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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<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a>Get 2018 off to a great start and “SWAP” into one of our many activities
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<\/a><\/h3>\nWant to make a difference to your health in 2018? 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
We had a great year with our SWAP classes last year and to ensure we meet the increased demand for programs, we are now offering an extensive range of fitness classes like boxing, learn to swim, high intensity interval training, pilates, yoga and zumba and others..\u00a0\u00a0 All details regarding classes, costs and locations can be found\u00a0here.<\/a><\/p>\n
Don’t forget, if you would like to organise a SWAP class for your department at a time and venue that suits you, simply complete the form on our\u00a0website<\/a> and we’ll get back to you.<\/p>\n
Note: Registrations on programs at Clayton campus will open on Thursday 1st of February<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n
<\/a>Host an\u00a0‘Afternoon Teal’\u00a0<\/span>Party in February and Raise Money for Ovarian Cancer
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<\/h3>\nWhy not bake your favourite cake, brew a pot of tea and host an\u00a0‘Afternoon Teal’\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>party to raise funds for a great cause! February is\u00a0Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month<\/a>, aimed at raising awareness of the symptoms, risks and impacts of ovarian cancer. Your\u00a0‘Afternoon Teal’\u00a0<\/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\u00a0‘Afternoon Teal’<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0click\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/a>\u00a0Responding to disclosures of\u00a0sexual<\/span>\u00a0assault training<\/h3>\n
The newly established Respectful Communities Unit and Monash Counselling Services are inviting all staff and student leaders to attend a training session on responding to sexual assault disclosures.\u00a0 The session will be facilitated by the South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault (SECASA) and will provide staff and students with a greater understanding of how they can:<\/p>\n
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- recognise why it may be difficult for survivors to come forward;<\/li>\n
- respond to a disclosure empathetically;<\/li>\n
- ensure an appropriate response that does not further traumatise or harm the survivor;<\/li>\n
- know their obligations around confidentiality; and<\/li>\n
- understand how to manage their own response to hearing disclosures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Monash has committed to take action<\/a> on all of the nine recommendations made in the Australian Human Rights Commission\u2019s \u2018Change the Course\u2019 report<\/a> on sexual assault and sexual harassment at Australian Universities. These training sessions are just one of the many actions we are taking to help ensure our campuses are communities of respect.<\/p>\n
The training will be held at the Clayton, Caulfield and Peninsula campuses. To register for the relevant campus simply click here<\/a> . Those who are unable to attend any of the sessions listed above are encouraged to register their interest for future sessions here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the Respectful Communities Unit at respect.now.always@monash.edu<\/p>\n
<\/a>\u00a0World Cancer Day- 4th of February
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<\/a><\/h3>\nWorld Cancer Day unites the world\u2019s population in the fight against cancer. \u00a0It aims to save millions of preventable deaths each year by raising awareness and education about the disease, pressing governments and individuals across the world to take action. Why World Cancer Day is important<\/p>\n
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- Currently, 8.2 million people die from cancer worldwide every year, out of which, 4 million people die prematurely (aged 30 to 69 years)<\/li>\n
- World Cancer Day is the ideal opportunity to spread the word and raise the profile of cancer in people\u2019s minds and in the world\u2019s media<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Show your support this February 4th and see how you can\u00a0get involved<\/a>\u00a0this year\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a><\/em><\/span>Commuting your way to health in 2018
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<\/h3>\nHow do you travel to uni? Do you take the bus or the train? Perhaps you bike or walk. Whatever the case, your choice of transport could make a real difference to your health. According to a recent Melbourne study, your health is affected not just by how you commute, but from where. 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. 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!\u00a0 See our\u00a0sustainable transport<\/a>\u00a0page for ideas.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Donate your old eye glasses to someone who needs them
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<\/span><\/h3>\nDo you have old eye glasses sitting in your desk draw? Well why not donate them to someone who needs them?\u00a0<\/span>Wellbeing@Monash is now collecting used eye glasses for the Lions Recycle For Sight Program.\u00a0<\/span>Send your unwanted eye glasses via internal mail to Wellbeing@Monash \u2013 OHS, 1st Floor, 30 Research Way, Clayton.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Free\u00a0Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak\u00a0Performance online course
