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‘Mind Your Art’ Competition and Exhibition
headspace Port Macquarie are encouraging young people of all capabilities to engage in the arts in support of Mental Health Month in October. The 'Mind Your Art' competition is accepting entries of 2 or 3 dimensional pieces, including (but not limited to) drawing, painting, photography, mosaic and digital design. This year’s Mental Health Month theme is ‘Share the Journey’. It focuses on the importance of social connections, our journey to better mental health and our ability to cope with life’s…
Find out more »Study Skills & Stress Management
Learn about how you learn, which study techniques suit you best, how to manage your time and deal with procrastination and exam day nerves. Get yourself off on the right foot for a healthy, not-too-stressed and productive final term, and plan now for years 11 & 12. Hands-on workshop with lots of activities and discussion. Handouts, resources and a light lunch included. Led by KYDS specialist adolescent counsellors and psychologists.
Find out more »headspace Day celebrations and centre opening
Check out our new home this headspace day! Drop in anytime throughout the afternoon to join in any of our activities, or just take a walk through the new centre. **** PROGRAM OF EVENTS **** Official speeches kick off at 3.15pm Smoking Ceremony by local Elder Uncle Gee from 3.30pm Activities and centre tours from 4pm onwards: • Free Sausage Sizzle • Open Mic Sessions (music and spoken word - book your time slot here! https://form.jotform.co/72708585600863) • Yoga Taster Classes…
Find out more »Paws for a Second
If you’re a local young person studying for exams or assessments and need a break, why don’t you paws for a second and have some fun with puppies? Acknowledging Mental Health Month and working with PAWS Pet Therapy, this initiative has been developed by the Camden Youth Council for local young people who are looking for a much needed study break.
Find out more »Free 3-minute Massages for students
Take time out during your studies and relax those muscles with 3 minute massages in the study area at the Lionel Bowen Library. Free for young residents aged 12 to 24 years.
Find out more »HSC Rescue and ‘Love Your Mind’ Study Breaks
HELPING YOU WITH YOUR HSC PREP AT ROCKDALE LIBRARY TOTALLY QUIET STUDY SPACE Monday– Thursday from 9 October – 2 November 3pm-5pm STUDY BREAKS – LOVE YOUR MIND! Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings on the 10th, 12th, 17th and 19th October from 4:30pm-6:30pm Free Pizza ✦ Laughter For Stress Busting Relaxation & Mindfulness ✦ Massage Giant Games
Find out more »Paws for a Second
If you’re a local young person studying for exams or assessments and need a break, why don’t you paws for a second and have some fun with puppies? Acknowledging Mental Health Month and working with PAWS Pet Therapy, this initiative has been developed by the Camden Youth Council for local young people who are looking for a much needed study break.
Find out more »PROOF the play performance for high school students in Armidale
PROOF the play is presented by the Armidale Drama and Musical Society for eight performances from 6th to 14th October at TAS Hoskins Theatre. On Thursday 12th October at 12.30pm a a special matinee will be performed for high school students in Armidale. This will be followed by a Q&A with the four cast members and the director. PROOF is a play about mathematical quests, curiosity, envy, creativity and mental illness. Full of contrasts hot and cold, passionate and detached,…
Find out more »HSC Rescue and ‘Love Your Mind’ Study Breaks
HELPING YOU WITH YOUR HSC PREP AT ROCKDALE LIBRARY TOTALLY QUIET STUDY SPACE Monday– Thursday from 9 October – 2 November 3pm-5pm STUDY BREAKS – LOVE YOUR MIND! Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings on the 10th, 12th, 17th and 19th October from 4:30pm-6:30pm Free Pizza ✦ Laughter For Stress Busting Relaxation & Mindfulness ✦ Massage Giant Games
Find out more »Mind-Field: Keeping your mind healthy
School, uni, work, relationships, spirituality! Sometimes life can be like a minefield and super stressful! Life as a young Muslim can be tough but learning to take care of yourself - especially your mental health - is important. You are not alone. Come to a relaxed safe space with people your age to learn about dealing with life's pressures. Includes: Free BBQ Workshops Info Stalls
Find out more »Paws for a Second
If you’re a local young person studying for exams or assessments and need a break, why don’t you paws for a second and have some fun with puppies? Acknowledging Mental Health Month and working with PAWS Pet Therapy, this initiative has been developed by the Camden Youth Council for local young people who are looking for a much needed study break.
