets $25<br \/>\n&#8211; T-Shirts $25<br \/>\n&#8211; Shorts $35<br \/>\n&#8211; Gym Bags $30<br \/>\n&#8211; Towels $10<br \/>\n&#8211; Drink Bottles $14<br \/>\n&#8211; Hoodies $55<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#8211;<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"tm1\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">TeamMONASH News<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Support those living with Multiple Sclerosis with TeamMONASH<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Join in the annual MS Melbourne Cycle on Sunday 6 March. Whether you choose the 30km, 50km of family friendly 7km course, you&#8217;ll ride through Docklands, experience the spectacular views over the West Gate Bridge and cross the finish line with a buzz at Flemington Racecourse. Let\u2019s get together and help raise money to support the Royal Children\u2019s Hospital. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu\/teammonash\/participation\/ms-melbourne-cycle\">Event and registration details.<\/a><\/p>\n<div>\n<h3><a name=\"tmgolf\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Support the Royal Children\u2019s Hospital with TeamMONASH<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/scontent-syd1-1.xx.fbcdn.net\/hphotos-xtp1\/v\/t1.0-9\/11002648_857387650993747_5553695701445848054_n.jpg?oh=1dad803dcbcdade7aa1fec476629020e&amp;oe=573885C2\" alt=\"FruitAddicts fruit box\" width=\"346\" height=\"230\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Join in the annual Run for the Kids on Sunday 20 March. You can choose the 5.4km course or challenge yourself to the 15.5km course. Not a runner? Doesn\u2019t matter, you can still be part of the event by volunteering with TeamMONASH. Let\u2019s get together and help raise money to support the Royal Children\u2019s Hospital.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/monash.edu\/teammonash\/participation\/run-for-the-kids.html\">Event and registration details<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"tm2\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Volunteer with TeamMONASH!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The TeamMONASH Support Crew is a group of volunteers who assist in ensuring that our events and programs run smoothly. It&#8217;s a great way to get involved, develop skills, make new friends, and have lots of fun. Volunteer roles include event admin and logistics, being a member of the TeamMONASH cheer squad and much more. All valued members of our support crew receive training, an official TeamMONASH Support Crew T-shirt, a certificate and an opportunity to develop skills.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu\/teammonash\/participation\/support-crew\">Find out more here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"tm3\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Support Monash as we take on the University of Melbourne!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/scontent-syd1-1.xx.fbcdn.net\/hphotos-xaf1\/v\/t1.0-9\/1901795_847447011987811_8386172336802070249_n.jpg?oh=9d9b710d2a7f66342395dd00eb18c22d&amp;oe=57346C87\" alt=\"FruitAddicts fruit box\" width=\"346\" height=\"230\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Join a team or come and support your fellow students as Monash takes on the University of Melbourne in the annual Varsity Challenge. The Melbourne V Monash Varsity Challenge was established in 2014, drawing on a long rivalry between the two universities. The University of Melbourne and Monash University are the two top sporting Universities in Victoria, come and be a part of the fun on Wednesday April 13 at the University of Melbourne, or Wednesday 20 April at Monash University Clayton Campus.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu\/teammonash\/representation\/varsity-challenge\">Find out more here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Get moving to help find a cure for breast cancer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Breast cancer strikes one in nine Australian women. The Mother&#8217;s Day Classic, held on Sunday 8 May, is the biggest community fundraising event for breast cancer in Australia. We\u2019d like to invite you to join TeamMONASH in raising funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Participate in the walk\/run or volunteer and be a member of the support crew.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/monash.edu\/teammonash\/participation\/mdc.html\">Event details and registration<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Get involved in Inter &#8211; University Sport!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Inter university sport gives you the chance to represent Monash against other universities. Join TeamMONASH as you pull on the Monash blue at a huge range of events including the Australian University Games, Southern University Games, Uni Battle, Indigenous Games and Australian University Championships. All inter university sport competition is sanctioned by\u00a0Australian University Sport (AUS), the peak governing body of university sport in Australia and currently has 41 members, representing more than one million students.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu\/teammonash\/representation\/sports\">Find out more here.<\/a><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu\/teammonash\/volunteering\/staff-volunteering.html\" target=\"_blank\">See our website for more information.<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"discount1\"><\/a> Employee benefits and discounts<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Monash staff have access to a great range  of employee   benefits and discounts including accommodation, travel,  travel   insurance, airport parking and car hire and plenty more.  Read  more   information in the range of <a href=\"http:\/\/monash.edu\/ohs\/wellbeing\/staff-discounts.html\">employee benefits and staff discounts<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2014\/03\/medibanksmall.jpg\" alt=\"medibanksmall\" width=\"157\" height=\"50\" \/><\/h3>\n<div>\n<h3><a name=\"discount2\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Join Medibank !<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Join Medibank Corporate Hospital and Extras by February 22, 2016 and we\u2019ll waive the 2 and 6 month waiting periods on extras.<\/strong> Plus, the Monash University corporate discount of 7% means you can  enjoy better health at a better price.