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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>\u00a0Women’s Health Week
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<\/a><\/h3>\nNext week is Women’s health Week which this year has a strong focus on the two biggest barriers for women not maintaining a healthy lifestyle – a lack of time and health not being a priority. Women\u2019s Health Week is the time for women to put themselves\u00a0first, for just one week, and start making positive changes that can last a\u00a0lifetime.<\/p>\n
Women’s Mental Health – Not a National Priority – Not good Enough!<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n
This year, Monash Wellbeing has invited Professor Jayashri Kulkarni to run a short seminar on Monday the 3rd of September. The topic this year is \u201cWomen’s Mental Health – Not a National Priority – Not good Enough!” to explore some of the issues surrounding the current national stance on Women\u2019s Mental Health. To register for this event at Clayton or to attend via webinar, register here<\/a><\/p>\n
Women and Healthy Eating; Top 5 Hacks<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n
Be Active Sleep Eat (BASE) will be delivering a talk on Women and Healthy eating. Women fill many roles in life, and often one of these will be nurturing or caring for others. But are we nurturing and caring for ourselves? Healthy eating can be challenging but it doesn’t have to be daunting. Come along and discover 5 simple hacks to improve your eating habits. After this session you should feel confident to change at least one habit, and this could be the first step in the journey to prioritising your health. To register for this event at Clayton or to attend via webinar, register here<\/a><\/p>\n
Stay up to date next week with the stories of Women at Monash by following us on Workplace<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>Global Walk\/Run is back and its bigger than EVER!
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<\/a><\/h3>\nThe bi-annual Monash Global Walk\/Run will be held this year on September 20th. The event will form part of this year’s International Sports Day in collaboration with Monash in Motion.\u00a0 The annual event is delivered in conjunction with Monash Wellbeing, Monash Sport and Team Monash and takes place across all our campuses.<\/p>\n
Participants can choose between a 3km walk and a 5km run, as well as donate a gold coin to raise money for Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation\u2019s (OCRF<\/a>) research into the disease. Those taking part are also encouraged to wear white, in support of the OCRF\u2019s \u2018White Shirt\u2019 campaign.<\/p>\n
At Clayton campus, for the first time the 5km run will be timed, allowing participants to measure their current fitness levels, with awards for first placed male and female across both staff and student categories. There is also the opportunity to win prizes for all walk and run participants. Marshalls will be stationed at various checkpoints to ensure the safety of those taking part.<\/p>\n
Further details on when and where the Global Walk\/Run is taking place on your campus can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/a> Grab you friends and travel the world- 10,000 steps challenge registrations is now OPEN!<\/h3>\n
The 10,000 Steps Challenge is returning in 2018!
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<\/a><\/p>\nThis year\u2019s challenge starts 1st October and runs for 7 weeks on a virtual tour of the globe. Starting in incredible India, you\u2019ll span the vast mountains of the great Himalayas, journey across Asia, Europe, Africa and The Americas and end up chilling out in Chile!<\/p>\n
Taking part is simple.\u00a0 Just gather your team of five, including a team captain and register<\/a> yourself for the event.\u00a0 Then clock up 10,000 steps each a day.\u00a0 If you don\u2019t have a team, no problem – we can find one for you!<\/p>\n
Team members are encouraged to use pedometers provided from previous years\u2019 events, or get digital by downloading the Stepathlon app on their phones to monitor daily activity. \u00a0A limited number of pedometers are available if requested at the point of registration.\u00a0 If you have a spare pedometer you won’t be using, we would appreciate it being returned to wellbeing at 30 Research Way Clayton.<\/p>\n
For more details and to register<\/a> and step up to the challenge visit the Health and Wellbeing\u00a0website<\/a><\/u>!\u00a0 Registrations close 14th<\/sup> September 2018 so don’t miss out!<\/p>\n
<\/a> OHS Conference 2018<\/h3>\n
World record holder Jessica Watson headlines this year\u2019s Monash University OHS Conference, along with a live mock OHS Court to be facilitated by Mock Court International.<\/p>\n
A highlight of the Conference will be the presentation of the Vice-Chancellor\u2019s Awards for Exceptional Contribution to Occupational Health and Safety.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s Conference will be held in Monash University\u2019s flagship Learning and Teaching Building.<\/p>\n
Monash OH&S invites you to attend a day of fascinating, engaging and inspiring addresses from a combination of highly regarded external and Monash University presenters.<\/p>\n
The Conference program will provide:<\/p>\n
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- an overview of the risks and safety strategies Jessica Watson implemented in becoming the youngest person to sail solo around the world in 2009;<\/li>\n
- a live mock OHS court experience simulating a prosecution for a breach of the safety legislation;<\/li>\n
- an update of the latest safety initiatives at Monash University; and<\/li>\n
- other thought-provoking health and safety presentations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A healthy and delicious complimentary lunch will be provided for all who register<\/a> for the Conference before\u00a012 October 2018<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
<\/a> R U OK? Day \u2013 Make looking out for others a habit
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<\/a><\/h3>\nThursday 13 September is R U OK? Day – a national day of action and a reminder to regularly check in with your family, friends and workmates. Staying connected and having meaningful conversations is something we can all do. If you feel like something\u2019s up with someone you know, trust that gut instinct and take the time to ask them how they\u2019re going.<\/p>\n
We encourage staff and student groups to promote the day by<\/p>\n
Getting a group together and host an activity<\/span><\/p>\n
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- This could be a morning tea, random acts of kindness, a team sport \u2013 anything that brings your group together to provide time to connect with each other.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Register your event<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Jump on the Monash R U OK? Day<\/a> website and let us know what you are up to. We have a limited amount of merchandise which can only be given to events we know about. A small starter pack will be allocated to groups that register their event on our website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Promote your event<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Posters, flyers and plasma screens available for download from the Monash R U OK? Day<\/a> website. Use whatever forms of communication work for your group ie. Social media, newsletters etc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
