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Don’t Face Financial Stress Alone
Financial stress often hits during life’s toughest moments, but free, confidential help is available.
5 Min
Lonely? Join the Club.
The world has become a lonelier place. Discover ways in which you can rebuild connection.
7 Min
Is AI Your Mate?
AI is incredible... but before you dump your fleshly friends there are a few really important things to consider.
5 Min
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Don’t Face Financial Stress Alone
Financial stress often hits during life’s toughest moments, but free, confidential help is available.
5 Min
Lonely? Join the Club.
The world has become a lonelier place. Discover ways in which you can rebuild connection.
7 Min
Is AI Your Mate?
AI is incredible... but before you dump your fleshly friends there are a few really important things to consider.
5 Min
Supportive grounding

This practise enables you to centre your mind and body, reconnecting to a sense of grounded, balanced awareness. During the practise you are guided to anchor into the nourishing and soothing qualities of the breath. You are also guided to welcome and release tension and sensations in the legs and feet.

Basic grounding

This short, simple mindfulness workout will enable you to centre your mind and body and connect with the present moment.

Mindful breathing

Mindful breathing is a simple method for re-connecting with the present moment. This practise only takes a few minutes and can be used at any time, particularly if you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed.

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Supportive grounding

This practise enables you to centre your mind and body, reconnecting to a sense of grounded, balanced awareness. During the practise you are guided to anchor into the nourishing and soothing qualities of the breath. You are also guided to welcome and release tension and sensations in the legs and feet.

Basic grounding

This short, simple mindfulness workout will enable you to centre your mind and body and connect with the present moment.

Mindful breathing

Mindful breathing is a simple method for re-connecting with the present moment. This practise only takes a few minutes and can be used at any time, particularly if you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed.

Understanding Endometriosis

Women’s Health Week

Caring Conversations

How to have safe conversations about mental health at work

Joy Boost

Unlocking the power of everyday wonders

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Understanding Endometriosis

Women’s Health Week

Caring Conversations

How to have safe conversations about mental health at work

Joy Boost

Unlocking the power of everyday wonders

S1 E5 with plane crash survivor Guy “Digger” Boland

Listen to Guy Boland's story of remarkable resilience and discover what has helped most in his recovery.

S3 E1 Plain language can prevent suicide

Dean Bayliss, a proud Gomeroi man and CEO of Healing Works Australia, talks about suicide prevention among First Nation's People.

S2 E7 A life of purpose: ex-cop finds meaning after PTSD

We speak with former police officer James Maskey, who works at Fortem Australia, a not-for-profit wellbeing support organisation for first responders and their families.

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S1 E5 with plane crash survivor Guy “Digger” Boland

Listen to Guy Boland's story of remarkable resilience and discover what has helped most in his recovery.

S3 E1 Plain language can prevent suicide

Dean Bayliss, a proud Gomeroi man and CEO of Healing Works Australia, talks about suicide prevention among First Nation's People.

S2 E7 A life of purpose: ex-cop finds meaning after PTSD

We speak with former police officer James Maskey, who works at Fortem Australia, a not-for-profit wellbeing support organisation for first responders and their families.

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Outback Tom yarns with mob about being a good ally to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Yorta Yorta man Tom Forrest aka Outback Tom yarns with First Nations folks about how allies can actively participate in reconciliation and be there for mob.

Linda: unfinished journey

This is the story of Linda Burney, a woman who has overcome extraordinary adversity to become a great leader in the Australian community, described by the author as ‘the most remarkable woman I’ve ever met’.

Dadirri

Dr Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr discusses ‘Dadirri’, the practise of Deep Inner Listening and quiet still awareness, which connects us and nurtures spiritual well-being

wisdom
Outback Tom yarns with mob about being a good ally to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Yorta Yorta man Tom Forrest aka Outback Tom yarns with First Nations folks about how allies can actively participate in reconciliation and be there for mob.

Linda: unfinished journey

This is the story of Linda Burney, a woman who has overcome extraordinary adversity to become a great leader in the Australian community, described by the author as ‘the most remarkable woman I’ve ever met’.

Dadirri

Dr Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr discusses ‘Dadirri’, the practise of Deep Inner Listening and quiet still awareness, which connects us and nurtures spiritual well-being

Frog: The Secret Diary of a Paramedic by Sally Gould
Sally Gould

​In Frog, Sally Gould shares a raw, witty memoir of paramedic life—trauma, absurdity, resilience, and dark humour—revealing the hidden emotional toll behind the sirens.​

Just one thing
Dr Rick Hanson

With over 50 daily practices you can use anytime, anywhere, Just One Thing is a groundbreaking combination of mindfulness meditation & neuroscience that can help you deepen your sense of well-being & unconditional happiness.