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<\/a><\/h3>\nLearn mindfulness techniques to reduce stress and improve your wellbeing and work\/study performance in this free online\u00a0course.\u00a0Research shows that when you\u2019re not deliberately paying attention to something, your brain goes into default mode causing increased anxiety and poor communication. Mindfulness can help end this unproductive behaviour. In this online course, you\u2019ll learn how to incorporate mindfulness practices into your life, to reduce stress and improve your personal and professional life.<\/p>\n
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- Date: 5th of February<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 4 weeks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
To register for this course click here<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>\u00a0FreeFood as Medicine online course
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<\/a><\/h3>\nThis course introduces the concept of food as medicine. You will explore how food can be important both in preventative health and as an aid in the management of certain chronic diseases today, in the past and in the future. You will also learn about what\u2019s in food that gives it the potential to improve our health and how to recognise which types of foods are essential for health and wellbeing, and how food can play an important role in treating\/preventing disease.<\/div>\n- \n
- Course duration:\u00a0 3 weeks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nTo register for this course click here<\/a><\/div>\n\n
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\n<\/a>Monash Sport News, Events and Offers<\/h2>\n
Equipment and Locker Upgrade at Monash Sport Clayton Fitness Centre
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<\/h3>\nAs part of our commitment to continued improvement, the recent closedown period saw a variety of upgrades\/additions to the Clayton Fitness Centre. These improvements to the training space includes:<\/p>\n
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- Lifting Platforms<\/li>\n
- Deadballs<\/li>\n
- Olympic Bars<\/li>\n
- Assessment Room Refurbishment<\/li>\n
- Wall repaint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Along with these equipment upgrades, we also renewed our lockers to ensure that our members have confidence that their belongings are safe during their time at Monash Sport. The new locks are now operated via a personal 4 digit pin code as opposed to the old key \/ coin system. Students and staff can also access the lockers with their student \/ staff card. Community members can use any card with an RFID chip (e.g. myki card).<\/p>\n
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<\/h3>\nWe hope you enjoy these enhancements as we look forward to further improving our facility in 2018.<\/p>\n
Mega Swim Early Bird Discount<\/h3>\n
The Monash MS 24 Hour Mega Swim is back in 2018! We have a special $24 for 48 hours offer starting 12pm 31st Jan \u2013 12pm 2nd Feb<\/strong><\/em>!! Make sure you register to save money.<\/p>\n
Whether you see Ian Thorpe when you catch a glimpse of your reflection in the water, or you’re more of a casual swimmer – we’ve got you covered. Open to all abilities, this fun team event raises funds for people living with multiple sclerosis.<\/p>\n
Join us at Monash University \u2013 Doug Ellis Swimming Pool on 6th \u2013 7th October. For more information and to register, please visit www.msmegaswim.org.au<\/a><\/p>\n
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Sumo Salad Summer Special<\/h3>\n
The latest Sumo Salad\u2019s Summer of Flex is here! Continuing their Flexitarian theme, Sumo is bringing you four fresh new salads and the brand new sweet cocoa Power Pot to fuel your workout with a protein hit!<\/p>\n
Come down and check out their amazing seasonal specials – $2 Keri Juice on Wellness Wednesdays, two Power Pots for $10, and more!<\/p>\n
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<\/a>TeamMONASH News<\/h2>\n
Evonne Goolagong: moulding the next generation of Indigenous athletes
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<\/a><\/h3>\nTennis great Evonne Goolagong is making it her mission to \u2018positively influence\u2019 the future of the next generation of Indigenous youth. Through her tennis program\/camp and foundation, Evonne promotes better health, education and employment. Follow our blog to read more about Evonne’s program<\/a>.<\/a><\/p>\n
Daniel D\u2019Hotman’s South Pole Energy Challenge <\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nDaniel, who recently finished his medical exams here in Australia, is joining the 60-mile South Pole Energy Challenge. Follow his journey on our blog here<\/a>, and here<\/a>.<\/a><\/p>\n
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\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
Monash University Club
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<\/a><\/h3>\n\nThe refurbished Monash Club<\/a> is a vibrant and social place for staff to relax, meet, dine and\/or work and has no membership fee.\u00a0\u00a0The Club facilities include a licensed bar and lounge, private dining room, restaurant, meeting rooms, a business centre and outdoor\u00a0\u00a0spaces.
\nVicta & Hoist manage the day-to-day operations of the Club and offer special events for staff throughout the year.<\/p>\nThe Monash Club is located in building 50 on Clayton campus and is open for coffee from 7.30am, breakfast 8 \u2013 11am and lunch 12 \u2013 3pm.<\/p>\n
Visit employee benefits and discounts for staff <\/a>for more information<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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