{"id":523,"date":"2011-08-01T11:11:39","date_gmt":"2011-08-01T00:11:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/?p=523"},"modified":"2011-08-03T12:53:37","modified_gmt":"2011-08-03T01:53:37","slug":"wellbeing-at-monash-newsletter-august","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.monash.edu\/timeout-newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/107\/2011\/08\/01\/wellbeing-at-monash-newsletter-august\/","title":{"rendered":"Wellbeing at Monash newsletter &#8211; August"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mceTemp\">\n<div style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div style=\"text-align: left\">Read about the latest Wellbeing and Monash Sport events, services and activities. Monash aims to assist staff in achieving a healthy work\/life balance using a holistic approach \u2013 mind, body, spirit and the community. There are some great prizes to win so read on!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Contact us at <a href=\"mailto:monash.wellbeing@adm.monash.edu.au\">wellbeing@monash.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In the\u00a0August edition:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#wellbeing\">Wellbeing events and news<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#sport\">Monash Sport news and offers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#discounts\">Discounts for staff<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a name=\"wellbeing\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Wellbeing events &amp; news<\/h2>\n<h3>10,000 Steps Challenge is coming!<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-532\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/10000-steps-logo.jpg\" alt=\"10000 steps logo\" width=\"130\" height=\"74\" \/>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/10000-steps.html\">10,000 Steps Challenge <\/a>is coming to your office in October! Registrations open from mid September, keep an eye out for more details! Start getting your steps up, download <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/campus-walks.pdf\">campus walking maps <\/a>or schedule a walking meeting today.<\/p>\n<h3>Are you a cycling enthusiast?<\/h3>\n<p>Do you cycle to, from or around Monash University? Do you have an interest in the infrastructure, facilities and profile of <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-539 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/bike2.jpg\" alt=\"bike2\" width=\"330\" height=\"226\" \/>cycling at Monash University? If so, the Monash community Bicycle User Group (McBUG) would like to hear from you.<\/p>\n<p>McBUG\u00a0promotes cycling as a viable transport alternative to, from and around Monash University and promotes the benefits of cycling and shares cycling news and events around Monash.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More info? <\/strong>Become a member of the <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/monashunibug\/join\">Monash UniBUG group <\/a>and receive updates of bike news and events around campus.\u00a0 The group is ready to\u00a0hear you suggestions about all things bike related; bike racks, stations, storage facilities, events and training opportunities\u00a0at Monash.\u00a0 Become a friend of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/monashbug\">McBUG on facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Calling all Mental\u00a0Health First Aid trained staff<\/h3>\n<p>Monash mental health first aid trained staff are invited to attend a special event.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-577\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/mhfa_logo.gif\" alt=\"mhfa_logo\" width=\"80\" height=\"130\" \/>This event\u00a0is a great opportunity to meet fellow MHF Aiders and hear ways to best encourage and promote positive wellbeing in your department.<br \/>\nPsychologist Shyama Faud will also provide a brief refresher about the important role you can play as a MHF Aider at Monash.<br \/>\nA light lunch will be provided<br \/>\n<strong>When:<\/strong> Friday 26 August, 12.45pm-1.30pm<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong> Health and Wellbeing seminar room, Building 10, Clayton<br \/>\n<strong>Register:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/my.monash.edu.au\/news-and-events\/bookings\/hubs\/view\/31138\/\">online here<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Free health checks coming to Caulfield and Clayton<\/h3>\n<p>All Monash staff members have the opportunity to participate in free WorkHealth health checks.