Wellbeing Month is in full swing, with staff across the University enjoying activities both on campus, and from the comfort of their homes.

Whether you want to get more active, hands-on, focus on your mental wellbeing and health, or just need a challenge, there are events to suit.

I WANT TO BE MORE ACTIVE
– Lunchtime Walks (8, 15, 22 & 29 September)
Pop your runners on and join the UniMoves team for a weekly 20 to 30-minute walk around our stunning campus. Learn how to load the UniMoves app onto your phone so you can also join the team challenge.
– Nature Walk (15 September)
Learn while you exercise on this walking tour, which gives you an overview of our Teaching Gardens. Find out how plants are used for science, education, medicine, and food.

I WANT TO GET HANDS-ON
– Bush Care (8 September)
Join us for an hour of weeding to contribute to natural bush regeneration. Experience how gardening and outdoor activities can contribute to preventative and sustained wellbeing, while helping us to improve our campus.

I WANT TO FOCUS ON MENTAL WELLBEING
– RUOK? Day: Everyday activities that improve emotional health (10 September)
In this webinar, Professor Nick Titov will provide insights into the things we can all do, each week, to increase our emotional resilience.
– LGBTIQ+ wellbeing in the workplace: Out at work (15 September)
This webinar will focus on what it means to be ‘out’ at work, and what organisations can do to make everyone feel included, to stay safe, feel welcome and contribute their best at work.
– An athlete’s perspective on managing mental health and wellbeing (17 September)
In this webinar, National Premier League NSW Women’s Football Player, Deborah-Anne de la Harpe, address the importance of self-care and managing wellbeing to assist in reaching personal goals.

I WANT TO FOCUS ON MY HEALTH
– Weight Management: Improving your health and keeping weight off (September 9)
This webinar will cover the key lifestyle and medical approaches to weight management including physical activity, exercise and nutrition/eating habits, together with a review of current medical therapy.

I WANT TO JOIN A CHALLENGE AND WIN PRIZES
– Join the UniMoves Team Challenge (1-30 September)
The Wellbeing Month staff challenge will see Faculties and Offices go head to head to see who is the most active. The Staff Wellbeing Month website has all the details, so talk to your colleagues and register today.

For the full program and to register for events, take a look at the Staff Wellbeing Month website.