\u00a0  You can also use your extras your way with a combined annual limit you  can use the included extras however you want. So if you need more  physio, use it all on physio \u2013 it\u2019s there for what you need. Claim  anywhere on included extras at any recognised provider  and get 100% back on eligible optical items, up to your annual limit.\u00a0  For more information or to join, go to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.corporate.medibank.com.au\/monashuni\" target=\"_blank\">www.corporate.medibank.com.au\/monashuni<\/a> or call\u00a0 131 680.Introducing\u00a0GymBetter\u00a0&#8211; as a Corporate hospitals &amp; extras member, you have access any participating Fitness First, Anytime Fitness or GoodLife health club for only $8.50 per gym visit nationwide. With no contracts and no joining fees, a Medibank Corporate membership will be the only gym membership you\u2019ll need, Simply visit the Apple App store (for iPhone) or\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/gymbetter.com.au\" target=\"_blank\">gymbetter.com.au<\/a> (for Android Smartphones).<\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"discount2\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Join BUPA and enjoy the benefits<\/h3>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2014\/04\/bupa-logo.jpg\" alt=\"bupa-logo\" width=\"106\" height=\"106\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bupa.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bupa <\/a> provides staff access to the  Monash Corporate Health Insurance Plan, with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> A suite of health cover options  not available to the general public<\/li>\n<li>Competitive premiums<\/li>\n<li>No GAP optical packages\n<ul>\n<li>No GAP physio and dental for kids<\/li>\n<li>Switching from another fund is easy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>A single room or your money back # conditions apply<\/li>\n<li>Your premiums paid through direct debit\/credit card*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For pricing and detailed information:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/corporate.bupa.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\"> BUPA Corporate webpage<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> <strong>Username:<\/strong> monashunibupa<\/li>\n<li> <strong>Password:<\/strong> healthplan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Or see <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/bupa-corporate-cover.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"> Cover for Corporate (pdf 3Mb)<\/a>,  for more information about benefits see the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/bupa-benefits-guide.pdf\">Corporate Benefits Guide (pdf 388kb).<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"discount3\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Join the Travel club<\/h3>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2014\/03\/travelclublogo.JPG\" alt=\"travelclublogo\" width=\"187\" height=\"73\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Travel Club<\/strong> is a private leisure club which gives you access to    amazing holiday deals and discounts to destinations all over the world.    Backed by the global Flight Centre Travel Group, Travel Club offers    Monash University staff access to the best deals together with a    dedicated, highly experienced consultant.As a member of Travel Club you will have access to specially negotiated holidays, products and services tailor-made for you.<\/p>\n<p>And, as a bonus, all Monash University staff who <a href=\"http:\/\/fctravelclub.com.au\/user\/register\/monash\">register<\/a> will receive a $50 gift voucher upfront, and one every year after that,    to put toward their next holiday*. With Travel Club&#8217;s &#8220;Price Promise&#8221;    you can be sure you&#8217;re getting the very best price, Travel club will    beat any available quote you find*, that&#8217;s how committed they are to    ensuring you have the best value experience every time you travel.<\/p>\n<p>So register today and start planning your next trip.   *Terms and Conditions apply.<\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"discount4\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>10% off Rydges, Art Series and QT Hotels &amp; Resorts<\/h3>\n<p>Enter the Monash Corporate ID at 40 Rydges, Art Series and QT Hotels   &amp; Resorts in Australia, New Zealand and the UK and receive:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>10% off all your accommodation bookings<\/li>\n<li>Best rates online guaranteed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To start saving:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Visit any of the hotel websites and select your preferred location and stay dates<\/li>\n<li>Enter the Monash Corporate ID: PC102298 in the text box and save 10% off the best rates<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Travelling soon? Discounted Virgin and Qantas lounge access<\/h3>\n<p>Sign up for a discounted airport lounge membership Virgin and enjoy the benefits!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/intranet.monash.edu.au\/finance\/purchase-to-payment\/strategic-procurement\/travel\/airlinememberships\/index.html\">Virgin Australia lounge corporate memberships<\/a> offer a special price of $200 per year with a $100 joining fee.<\/p>\n<p>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/monash.edu\/ohs\/wellbeing\/staff-discounts.html\">Airport Lounge discounts <\/a>for more information.<\/p>\n<h3>Other discounts available to staff<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Andrew&#8217;s Airport Parking &#8211; 20% discount for staff, 15% for family<\/li>\n<li>Avis car hire &#8211; reduced excess and 3rd day of weekend rentals free<\/li>\n<li>BUPA Optical &#8211; 20% off sunglasses and lenses<\/li>\n<li>BMW &amp; Mini Corporate Program &#8211; complimentary scheduled servicing    for 4 years \/ 60,000km, use of a BMW during scheduled servicing,    corporate pricing, reduced dealer delivery charges<\/li>\n<li>Lite n&#8217; Easy &#8211; 7 day meal pack discount<\/li>\n<li>Monash Commuter Club, 10% discount on Myki<\/li>\n<li>Travel insurance &#8211; special rates for staff<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/staff-discounts.html\">employee benefits and discounts for staff <\/a>for more information<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left\"><a name=\"wellbeing1\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Browse the Timeout newsletter for information on what&#8217;s new in Wellbeing at Monash. 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