FREE Wellbeing Sessions - Join Our Safe Online Space
Whakatau Mai I The Wellbeing Sessions, by Changing Minds are all FREE and running to the end of October.
As part of the Covid-19 Recovery Package, the Ministry of Health have given us funding to offer a wide range of sessions to support Kiwis during and beyond lockdown.
Sessions on offer include:
• Flexible Fitness (no workout gear - exercise at home, your desk, anywhere! All fitness levels catered for)
• Strong Body, Strong Mind (strength training - no equipment needed, all fitness levels catered for)
• Qigong (Yang-based Tai Chi)
• Art Yoga (using colour, music and art to express yourself)
• Mindfulness and Awareness (a six-week series on practising mindfulness to help you overcome current challenges and build resilience)
• Mindful Journaling (a short meditation followed by guided journaling to get in touch with your inner self and emotions, and navigate through these)
• Guided Meditation (a beautiful guided meditation to clear the chakras and support energy flow)
• Eating Difficulties Support Group (a four week series offering support and guidance for those who find themselves responding to distress by controlling eating habits and/or developing an unhealthy body image)
• Mad Poets - Open Mic Night (share your poetry at our online Open Mic Night, hosted by the Mad Poets Canterbury)
• Supporting Families – hosted by Supporting Families NZ, for whanau/family support, each session has a different theme, previous sessions include Understanding Anxiety and Effective Communication)
…and many more to come, we are adding new sessions weekly including an LGBTQI+ support group, and an open Drop-In support group!
Guests join us for support, and to connect for their wellbeing. They are able to learn new skills, discover more about themselves and feel emotionally supported and connected in our safe space.
These sessions are all hosted online on a private, secure Zoom link. To register, visit us at www.wellbeingsessions.nz... find your event and follow the registration prompts.
We would love to have you join us!!
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.7% Yes
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33.5% Maybe?
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24.8% No
Tips and advice to stay street smart this summer
Summer is finally here!
Time for BBQs, holidays, Christmas, travelling and events galore.
We've put together a whole range of tips and advice so you can put your feet up and relax this summer, knowing that it's all good in your hood.
Our first piece of advice to make your neighbourhood safer this summer, is to get to know the people who live around you! People who know each other are more likely to offer, accept, and ask for help when needed.
Shop Safe - Preventing Fraud & Scams
You might find yourself making more purchases than usual at this time of year, and many of those might be online, so here's a set of tips and advice to make sure you stay safe and secure whilst doing your Christmas shopping this year. And remember to think about the security of your online shopping when it gets delivered!
Heading away this summer?
It's a busy time of year on new Zealand roads and everyone wants to get from A to B safely. It's also important that your home stays safe while you're away enjoying your 'home away from home'. We have put together a set of tips and advice to help make that happen!
Keeping your car, home and belongings safe
From recording valuable possessions to securing locks, keeping valuables hidden and informing trusted neighbours that you will be away, there are many things you can do to keep your car, home, and belongings safe. Here's a bunch of handy tips!
Party planning checklist and fire-wise tips
Whether it’s a small backyard gathering, or a big celebration for a special occasion, a little extra planning and consideration will go a long way in keeping you, your guests, and your neighbours happy. We also have some tips to make sure you and your families stay fire-wise during summer.
Get to know your neighbours - look out, reach out, help out
The most important action you can take to make your community safer is get to know the people who live around you. People who know each other are more likely to offer, accept, and ask for help when needed.
It is also important to know who to contact in an emergency and when to use the non-emergency contact for NZ Police. Learn more about Neighbourhood Support, get tips on getting to know your neighbours and the best way to contact the police below.
Strong communities start with small hellos
In terms of crime prevention, your neighbours are the best and cheapest security system you can have. You don't have to love your neighbour, but at least get their number just in case!
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Have a happy, safe and connected summer!
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