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- Wellbeing events and news<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
- Monash Sport news and offers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- TeamMONASH news<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Employee benefits and discounts<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a>Do you think you can grow a great MO this Movember?
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<\/a><\/h3>\nJoin the unified\u00a0Monash Movember team<\/a>\u00a0and help raise funds to address some of the biggest health issues faced by men: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health and suicide prevention. \u00a0This year we are joining forces with groups such as TeamMonash and Monashstaff\u00a0 as they aim to get 40 staff onboard to reach a target of $5,000 in donations !\u00a0 All donations big or small can help with this great cause.\u00a0 To join or donate to the Monash Movember team click\u00a0here\u00a0<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/a> It’s here…The Monash 10,000 Steps Challenge kicks off\u00a0
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<\/a><\/h3>\nAre you ready? The 2017 Monash 10,000 Steps Challenge is off and running in a virtual race covering 50 amazing locations. Starting in Italy this week, the 2017 challenge will run for 42 days and journey through Europe, the United States and Africa, for those who can get that far.<\/p>\n
With 444 teams, and 2220 participants, the challenge is on.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 We’ll also be having a different focus each week during the challenge.\u00a0 This week is all about being connected, so get together with your family and friends and take the time to enjoy the great weather while getting healthier too!<\/p>\n
Don’t forget to log your steps daily at the Stepathlon<\/a> site, to stay connected to the leaderboards!<\/p>\n
<\/a> Don’t worry…be happy!<\/h3>\n
Next week, as part of the 10,000 steps challenge focus on physical activity, we will be hosting a seminar and webinar for all staff aimed at teaching you how to use exercise to relax and stop worrying.<\/p>\n
The seminar\/webinar titled How to relax and stop worrying, <\/em>will:
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- Explore some fundamental facts about worry and stress<\/li>\n
- Help you understand the positive and negative aspects of worrying<\/li>\n
- Identify physical and mental relaxation techniques that will work for you<\/li>\n
- Give you practical tips and strategies to reduce worrying and increase relaxation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The session is free to join and details are available here<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>Introduction to Mindfulness -Webinar and Seminar!<\/h3>\n
Craig Hassed, will be delivering a Introduction to Mindfulness seminar this November.
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<\/a><\/p>\nMindfulness involves a series of simple meditative practices and cognitive strategies to help change unproductive thought and behaviour patterns. Mindfulness can also be described as an attitude to living and may enhance:<\/p>\n
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- stress management<\/li>\n
- work and study performance<\/li>\n
- contentment, peace of mind and balance<\/li>\n
- relationships at home and work<\/li>\n
- concentration and focus in the moment<\/li>\n
- resilience<\/li>\n
- physical and emotional health<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The date of the seminar\/webinar is 10th of November at 11:00am. To register click here<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>Food as Medicine
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<\/a><\/h3>\nExplore the role of food in health and how to apply nutrition science to guide you on using food as medicine for you and your\u00a0family.<\/p>\n
Be Active Sleep Eat (BASE) has developed a\u00a0three week online course applying food as medicine.\u00a0This course will have broad general interest appeal to everyone interested in food, nutrition and health. But it will be of particular interest to healthcare professionals who are looking to have more evidenced-based information, to assist them in providing food-based recommendations to their patients.<\/p>\n
Details of the program are here<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>Monash White Ribbon Day- November 25th
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<\/a><\/h3>\nThe 25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, also known as White Ribbon Day.<\/p>\n
This year, we’re supporting you with our STOP Kit, providing you with the knowledge and skills to help prevent violence against women, whilst still keeping yourself safe.<\/p>\n
Start by taking the Oath<\/a> in Preventing Violence Against Women and see how you can make a change<\/p>\n
<\/a>\u00a0Getting your life balanced- Seminar and Webinar
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<\/a><\/h3>\nDavidson Traharie Corpsych (DTC) is Monash’s Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) and will be delivering a presentation on getting your life balanced.<\/p>\n
The seminar will discuss the following topics:<\/p>\n
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- Understand balance, one dominate area in life creates risk<\/li>\n
- How to recognise imbalance and create balanced thinking<\/li>\n
- Understand your personality<\/li>\n
- Goal setting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The session is free to join and is open to all Monash staff, here<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>The Lancet Features the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World
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<\/a><\/h3>\nWe all know smoking is bad for our health.\u00a0 By going smoke-free, Monash is supporting the health of its students, staff, contractors and visitors.\u00a0\u00a0There is clear evidence to show that smoke-free environments increase the rate of quitting and reduce the amount of people taking up smoking.\u00a0\u00a0 The effects of smoking are well documented with more than 7 million deaths per year attributable to smoking, and projections suggesting 1 billion deaths this century.1<\/sup>\u00a0\u00a0 For the full story, click here<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>Mental Health and Wellbeing
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<\/a><\/h3>\n\nSafeTALK\u00a0<\/b>is a half-day alertness workshop that prepares anyone, regardless of experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper.<\/div>\n<\/div>\nParkville \u2013 Friday 10 December<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRegister via\u00a0MyDevelopment<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/a> Mental Health First Aid<\/h3>\n
Mental Health First Aid\u00a0is a two-day workshop to equip you with a range of skills and strategies to provide help to someone experiencing a mental health issue.\u00a0 This is an internationally recognised program, and upon completing the training successfully you will receive a certificate of accreditation for 3 years.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Peninsula – Thursday 26th & Friday 27th October<\/div>\nParkville – Thursday 9th & Friday 10th November<\/div>\nClayton – Thursday 16 & Thursday 23 November<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRegister via\u00a0MyDevelopment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/p>\n