Linda: unfinished journey
Noel Beddoe

This is the story of Linda Burney, a woman who has overcome extraordinary adversity to become a great leader in the Australian community, described by the author as ‘the most remarkable woman I’ve ever met’.

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Frog: The Secret Diary of a Paramedic by Sally Gould
Sally Gould

​In Frog, Sally Gould shares a raw, witty memoir of paramedic life—trauma, absurdity, resilience, and dark humour—revealing the hidden emotional toll behind the sirens.​

Just one thing
Dr Rick Hanson

With over 50 daily practices you can use anytime, anywhere, Just One Thing is a groundbreaking combination of mindfulness meditation & neuroscience that can help you deepen your sense of well-being & unconditional happiness.

Linda: unfinished journey
Noel Beddoe

This is the story of Linda Burney, a woman who has overcome extraordinary adversity to become a great leader in the Australian community, described by the author as ‘the most remarkable woman I’ve ever met’.

WHO Commission on Social Connection

Sharing our stories of social isolation and loneliness is the first step towards harnessing the power of connection. 

Why having fun is the secret to a healthier life

Science journalist Catherine Price proposes a new definition of fun and shares easy, evidence-backed ways to weave playfulness, flow and connection into your everyday life.

Outback Tom yarns with mob about being a good ally to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Yorta Yorta man Tom Forrest aka Outback Tom yarns with First Nations folks about how allies can actively participate in reconciliation and be there for mob.

videos
WHO Commission on Social Connection

Sharing our stories of social isolation and loneliness is the first step towards harnessing the power of connection. 

Why having fun is the secret to a healthier life

Science journalist Catherine Price proposes a new definition of fun and shares easy, evidence-backed ways to weave playfulness, flow and connection into your everyday life.

Outback Tom yarns with mob about being a good ally to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Yorta Yorta man Tom Forrest aka Outback Tom yarns with First Nations folks about how allies can actively participate in reconciliation and be there for mob.

Financial Wellbeing and General Life Satisfaction in Australia
Financial well-being amongst elderly Australians: The role of consumption patterns and financial literacy
The impact of financial literacy on financial well-being: a systematic literature review

​This review found that financial literacy strongly impacts financial well-being, shaped by behaviour, social influences, and digital skills.​

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Financial Wellbeing and General Life Satisfaction in Australia
Financial well-being amongst elderly Australians: The role of consumption patterns and financial literacy
The impact of financial literacy on financial well-being: a systematic literature review

​This review found that financial literacy strongly impacts financial well-being, shaped by behaviour, social influences, and digital skills.​

Colouring in: afternoon cup of tea
Suitable for teen & adult

Take a mindful pause as you drink your tea slowly and reverently.

Gratitude list
Suitable for primary age & teen

Write a list of 5 things you are grateful for, and then add some colour.

Colouring in: robot
Suitable for preschool & primary age

Add some colour to Rodney the Robot and remember, showing emotion doesn’t make you weak, it makes you less of a robot and more human.

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Colouring in: afternoon cup of tea
Suitable for teen & adult

Take a mindful pause as you drink your tea slowly and reverently.

Gratitude list
Suitable for primary age & teen

Write a list of 5 things you are grateful for, and then add some colour.

Colouring in: robot
Suitable for preschool & primary age

Add some colour to Rodney the Robot and remember, showing emotion doesn’t make you weak, it makes you less of a robot and more human.

The Salvation Army Australia

The Salvation Army supports over a million Australians weekly through food, shelter, financial aid, addiction support, and crisis care, while also facing rising demand and reduced donations during the cost-of-living crisis.

Endometriosis Australia

Get the facts about endometriosis. Discover how workplaces can take action to support their employees with endometriosis.

Financial Counselling Australia

Financial Counselling Australia (FCA) is the peak body for financial counsellors in Australia.

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The Salvation Army Australia

The Salvation Army supports over a million Australians weekly through food, shelter, financial aid, addiction support, and crisis care, while also facing rising demand and reduced donations during the cost-of-living crisis.

Endometriosis Australia

Get the facts about endometriosis. Discover how workplaces can take action to support their employees with endometriosis.

Financial Counselling Australia

Financial Counselling Australia (FCA) is the peak body for financial counsellors in Australia.