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-580 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/health-check1.JPG\" alt=\"health check\" width=\"286\" height=\"226\" \/>The one on one free health checks will take approximately 20 minutes and is a great opportunity to learn more about the state of your health. The checks are delivered by an independent company, your results will remain private and your employer will not receive any personal information about your health.<\/p>\n<p>You will receive immediate results and advice on:<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Blood pressure<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Blood glucose<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Cholesterol<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Waist circumference<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 And more<\/p>\n<p><strong>Upcoming campuses<\/strong>: Caulfield, Clayton, 700 Blackburn Rd, F&amp;S and HR<br \/>\n<strong>How to book:<\/strong> Learn when the health checks will be at your campus via the <a href=\"https:\/\/monash.fitness2live.com.au\/\">booking system.<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/monash.fitness2live.com.au\/\">https:\/\/monash.fitness2live.com.au\/<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Employee Assistance Program<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-612\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/08\/eap1.JPG\" alt=\"eap1\" width=\"267\" height=\"270\" \/>The University is committed to a supportive work environment and the health and wellbeing of its staff.\u00a0 As part of this commitment, it provides\u00a0staff with free-of-charge access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Manager Assist.<em> <\/em><\/p>\n<p>EAP is a professional, confidential counselling service available free-of-charge to all University employees and their immediate family members.\u00a0 The service can be of assistance when staff are experiencing work-related, personal and\/or health problems.<\/p>\n<p>Manager Assist is a phone consulting service available to University Supervisors and Managers, providing practical advice and support.\u00a0 The service is tailored to meet individual needs when step by step advice or a sounding board is needed.<\/p>\n<p>Further information can be found on the <a title=\"Staff Wellbeing\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adm.monash.edu.au\/workplace-policy\/staff-wellbeing\/employee-assistance\/\" target=\"_blank\">University&#8217;s EAP website<\/a> or phone\u00a0 1800 350 359.<\/p>\n<h3>Book now for the\u00a0September school holiday program<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/school-hols.jpg\" alt=\"school hols\" width=\"229\" height=\"153\" \/>Your child will love the fun, exciting activities at MUSHP.\u00a0\u00a0Activities include swimming, indoor and outdoor sport, water polo, adventure days, cinema, science, cooking, drama and music, art and craft.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> The program will run from 26 September-7 October.\u00a0 Bookings open Monday 1 September.\u00a0 Visit\u00a0the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.adm.monash.edu.au\/community-services\/family\/vacation-care\/\">booking webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The Monash Science Centre also offers a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencecentre.monash.edu.au\/shp\/index.html\">school holiday program<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Pilates, zumba\u00a0or yoga class in your office<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-596 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/SWAP-promo.JPG\" alt=\"SWAP promo\" width=\"333\" height=\"222\" \/>EResearch, HR, Facilities &amp; Services, Education,\u00a0ITS, OHS, the Alfred, Engineering and Medicine have all registered for the Staff Wellbeing &amp; Activity Program.<\/p>\n<p>SWAP has been designed to bring on campus activity to your office! With 30 or 60 minute yoga, zumba, boxing and pilates classes from just $8 per person, get your colleagues together and organise a class at a time that suits you!<\/p>\n<p>Download the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/swap-brochure.pdf\">new SWAP brochure <\/a>for all pricing and program information.<\/p>\n<h3>Weight Watchers at Caulfield is coming!<\/h3>\n<p>Caulfield staff the opportunity to enrol in a new Weight Watchers Program. With the convenience of weekly meetings on campus*, you\u2019ll get the guidance that you need to succeed and stay on track to achieve your weight loss and lifestyle goals.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-578\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/waist_measuring_tape.jpg\" alt=\"waist_measuring_tape\" width=\"226\" height=\"150\" \/>About the program:<\/strong> The program will consist of one weekly meeting for 13 weeks and will commence in August.<br \/>\n<strong>Cost:<\/strong> $233.35 for 13 week program (payment must be made upfront by cash or card at the first meeting).