For Monash resources and information about our events see monash.edu\/ruokday or contact Clare Swanson<\/p>\n
\nSame benefits just a different name- New Employee Assistance Provider
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<\/a><\/h3>\n\nWe have made some changes<\/a> to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) in conjunction with our provider Benestar<\/a> (formerly Davidson Trahaire Corpsych) to ensure we are providing the most valuable service to our staff. Services available to staff include:<\/div>\n- \n
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- The “Best You Program” helps you develop positive strategies to work through your concerns. Staff and immediate family members are able to access up to six sessions free of charge.<\/li>\n
- “MyCoach” for managers to assist with any team or individual staff issues or challenges. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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- “Benehub” an online portal, provides you with wellbeing resources, including blogs, podcasts, and learning modules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\nThe 24 hour toll free number for appointments and services provided by Benestar is 1300 360 364<\/span>. Further information regarding the Best You Program is available here<\/span> <\/a>or by contacting the Employee Assistance Team on ext. 29573<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
Monash Sport News, Events and Offers<\/h2>\n
MS 24 Hour Mega Swim
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<\/a><\/h3>\nThe Monash MS 24 Hour Mega Swim is now in its 7th year and is one of the fastest growing community fundraising efforts. The event will be held at Monash Aquatic & Recreation Centre.<\/p>\n
Last year over 50 swimmers helped raise more than $20,000. This year the aim is make the event bigger and fill the pool.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s not too late to register or donate to the MS 24 Hour Mega Swim, visit our event page<\/a> or call 1300 733 690.<\/p>\n
Read more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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<\/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
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TeamMONASH News<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Melbourne Marathon<\/h3>\n
Join Team MONASH at the 2018 Melbourne Marathon Festival!
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<\/a><\/p>\nRun or walk with your fellow students, staff and alumni, race past Melbourne\u2019s famous landmarks, and experience the rare opportunity of finishing with a lap of\u00a0the hallowed turf of the MCG!<\/p>\n
As part of this\u00a0wonderful event, the Monash community are coming together to support Asylum Seekers at Monash University. We have already raised $39,000 for\u00a0Monash University’s Asylum Seeker Scholarships this year, and our goal is to reach $50,000 during the Melbourne Marathon festival. With your help, we can make this happen.<\/p>\n
Monash University is\u00a0proudly supporting this initiative by offering a $50 Coles-Myer gift card when participants raise over $150 for the cause.<\/p>\n
For more information and to register, visit:\u00a0https:\/\/www.monash.edu\/teammonash\/events\/community\/melbourne-marathon<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/a>Monash in Motion Officially Launched<\/h3>\n
For the 3rd year, Monash Council and Monash University will be the \u2018City in Motion\u2019 for Australia, jointly hosting a major community-sporting event from 16 August to 15 November 2018.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
http:\/\/www.fisu.net\/news\/lausanne-in-motion\/monash-in-motion-has-officially-launched<\/a><\/div>\nEmployee benefits and discounts<\/h3>\n
\nMonash 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>At Medibank we\u2019ll waive 2&6 month waits on extras*\u00a0
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<\/a><\/h3>\nWhen you join Medibank Corporate Hospital and Flexi Extras Cover by September 30 2018. Quote CORPWAIVER<\/p>\n
Plus, you\u2019ll also have access to:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- 100% back on optical items, up to a $300 limit per person, per year2<\/li>\n
- A separate, flexible annual extras limit of up to $1,500 per person3<\/li>\n
- Get up to 80% back on included extras at any recognised provider in Australia3<\/li>\n
- Get 100% back on an annual dental check up at any Members\u2019 Choice dentist4<\/li>\n
- No hospital excess for kids on family memberships5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Plus, enjoy a bonus 7% discount each month, just for being an employee of Monash University.<\/a><\/p>\n
Call Medibank on 131 680, Visit a Store or head to corporate.medibank.com.au\/monashuni<\/p>\n
Want to travel this year, its important that you remain safe!\u00a0
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<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/a>Are you planning a last minute school holidays trip?\u00a0Maybe Dreaming about Summer in Europe or America?\u00a0Perhaps you just need some inspiration from one of our expert Travel Managers.\u00a0\u00a0We would love to offer you\u00a0$50<\/strong>\u00a0off your next trip, for all bookings deposited in the month of September.\u00a0\u00a0Travel Club\u00a0are also offering 10% Discount off Travel Insurance until 30 September.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
Just mention this ad when enquiring about your exciting holiday!\u00a0\u00a0Call 03 52152100 or email\u00a0travelclubsouth@ctravelclub.com.au<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
<\/a>Dell
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<\/a><\/h3>\nDell<\/span>\u00a0Employee Purchase Program, we would like to extend an exclusive offer to your staff with a special offer of 5% off when you spend over $1,000. The offer of extra 5% off is on top of the discounted prices on\u00a0Dell<\/span>‘s website. This offer is valid only in September and October. Details can be found here<\/a> and insert coupon code:\u00a0MONASHAUG5off<\/strong><\/p>\n
- “Benehub” an online portal, provides you with wellbeing resources, including blogs, podcasts, and learning modules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
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- Posters, flyers and plasma screens available for download from the Monash R U OK? Day<\/a> website. Use whatever forms of communication work for your group ie. Social media, newsletters etc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Jump on the Monash R U OK? Day<\/a> website and let us know what you are up to. We have a limited amount of merchandise which can only be given to events we know about. A small starter pack will be allocated to groups that register their event on our website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- This could be a morning tea, random acts of kindness, a team sport \u2013 anything that brings your group together to provide time to connect with each other.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Monash Sport news and offers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n