<\/a>Maintaining a Mindful Life<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
This course is for anyone looking to learn and apply mindfulness techniques. You don\u2019t need any past experience but learners with some experience will appreciate additional material that explores other aspects of mindfulness.<\/div>\n<\/div>\nStarting on the 13th of November for for four weeks, register here\u00a0<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/a>Monash Sport News, Events and Offers<\/h2>\n
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<\/h3>\n<\/div>\nMS 24 Hour Mega Swim: Event Wrap Up<\/h3>\n
Over the first weekend of October, our annual MS MegaSwim successfully kicked off. 152 participants across 11 teams swam for 24 hours, raising over $18,000 in support of patients living with multiple sclerosis. Not only this, the event has generated public awareness, understanding and encourage community action. Read our blog for the event recap.<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>Deadlift Technique Workshop at Clayton<\/h3>\n
The team at the Clayton campus held their very first series of technique workshops which were designed to cater to the increased popularity of deadlifting. Over the course of three days, Health and Fitness Instructor Martin was able to teach members the proper technique of the deadlift and communicate common errors. Read about our technique workshop here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
<\/a>Halloween Group Fitness Classes
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<\/a><\/h3>\nOn October 31st, Monash Sport is celebrating Halloween with our Group Fitness classes. The celebration is happening across all campuses, in all Group Fitness classes throughout the day. Come along to any of our classes dressed in your spookiest outfit for an unearthly experience!<\/p>\n
October’s Monthly Personal Challenges<\/h3>\n
In October, we have a range of personal challenges for our members.<\/p>\n
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- 1min Time Trial \u2013 Burpees<\/li>\n
- 45sec Time Trial \u2013 Ropes<\/li>\n
- 1km Time Trial – Treadmill<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The challenges all have\u00a0instructional videos\u00a0available for them, so take a look and get involved.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n
Run Monash Launches at Caulfield<\/h3>\n
Following on from the amazing success of the Run Monash at Clayton campus, we are pleased to announce that Run Monash Caulfield will be launching on Monday October 23 at 6pm. We welcome runners of all ages and abilities (including those who may have a disability), backgrounds and experience. Read more about our new program here<\/a><\/p>\n
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<\/a>TeamMONASH News<\/h2>\n
Jessica Au, Monash Football’s Finest
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<\/h3>\nMonash University\u2019s own Jessica Au is a rare breed, someone who thrives under the glare of bright lights. Jessica is not only an elite soccer player, but also undertaking her Medicine degree… more information.<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n
\nUniversity Games Event Wrap Up<\/h3>\n
The annual Australian Uni Games concluded on a strong note. This year, over 500 athletes competed in the Australian Uni games …more information.<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>Employee benefits and discounts<\/h2>\n
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 employee benefits and staff discounts<\/a><\/p>\n
\n<\/a>RACV Bike Assist
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<\/a><\/h2>\nRACV are delighted to offer all Monash students and staff 50% off RACV Bike Assist.<\/p>\n
Whether it\u2019s an accident, mechanical issue, puncture or even exhaustion, RACV Bike Assist will come to your aid. In the case of a puncture, an RACV Service Provider will be despatched to get you going again. For everything else, we\u2019ll organise and pay for a Maxi Taxi to take you and your bike to a destination of your choice. (Taxi ride covered up to $50 per incident.) An annual subscription gives you up to 8 call-outs a year so you can go riding anytime and know you\u2019re covered.<\/p>\n
Monash Students and Staff receive a 50% discount on their first year of RACV Bike Assist.<\/p>\n
Using promo code: MONASH50<\/p>\n
For further information or to claim this offer please visit\u00a0RACV Bike Assist<\/a>\u00a0or by calling RACV on 13 72 28.<\/p>\n
AdiCentre, 40% OFF RRP (Exclusions Apply)
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<\/h3>\nThis offer extends to Family and Friends of your company and can be used as frequently as one wishes between Monday 2 nd\u00a0 October 2017 till Saturday 28th October 2017, and we therefore we\u00a0 look forward to seeing everyone in-store.<\/p>\n
Please ensure that an appointment is made prior to visiting the store (details on the attached invite<\/a>) and that you quote your company\/business name when making an appointment.<\/p>\n
** If anyone wishes to purchase via our online platform (www.adidas.com.au) whilst in-store, they must have registered and created an \u2018Account\u2019 and placed items in their \u2018Shopping Bag\u2019 prior to\u00a0 attending adiCentre so as to promote an efficient shopping experience for all of our valued corporate customers.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Novated Lease<\/h3>\n
Are you in the market for a new car? Need help getting rid of your old one, our novated lease providers are here to help.<\/p>\n
Purchase a new car or second hand car (subject to approval) and salary package through our novated lease providers:<\/p>\n
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- Custom Fleet<\/a><\/li>\n
- Nlc<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Novated Leasing can offer many benefits for staff:<\/p>\n
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- A Novated Lease may be both cost and tax effective. Your salary packaged vehicle costs are paid from your pre-tax income. Paying with pre-tax dollars means that you enjoy a lower rate of tax on the benefit than if you were to pay for the running costs of the vehicle using after tax income.<\/li>\n
- Freedom to select the vehicle of your choice.<\/li>\n
- Lease repayments are fixed for the term of the lease.<\/li>\n
- You can select flexible lease terms from 12 to 60 months (one to five years).<\/li>\n
- Under a Novated Lease, the financier applies an Input Tax Credit (ITC) to remove the GST from the amount financed. This means that your repayments will be lower as you finance a reduced, GST-exclusive amount.<\/li>\n
- Under a salary packaging arrangement all finance and operating costs for the vehicle are known as a “related benefit” and are GST and income tax-exempt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Further information about our novated lease procedure can be found\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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- Nlc<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Custom Fleet<\/a><\/li>\n
- Monash Sport news and offers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n