\u00a0 Some private health insurance providers provide a partial refund.<br \/>\n<strong>How to register:<\/strong> Send your interest to join a program to <a href=\"mailto:wellbeing@monash.edu\">wellbeing@monash.edu<\/a> with WW Caulfield in the subject line.\u00a0 Other campuses welcome to register for their own campus program.\u00a0\u00a0A minimum of 12 people required for the program to proceed.<\/p>\n<h3>Free UniSuper seminars<\/h3>\n<p>UniSuper offers Monash staff\u00a0a range of free seminars\u00a0 covering all kinds of super related topics. Upcoming topics <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-574 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/unisuper-logo.jpg\" alt=\"unisuper-logo\" width=\"296\" height=\"71\" \/>include:<\/p>\n<p><strong>September:<\/strong> Contribution caps \u2013tips, traps and strategies<br \/>\n<strong>October:<\/strong> Which UniSuper Pension is right for you<br \/>\n<strong>November:<\/strong> Super and financial considerations for women<\/p>\n<p>For more information visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.unisuper.com.au\/members\/seminars\">UniSuper seminars webpage<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Peninsula Health Hour, new $2 Get Active lunchtime classes!<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-548 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/grpex.jpg\" alt=\"grpex\" width=\"287\" height=\"209\" \/>Following the success of the Peninsula Health Hour Movers and Shakers Program, Monash Sport are now offering a weekly rotating lunchtime class.<\/p>\n<p>This is a great opportunity for Peninsula staff to get out of the office and get active!\u00a0 The rotating timetable means a new class each week and at only $2 per person per week, now is the time to grab your friends and get active! Classes will include pilates, cycle, yoga, zumba and much more!<br \/>\n<strong>When:<\/strong> Commencing weekly from Tuesday 16 August, 12.15pm-12.45pm<br \/>\n<strong>Where: <\/strong>Monash Sport, Peninsula<br \/>\n<strong>Cost:<\/strong> $2 per person, per class. Payment made at beginning of class<br \/>\n<strong>Register:<\/strong> Email <a href=\"mailto:bryley.sadler@monash.edu\">wellbeing@monash.edu<\/a> and you will receive a weekly reminder sent to your calendar.<\/p>\n<h3>On campus cooking\u00a0courses<\/h3>\n<div id=\"content-area\">Enrol for a short course in Indian Vegetarian Cooking or Sushi Making at the Monash Short Courses Centre.<\/div>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-575\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/cooking-class1.jpg\" alt=\"cooking-class\" width=\"216\" height=\"152\" \/>Indian Vegetarian Cooking:<\/strong> Spice up your life! 2 day course. The first day focuses on the milder north Indian cuisine whilst the second day covers traditional south Indian techniques and tastes. Participate in, and assist with, dish preparation and tasting. A step-by-step recipe book is included. Req: Apron, notepad &amp; pen, container to take home samples. Saturdays, 10am-3.30pm, 2 sessions on 20 and 27 August. Monash staff price $133<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sushi Making:<\/strong> Learn the art of Sushi making in this fun, hands-on practical cooking course, food is eaten in class or can be taken home. Saturdays 10-4pm,\u00a0 on 13 August, Monash staff price $105<\/p>\n<p>All courses held at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.shortcourses.monash.edu.au\/\">Monash Short Courses Centre <\/a>at Clayton. For more information call x53180<\/p>\n<h3>Competition winners and your chance to win<\/h3>\n<p>For your chance to win a Village Cinemas movie ticket\u00a0tell us what you think of the new layout of the newsletter or provide a suggestion for Wellbeing at Monash or Monash Sport (or any wellbeing service you would like to see) <a href=\"mailto:monash.wellbeing@adm.monash.edu.au?subject=Feedback\">Provide feedback<\/a> via email <a href=\"mailto:wellbeing@monash.edu\">wellbeing@monash.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a name=\"sport\"><\/a><\/h3>\n<h2>Monash Sport news and offers<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sport.monash.edu\/alpine-lodge.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-left: 10px;margin-right: 10px\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sport.monash.edu\/images\/IMG_0794web.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"374\" height=\"281\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>An Alpine Adventure<\/h3>\n<p>Ever thought about heading to the snow but thought it would be too expensive or just too difficult to organise?