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- Monash Sport news and offers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
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- Employee benefits and discounts<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0What’s your real health age this year?
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<\/a><\/h3>\nWe all know our real age, but how many of us know how old we are on the inside? We\u2019ve teamed up with BUPA to provide Monash staff and students access to an online\u00a0Health Assessment Tool\u00a0<\/a>to tell us just that.\u00a0 If you took the assessment last year, why not see how your health might have improved this year?<\/p>\n
The online survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and looks at all areas of your personal health \u2013 from diet and exercise, to stress and lifestyle factors.<\/p>\n
Once completed, you\u2019ll get your own personalised report outlining your health age (as opposed to your chronological age), and some handy tips to improve your overall health and wellbeing to reduce your health age. The information collected is confidential and can be reviewed at any time.\u00a0 So take the time to\u00a0find out your health age now<\/a>!<\/p>\n
For some ideas about how to start improving your health age, why not:<\/p>\n
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- Sweat it out in a group fitness class at your campus<\/a><\/li>\n
- Improve your zen at a Monash Mindfulness Course<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Visit the\u00a0wellbeing<\/a>\u00a0website, for a full range of wellbeing programs and initiatives.<\/p>\n
<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0Diabetes week (8th-14th of July)- It’s about time!\u00a0
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<\/a><\/h3>\nDiabetes week will be from 8th-14th of July and the theme is“It’s about time.”<\/i><\/b>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Isn’t it time we knew the early signs of Diabetes?<\/div>\n<\/div>\nDiabetes is Australia\u2019s fastest growing chronic disease with nearly 1.7 million Australians currently diagnosed and 280 Australians developing diabetes each day. The good news is that up to 60% of cases can be prevented.\u00a0You can learn how to reduce your chance of developing type 2 diabetes, as well as heart disease and stroke, by attending an information session delivered by DiabetesVictoria (Life!). The topics covered include:<\/div>\n\n- \n
- What is diabetes?<\/li>\n
- Symptoms and complications of diabetes<\/li>\n
- Risk factors linked to type 2 diabetes<\/li>\n
- How to prevent type 2 diabetes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\nAttend the Life! healthy living session and you could win some fit and fabulous prizes on the day, including a Jamie Oliver Cookbook!<\/div>\n<\/div>\nSeminars will be held at the Clayton, Caulfield and Peninsula campus and are free to join, so sign up on the\u00a0health and wellbeing website<\/a><\/div>\n
<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0New SWAP classes at the Peninsula, Caulfield and Clayton campuses!\u00a0
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<\/a><\/h3>\nMonash Wellbeing and Monash Sport are excited to announce we have new SWAP classes to keep you fit over the winter break at the Peninsula, Caulfield and Clayton campuses.<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWe have a huge range of programs offered including Boxing, Yoga\/Pilates\/Tai Chi Mix and, Pilates and\u00a0High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)\u00a0 throughout the day.\u00a0 Sessions are available at different times including mornings, lunchtimes and evenings.\u00a0 Details on the classes can be found on the Staff Wellbeing Activity Program<\/a> Page.<\/div>\n<\/div>\nDetails are as follows:<\/div>\n- \n
- Peninsula<\/a> classes registrations are open now<\/li>\n
- Caulfield <\/a>and Clayton<\/a> classes registrations are open on Friday 29th of June at 9am<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/a>\u00a0Check out the new\u00a0programs available from the Mental Health and Counselling Team!\u00a0
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- **NEW** Refresher: Mental Health First Aid<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A five hour face-to-face course for people who have previously completed Mental Health First Aid, to refresh their knowledge and skills, and provides an opportunity to extend accreditation for a further three years. 5 hour training<\/p>\n
Fri 10 Aug or Mon 22 Oct (Clayton),\u00a0Bookings via MyDevelopment<\/p>\n
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- \u00a0Mindfulness for Stress Reduction<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Reduce stress, and improve mental health, wellbeing and resilience using mindfulness. Consists of weekly formal mindfulness meditation practices, cognitive strategies and reflective activities designed to enhance both the professional and personal life of staff and students.<\/p>\n
Fridays, Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and Sept 7 (Clayton),\u00a0Bookings via the\u00a0health and wellbeing booking system<\/a><\/p>\n
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- Mindfulness for wellbeing, resilience and performance – Staff<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
This introductory workshop is broken into two parts: Part 1 is an introduction including the background to mindfulness. Part 2 focuses on practically implementing mindfulness-based strategies in personal and professional life.<\/p>\n
Tues 7 Aug (Wellington Road),\u00a0Bookings via My Development<\/p>\n
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- Mindfulness for wellbeing, resilience and performance – Supervisors<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Includes Part 1 and Part 2 for staff with the addition of Part 3, which explores how supervisors can incorporate mindfulness into teamwork and workplace culture. Half day<\/p>\n
Fri 10 Aug (Wellington Road),\u00a0Bookings via My Development<\/p>\n
<\/a>Poor fitness linked to higher risk of dementia<\/h3>\n
New evidence is showing the close correlation between exercise and brain health and cognitive function.\u00a0White matter is made up of bundles of nerve fibres that act like information highways, allowing parts of the brain to \u201ctalk\u201d to each other.<\/p>\n
The research team took 81 people \u2013 26 with normal brain function and 55 with mild cognitive impairment \u2013 and measured fitness using a formula called maximal oxygen uptake. White matter was tested with brain imaging. Tests were also done for memory and cognitive function.\u00a0They found that people with higher maximal oxygen uptake had better white matter integrity and cognitive function.<\/p>\n
Dr Shantel Duffy, a postdoctoral fellow specialising in dementia research at the University of Sydney, said\u00a0the finding added to the growing body of evidence confirming the relationship between exercise and brain health. More details on the research findings can be found here<\/a><\/p>\n
If you want to start getting fit at work, join one of the many programs that are available at your campus. Details on programs can be found on the health and wellbeing website<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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\nMonash Sport News, Events and Offers
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<\/a><\/h2>\n<\/a>Monash Sport Merchandise<\/h3>\n
Look the part when you’re using Monash Sport facilities, programs and services with our range of merchandise.<\/p>\n
Drink bottles, T-shirts, Hoodies and a range of other Monash Sport branded items are available at our Caulfield, Clayton and Peninsula sites.<\/p>\n
Remember, Monash Sport members currently receive 10% off all full-priced Merchandise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
<\/a>Doug Ellis Main Pool Maintenance Project<\/h3>\n
\nTo enhance your experience at Monash Sport, the Doug Ellis\u00a0pool is undergoing an essential maintenance project. The Main Pool (including the Leisure Pool) will be closed over a period of approximately 5 months.