Find out more »Market For Your Mind
Mosman Youth will be hosting a youth designed and driven community market to increase awareness of mental health organisations and to provide tips for maintaining mental and physical wellbeing. The event is on Monday 16, October from 3:30-6pm at the Mosman Village Green The market will also feature various recreation activities, all with the purpose of de-stressing and encouraging mindfulness. Activities on offer include a drum circle, slacklining, live art, yoga, meditation, live nutrition education sessions, and participants will walk…
Find out more »HSC Rescue and ‘Love Your Mind’ Study Breaks
HELPING YOU WITH YOUR HSC PREP AT ROCKDALE LIBRARY TOTALLY QUIET STUDY SPACE Monday– Thursday from 9 October – 2 November 3pm-5pm STUDY BREAKS – LOVE YOUR MIND! Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings on the 10th, 12th, 17th and 19th October from 4:30pm-6:30pm Free Pizza ✦ Laughter For Stress Busting Relaxation & Mindfulness ✦ Massage Giant Games
Find out more »Paws for a Second
If you’re a local young person studying for exams or assessments and need a break, why don’t you paws for a second and have some fun with puppies? Acknowledging Mental Health Month and working with PAWS Pet Therapy, this initiative has been developed by the Camden Youth Council for local young people who are looking for a much needed study break.
Find out more »How to deal with the stress of the HSC
Are you feeling under pressure? With final exams and the HSC looming, it’s understandable if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed. In fact, it’s perfectly normal. Stress and anxiety are part of the process for most people but it’s important to make sure you’re dealing with high emotions in a healthy way and reach out for help and advice when you need it. We want you to succeed. Macquarie University has sought the expert advice of thought leaders in emotional health…
Find out more »HSC Rescue and ‘Love Your Mind’ Study Breaks
HELPING YOU WITH YOUR HSC PREP AT ROCKDALE LIBRARY TOTALLY QUIET STUDY SPACE Monday– Thursday from 9 October – 2 November 3pm-5pm STUDY BREAKS – LOVE YOUR MIND! Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings on the 10th, 12th, 17th and 19th October from 4:30pm-6:30pm Free Pizza ✦ Laughter For Stress Busting Relaxation & Mindfulness ✦ Massage Giant Games
Find out more »SSPAN Young Writers Award 2017
This is the second year of the Young Writers Award. It is a creative writing competition for students in high schools in the Shoalhaven. Students are invited to submit a short story or poem inspired by the 2017 theme 'Share the Journey'. The date for submission of work is Friday 15 September and a presentation evening is organised for Friday 20 October. It is a project of the Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention and Awareness Network, a group of representatives from local…
Find out more »Paws for a Second
If you’re a local young person studying for exams or assessments and need a break, why don’t you paws for a second and have some fun with puppies? Acknowledging Mental Health Month and working with PAWS Pet Therapy, this initiative has been developed by the Camden Youth Council for local young people who are looking for a much needed study break.
Find out more »Paws for a Second
If you’re a local young person studying for exams or assessments and need a break, why don’t you paws for a second and have some fun with puppies? Acknowledging Mental Health Month and working with PAWS Pet Therapy, this initiative has been developed by the Camden Youth Council for local young people who are looking for a much needed study break.
Find out more »Paws for a Second
If you’re a local young person studying for exams or assessments and need a break, why don’t you paws for a second and have some fun with puppies? Acknowledging Mental Health Month and working with PAWS Pet Therapy, this initiative has been developed by the Camden Youth Council for local young people who are looking for a much needed study break.
Find out more »Let’s Talk – Young Workers and Mental Health in the Workplace
SafeWork NSW and the Young Workers' Mental Health Collaboration are hosting a "Let's Talk - Young Workers Mental Health" seminar. Employers will discuss their approach to promoting the mental health of their workforces and young workers will speak of their own lived experiences with mental health issues. The event will include the following speakers - Mitch McPherson (2017 Tasmanian Young Australian of the Year) Few people have the drive and dedication of Mitch McPherson. When his younger brother Ty died…
Find out more »Takeover Basketball Tournament
Free mixed basketball tournament under 16 and over 16 to raise mental health awareness using the Five Ways to Wellbeing. Free mental health resources, food, prizes and giveaways. Dana Brown: 0417 684 871 danab@youthoffthestreets.com.au
Find out more »Mosh For Mental Health 2018
This year, for Mental Health Month, Sydney Youth Music (SYM) is hosting an intimate live show featuring local bands Yours Truly, Diplazar, Ænon and Afterthought. It is through this event that we want to speak about the importance of mental health and encourage communication relating to mental health, particularly between young people.
Find out more »Byron Youth Theatre performance
Mind Made Me is a dynamic thought provoking performance which explores issues of depression, anxiety, negative body image and non suicidal self harm. Created for young people by young people, it utilises slam poetry, movement, dark comedy and stylised scenes. This special schools performance will engage audience members in a Q&A with the cast and some interactive exercises. It is important to contact the organiser Lisa Apostolides if you wish to attend.
Find out more »Youth Movie Night
featuring WONDER entry fee will include movie and food. guests presenters and much more
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