\u00a0\u00a0 With great snowfall this winter there is no better time to plan a trip away to enjoy the white, fluffy stuff at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sport.monash.edu\/alpine-lodge.html\">Monash University Alpine Lodge<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>Centrally located and offering affordable rates, \u00a0Alpine Lodge is the best way to see and experience \u00a0snow capped Mt Buller in entirety.<\/p>\n<p>The lodge offers self-catered accommodation with a fully equipped communal kitchen. This gives you the choice of eating in or out and the lodge also offers a TV and DVD for those who wish to stay inside, relax and take in the beautiful scenery.<\/p>\n<p>But make sure you get in quick before the season ends and you have to wait another long year to slide down the ski slopes.\u00a0\u00a0Read\u00a0more about the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sport.monash.edu\/alpine-lodge.html\">Alpine Lodge<\/a> about the lodge online.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.17em\">Monash Sport Member Seminar &#8211; Lessons on Training from Elite Sport<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-559\" style=\"margin-left: 10px;margin-right: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/IMG_7828-web-500px2.JPG\" alt=\"IMG_7828 web 500px\" width=\"400\" height=\"266\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As a special Monash Sport privilege to our members, we will be holding a member seminar on how to improve your training and get the best out of your fitness program.<\/p>\n<p>Victorian Institute of Sport\u2019s (VIS) Strength and Conditioning Coach Michael Crooks will lead the seminar and will be concentrating on providing members with ways to incorporate elite athlete training approaches into everyday training programs.<\/p>\n<p>This exclusive\u00a0seminar will show members how regular maintenance of training programs can lead to better results and bring them closer to achieving personal fitness goals. To make the most of Mr Crooks knowledge members of Monash Sport can take up Monash Sport\u2019s unlimited health assessments and program reviews to get you on the way.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When: <\/strong>Wednesday 21 September, 2011, \u00a07:00pm<br \/>\n<strong>Where: <\/strong>Monash University, Clayton Campus, Sports Building (Building 1)<\/p>\n<p>For more information, keep an eye on the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sport.monash.edu.au\/\">Monash Sport Website<\/a> over the coming weeks!<\/p>\n<h3>Monash Activity and Wellness Centre at Peninsula Campus<span style=\"font-weight: normal\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-556 alignright\" style=\"margin-left: 10px;margin-right: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/MAWC11.jpg\" alt=\"Monash Activity &amp; Wellnes Centre\" width=\"465\" height=\"329\" \/><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Monash Sport is excited to announce the near completion of the Peninsula Fitness Centre facilities available for use by students, staff and the general public.<\/p>\n<p>Designed by Harmer Architecture and constructed by Walton, the Monash Activity and Wellness Centre (MAWC) boasts a Green Star rating on the Peninsula Campus.<\/p>\n<p>The new Activity and Wellness Centre will improve upon the current Monash Sport Peninsula site by offering\u00a0an expanded fitness centre, new sport courts and a teaching and research facility, allowing members a unique experience.<\/p>\n<p>The Activity and Wellness Centre is expected to open in early 2012 and gives Monash Sport the opportunity to continue to offer the best in facilities and programs to its members.<\/p>\n<h3>Monash Sport Caulfield expansion<\/h3>\n<p>Monash Sport will be expanding and upgrading the Caulfield Campus gymnasium in conjunction with the University&#8217;s Facilities and Services division. Group Manager of Services and Operations Brett Lavale said \u201cthe new gym will expand into a disused kitchen space and will incorporate an expanded cardio-zone and a cutting edge functional resistance training area\u201d Works will commence in late 2011 and will be completed by early 2012. Further information will be made available as the project develops.<\/p>\n<h3>Get fit and get involved for a good cause &#8211; Melbourne Marathon<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sport.monash.edu.au\/events\/melb-marathon.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-565\" style=\"margin-left: 30px;margin-right: 30px\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/web-ad-mm2-2011.jpg\" alt=\"web-ad-mm2-2011\" width=\"180\" height=\"315\" \/><\/a><span style=\"color: #000000\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sport.monash.edu.au\/events\/melb-marathon.html\">TeamMONASH\u2122<\/a> and <\/span>the St. George Melbourne Marathon Festival will be supporting two charities this year &#8211; James Macready-Bryan Foundation and the Cerebral Palsy Education Centre (CPEC).