Winter Wellbeing Reminders
Te Whare Tapa Whā (the four sides of wellbeing) |
What’s on |
Taha Tinana (Physical) |
- Taumauri – our wellbeing platform is accessible to you and up to five of your whānau and friends. To register: visit https://tepukenga.synergyhealthltd.com/ complete the registration form using the code: education. Your whānau and friends follow the same process to gain access.
- Ergonomic wellbeing – Some of us may be working remotely or from home. Setup a safe workstation and adopt healthy ways to work remotely with these tips. Avoid digital eye strain or dry eyes taking regular breaks.
- Seasonal Eating – Learn of the benefits to eating seasonally and how we can incorporate seasonal foods into your diet, as well as shopping healthy on a budget. Try this winter warmer recipe as a family friendly treat!
- Gym sessions – come along and see what it’s like, click here to find out more details.
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Taha Wairua (Spiritual) |
- Matariki Māori New Year – Embrace the new, honour the past and look forward with Matariki celebrations and events happening across the motu this July.
- Mahi Whenua – Te Wai Unuroa o Wairaka – Friday 28 July from 9am to midday. Guided by whaea Tanya White, Kaitiaki Taiao. Kaimahi/staff and ākonga/students, external partners and friends of Te Puna o Wairaka can spend time learning and caring for the whenua.
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Taha Whānau (Family and social) |
- Waiata in Puukenga – organised by our Maia whānau on 17, 18, 24 and 25 July, from 10:30 to 11.00am. Come join and enjoy!
- Dry July – Health and wellbeing while supporting a good cause. Go alcohol free this July, give the body a detox and show your support to those fighting cancer. Read about Dry July and how you can contribute here.
- Staying connected – Every Monday attend Karakia at our Marae from 8:30am with Matua Hare Paniora and others great way to start your week.
- Auckland Events – see what’s happening in Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland including free events for the whole family. Auckland Events – Family, Festivals and more – OurAuckland (aucklandcouncil.govt.nz)
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Taha Hinengaro
(Mental & emotional) |
- Support services – A reminder you and your family are able to access FREE and confidential support in a range of support services from EAP services as well as a range of wellbeing resources on navigating change available through Taumauri.
- Wellbeing plans – No better time than now to create a wellbeing plan for yourself or together as a team. See our attached templates to help get you on your way to finding balance and putting strategies into place to grow your wellbeing.
- Mindfulness month July – check out further details here
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Recipe ideas!
This month how about trying a new yummy Salted and Chocolate Caramel Crackers slice baked by our Wellbeing and Safety Lead, Jo Adlam. Feel free to give it a try!
Salty caramel and chocolate crackers
Do you have a specialty recipe? Or have any ideas you would like to share with the Wellbeing and Safety team, please get in touch at safety@unitec.ac.nz
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