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<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nDuring this period, there will be some periods of revised access to the Variable Pool and the Sauna, Spa and Steam room.<\/p>\n
For more information, revised hours, and to discuss your membership options,\u00a0visit our website<\/a>, or contact the Service Desk at 9905 4102.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Monash Staff Games – 19 & 20 July, 2018<\/h3>\n
Held at Clayton Campus, the Monash Staff Games are an opportunity for staff across all Victorian campuses of the University to play modified sports in a fun and friendly
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<\/a>environment.<\/p>\nThe 2018 Monash Staff Games offer a number of different sports and activities with an emphasis on getting involved and ‘having a go’.<\/p>\n
Find out more and register a team here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/a>TeamMONASH News<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Run Melbourne\u00a0–\u00a0 Sunday July 29<\/h3>\n
Join Team MONASH as we combine with the External Relations, Development and\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0
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\nAlumni office to participate in the Run Melbourne event for the first time!<\/p>\nClick here to find out more and register.<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nEmployee 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\u00a0employee benefits and staff discounts<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0Adidas<\/h3>\n
Monash Uni has been exclusively selected to receive an invitation from\u00a0MONDAY 2ND<\/sup>\u00a0JULY 2018 \u2013 SATURDAY 28TH<\/sup>\u00a0JULY
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<\/a> 2018.<\/u><\/strong>*Promotion does not apply outside of these dates.<\/em><\/p>\nWe hope that you and your colleagues take advantage of our fantastic offer at the adiCentre,\u00a040% OFF RRP<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0(Exclusions Apply), please see details on the attached invite<\/a>. Please ensure that every individual makes an appointment prior to visiting our store (details on the attached invite) and please quote your company\/business name when making an appointment and total booking attendance. This offer extends to Family and Friends of your company and can be used as frequently as one wishes between the above dates therefore we look forward to seeing everyone in-store. Please note upon your arrival we will ask to view the PDF invitation to confirm your booking.<\/p>\n
<\/a>\u00a0 HSBC Corporate Employee Offer for\u00a0Monash University
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<\/a><\/h3>\nHSBC\u2019s Corporate Employee Program offer benefits for Monash University employees.Thanks to the relationship established between HSBC and Monash University , we are delighted to offer you special banking discounts and packages you may not normally have access to.<\/p>\n
HSBC offers a full suite of products and services including home loans, credit cards, personal loans, insurance and banking.<\/p>\n
Please explore the benefits here\u00a0www.hsbc.com.au\/corporatepartners<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
<\/a>Allianz
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<\/a><\/h3>\nMonash University has partnered with Allianz to offer exclusive online discounts across a wide range of insurance products. Allianz operates in Australia, employing approximately 4,300 staff and is one of Australia\u2019s largest general insurers. With over 3.1 million policy holders, Allianz is the brand more Australians are relying on.<\/p>\n
Purchase online to receive the following discounts:<\/p>\n
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- Up to 20% off Allianz Comprehensive Car Insurance*<\/li>\n
- Up to 15% off Allianz Home Insurance*<\/li>\n
- Up to 15% off Allianz Landlord Insurance*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How do I access this Employee Benefit?<\/p>\n
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- Visit the following website:\u00a0http:\/\/monashuniversity.mybenefits.com.au<\/u><\/li>\n
- Conveniently quote & buy online 24\/7<\/li>\n
- Applicable discounts are automatically applied via this portal<\/li>\n
- Read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement\/s to decide if the product is right for you.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Details on the offer can be found on here<\/a><\/p>\n
- Visit the following website:\u00a0http:\/\/monashuniversity.mybenefits.com.au<\/u><\/li>\n
- Mindfulness for wellbeing, resilience and performance – Supervisors<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Mindfulness for wellbeing, resilience and performance – Staff<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- \u00a0Mindfulness for Stress Reduction<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Caulfield <\/a>and Clayton<\/a> classes registrations are open on Friday 29th of June at 9am<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Peninsula<\/a> classes registrations are open now<\/li>\n
- Improve your zen at a Monash Mindfulness Course<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Monash Sport news and offers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n