<\/p>\n<p>The James Macready-Bryan Foundation provides financial support for care and rehabilitation and a public voice for young people who suffer from Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and their families.<\/p>\n<p>The Cerebral Palsy Education Centre (CPEC) provides early intervention education programs and teach children how to walk and communication when they would otherwise have been unable to.<\/p>\n<p>So get on board <span style=\"color: #000000\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sport.monash.edu.au\/events\/melb-marathon.html\">TeamMONASH\u2122<\/a><\/span> with this years race options including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Kids 2.5km RUN<\/li>\n<li>Asics 4km WALK<\/li>\n<li>ASICS 5.7km RUN<\/li>\n<li>The Coffee Club 10km<\/li>\n<li>SALONPAS Half Marathon 21.1km<\/li>\n<li>St. George Melbourne Marathon 42.195km<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Monash Sport Member Rewards Program<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All Monash Sport members now have access to the following great member rewards!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/sport.monash.edu.au\/fitness\/member-rewards.html\">Autopia tours <\/a>are offering Monash Sport members a 20% discount on all products featured in their brochure.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/sport.monash.edu.au\/fitness\/member-rewards.html\">STA Travel <\/a>at Caulfield and Clayton have three special offers for members: 10% off International Comprehensive Travel Insurance, 10% off all GAP tours (excluding the Independent and iStyle tours) and 5% off Topdeck, Contiki tours, Adventure Tours and Planeterra Volunteering Trips.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/sport.monash.edu.au\/fitness\/member-rewards.html\">HBA <\/a>offer Monash Sport members two weeks free membership when joining the HBA Monash Sport Health Plan and will also have the two month \u2018Waiting Periods\u2019 waived for the \u2018Retail Extras products\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>Read\u00a0more information about these exciting offers and more with the <a href=\"http:\/\/sport.monash.edu.au\/fitness\/member-rewards.html\">Monash Sport Members Rewards Pr<\/a>ogram.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-560\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/TIMEOUT.jpg\" alt=\"TIMEOUT\" width=\"800\" height=\"156\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For more news and offers from Monash Sport, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sport.monash.edu.au\/\">www.sport.monash.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"discounts\"><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2>Discounts for staff<\/h2>\n<h3>adidas factory outlet &#8211; 30-40% discount off rrp<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-570\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/Adidas.jpg\" alt=\"Adidas\" width=\"227\" height=\"153\" \/>adiCentre is offering Monash staff the chance to\u00a0save 30% off rrp\u00a0or save 40% when you spend $300 in the month of August<\/p>\n<p><strong>When: <\/strong>Factory outlet opening hours Monday to Friday 9:30am-5pm. Thursday\u2019s till 7pm. Saturday 6 and 20 August 9:30am-3pm<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong> adidas Head Office, 767 Springvale Rd. Mulgrave Vic.<br \/>\n<strong>Register:<\/strong> You must phone 9263 5276 to book in.<\/p>\n<h3>Fresh milk, bread, fruit and vegies delivered to your door, Aussie Farmers Direct offer<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-161\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/03\/aussie-farmers1.png\" alt=\"aussie farmers\" width=\"239\" height=\"97\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Monash staff, family and friends, receive $20 off your first order. Aussie Farmers is a 100% Australian owned fruit and vegetables, groceries and organic food, delivered to your door free! Visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/staff-discounts.html\">discounts webpage for full details<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>One month free health insurance with HBA<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-162 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/03\/HBA_Logo.jpg\" alt=\"HBA_Logo\" width=\"167\" height=\"65\" \/>Monash staff who sign up as a new member with HBA on the Monash University Corporate Health Plan receive access to a specially designed corporate suite of Health Insurance products. These products contain built-in savings that are not available to the general public.