Health and wellbeing

Updated: 13 Dec 2022 Government changes to mutual obligation requirements. People in receipt of a JobSeeker payment in all states and territories are required by the Government to fulfill mutual obligation ... READ MORE

With gyms and outdoor exercise equipment closed, it’s important to remember that maintaining a physically active lifestyle supports a healthy immune system and prevents long term illnesses like diabetes and hea... READ MORE

A habit is a routine of behaviour that is repeated regularly and tends to occur subconsciously. That can mean it doesn't take much effort to maintain which can be a good or bad thing depending on the type of h... READ MORE

Setting achievable personal goals and career goals can give you milestones to hit and build momentum. By thinking about the goals you set, you can achieve more and experience a more fulfilling life. Come join... READ MORE

Conflict in the workplace is something that is unavoidable whenever you have a group of people with differing goals, perspectives, and backgrounds. But conflict at work doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad thi... READ MORE

Stress in the workplace is a big deal. Nearly 3 in 4 Australians are stressed about their work or at work and 1 in 5 will take time off this year due to workplace stress. But stress at work doesn’t just impac... READ MORE

Change can be scary. Particularly big changes. Some people struggle with the rate of change that is occurring in their workplace. They feel as though as soon as they have adapted to one change, another begins.... READ MORE

While worker safety is the primary goal of a focus on health and safety at work, there are several other significant impacts to an unsafe business.   Loss of income or products Injuries at work generall... READ MORE

While Australia is a relatively safe country, accidents and injuries in the workplace still occur fairly consistently and across many different industries. Workplace safety is everyone’s responsibility but wha... READ MORE

4. Make it fun One of the best ways how to get motivated to work out is to have fun! Whether you love kicking a ball around with a team or really enjoy a nice bush walk there are plenty of options out there f... READ MORE

Improve your work-life balance Having a poor work-life balance can make you really depressed at work. Long hours (including your commute), a high-stress workplace coupled with things like job insecurity, or... READ MORE

There are many causes of back pain. Most are not serious, and when pain occurs it will subside in a short period of time without the need for treatment. Sometimes, the pain lasts longer than expected and addit... READ MORE

This Article was written under the review of David See. David See is a registered counselling psychologist with a Masters in Counselling Psychology from Monash University. David has experience in providin... READ MORE

With three more weeks of winter yet to come, many Australians are lamenting the protracted cold weather period, impatient to return to the outdoor lifestyle that balmy spring days bring. But, for a specific gro... READ MORE

When you are in a less than positive head space it can also amplify these feelings making it harder to achieve your goals in life. One way to counter this is to add some more inspiration to your day! Ted Talk... READ MORE

Alcohol and how to drink responsibly It is common for us to hear the phrase “drink responsibly”. In fact, alcoholic drinks and advertisements for alcoholic products are consistently promoting the “drink respon... READ MORE

The benefits of increasing the amount of physical activity in your daily life are well established. From increased cardiovascular health and fitness to a stronger immune system making you less susceptible to il... READ MORE

The job that is right for your situation will depend on how your back condition or injury affects you. You may be able to work in a physical role but with some limitations. You may find that sitting for most... READ MORE

  Specifically, practicing meditation and mindfulness has proven benefits for people suffering from chronic pain, fibromyalgia, cancer, heart disease, anxiety, binge eating disorder, psoriasis, borderline... READ MORE

  Laughter is the best medicine. Beyond simple enjoyment, there are numerous physical and psychological health benefits to laughing. And better still, it doesn’t matter what causes you to laugh; So e... READ MORE

So healthy daily habits are much easier to maintain than a healthy behaviour that is not habitual. For example, if you have healthy food for breakfast habitually every morning, it is likely that it takes minim... READ MORE

1. Relax your body Becoming very angry brings with it a range of physiological reactions. Muscles become tense, blood pressure increases, body temperature rises and heart rate increases. Being able to reduce ... READ MORE

Great strides have been made to raise awareness around the mental health of men in recent years. A good example is men’s health week, which has successfully campaigned on issues like suicide rates. Men are... READ MORE

  If you are experiencing high amounts of stress it might be hard to relax your mind and body, however, there are many different methods that can help people relax. What works for one person may will not... READ MORE

Grit has been associated with success in many areas[1]. Most notably in education where grit is a better predictor of grades than intelligence.Gritty people also have better wellbeing and more positive emotions... READ MORE

  Some studies[1] have found that it depends on the type of pet you have. It was thought that the exercise dog owners get by walking their dog contributed to their better health, but cat owners were ... READ MORE

Here's some tips to keep your mind and body fit. Take regular breaks It’s important to take both annual breaks (holidays) as well as breaks during work. This is particularly important to keep your focus... READ MORE

Of course not. Sadly, employers often take this approach when it comes to supporting employees with their mental health. Yes, it’s not as obvious as a broken leg, but as a manager, you need to build the confid... READ MORE

The personal distress of DV is hardly captured by figures indicating 89 deaths in 2008-10; and 6,500 hospital admissions in 2013-142. Without including pain, suffering and premature death, domestic violence was... READ MORE

5. Stay organised It can be as easy as staying back five minutes in the afternoon to make sure your desk is clean for when you arrive the next day. A clean desk in the morning wipes the slate clean from yeste... READ MORE

Our modern lives are full of stress. Whether it’s negative news or social media on our devices or trying to keep up with workloads and the pressures of personal life. Thankfully, looking after our mental health... READ MORE

During border closures in 2020 and 2021, there was very little ‘flu within Australia[1]. In May 2022 there has been a sharp increase in flu diagnoses which has worried some health experts that 2022 may be a mo... READ MORE

Different people experience depression differently. What is common among everyone who experiences depression is a low mood for most of each day for a certain period of time. Also common is a loss of enjoyment ... READ MORE

E-cigarettes or vapes are becoming increasingly popular; particularly among young people. According to a study by the University of Queensland[1], vaping has a low prevalence in Australia (1.1% in 2019) which ... READ MORE

The good news is that it is possible to improve your EQ. For example, when you learn to better manage your stress your stress tolerance improves and you’ll be able to function more effectively when experiencing... READ MORE

Small things can make a big difference: letting someone go before you on the road; giving up your seat on public transport for a parent with an infant; caring for a neighbour’s plants while they are unwell, don... READ MORE

Depression is a condition for which many effective treatments exist. Getting the right treatment early can significantly reduce the suffering of a person with depression and help them recover faster[1]. You... READ MORE

Organisations around the world have spent years trying to work out the best way to promote diversity and inclusion. Most agree on the importance of celebrating difference among their employees. But is... READ MORE

Rejection: it can be one of the most frightening things, and can hold us back from reaching our full potential.   Jia Jiang adventures boldly into a territory so many of us fear: rejection. By s... READ MORE