<\/p>\n<p><strong>August special offer: <\/strong>Join Bupa hospital &amp; extras cover during August and get one month free, plus you\u2019ll go into the draw to win 1 of 10 Wii Fit Plus packages. The offer is available to all new Bupa Corporate customers who sign up to both hospital and extras cover during the campaign period.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More info: <\/strong>Visit a HBA Retail Centre or call 1800 649 406 and quote the Monash University corporate group number &#8211; 122265. *Payment must be made by payroll deduction. For detailed information see <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/staff-discounts.html\">health insurance discounts.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Lite n&#8217; Easy<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-586 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/logo_lite-easy.gif\" alt=\"logo_lite-easy\" width=\"154\" height=\"104\" \/><a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/staff-discounts.html\">Lite n&#8217; Easy <\/a>offer a $25 discount off their 7-day meal pack to new customers. Call 131512 and quote &#8216;Monash Uni discount offer&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3>10% off magazine subscriptions<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-367 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/05\/partner_magshop.jpg\" alt=\"partner_magshop\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/>ACP magazines are offering Monash University staff members a 10% discount on the following magazines titles:<\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>APC<\/li>\n<li>Australian PC User<\/li>\n<li>Australian Geographic<\/li>\n<li>Australian Women\u2019s Weekly<\/li>\n<li>Cleo<\/li>\n<li>Cosmo<\/li>\n<li>Empire<\/li>\n<li>Good Health &amp; Medicine<\/li>\n<li>Madison<\/li>\n<li>Money<\/li>\n<li>Motor<\/li>\n<li>Shop Til You Drop<\/li>\n<li>Wheels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>To receive the 10% discount on subscription<\/p>\n<p>.s, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.magshop.com.au\/monash-staff-offer\"><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.magshop.com.au\/monash-staff\">www.magshop.com.au\/monash-staff<\/a> If you order by phone please quote discount code: P10MUNI<\/p>\n<h3>Does you Wardrobes, kitchen and laundry need updating?<\/h3>\n<p>Tired of your old wardrobe, laundry or kitchen? <a href=\"http:\/\/www.acclaimwardrobes.com.au\/\">Acclaim wardrobes<\/a> are ready to offer a free quote and 2 free movie tickets with every order. Based in the eastern suburbs, contact Rob on 0407 680 087.<\/p>\n<h3>Dell August specials<\/h3>\n<p>Save 20%^ on Dell All-In-One Desktops and save up to 15%^ on selected Dell products.<\/p>\n<p>Visit the Dell epp webpage to view a great range of\u00a0discounts\u00a0on a wide range of products from Dell.<\/p>\n<p>1) Simply visit www.dell.com.au\/epp and enter the sales code (AUEPP) and your organisation name.<\/p>\n<p>2) Start shopping. Use the featured coupon codes to redeem your discount at the checkout.<\/p>\n<p>3) Alternatively, call 1300 730 755.<\/p>\n<h3>Travelling soon? Discounted Airport Lounge access<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-585 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/edit.blogs-monash-edu.salsa.hosting\/timeout-newsletter\/files\/2011\/07\/qantas-club1.jpg\" alt=\"Print\" width=\"350\" height=\"55\" \/>Sign up for a discounted airport lounge membership and enjoy the benefits! Lounges include<\/p>\n<p>Priority Pass: access to 600+ lounges worldwide<br \/>\nVirgin Blue The Lounge<br \/>\nQantas Club Lounge<\/p>\n<p>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/staff-discounts.html\">Airport Lounge discounts<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<p>Other discounts available to Monash staff:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adm.monash.edu\/ohse\/wellbeing\/wellbeing-discounts.html\">Avis car rentals<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adm.monash.edu\/ohse\/wellbeing\/wellbeing-discounts.html\">Rebel Sport<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adm.monash.edu\/ohse\/wellbeing\/wellbeing-discounts.html\">Dell offer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adm.monash.edu\/ohse\/wellbeing\/wellbeing-discounts.html\">Hot Air Ballooning <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.monash.edu.au\/ohs\/wellbeing\/staff-discounts.html\">Monash discounts <\/a>for more information<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"sport.monash.edu\/monashgames\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"sport.monash.edu\/monashgames\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"sport.monash.edu\/monashgames\"><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Read about the latest Wellbeing and Monash Sport events, services and activities. 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