Tag: Wellbeing

Anywhere but here: MCA Primavera Acquisitions responds to the global upheaval of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Recognising that pre-existing issues have been aggravated by the current crisis- it considers ideas of labour and domesticity- wellbeing and community- place and urbanism.The exhibition draws from the MCA's collection of works by artists who have participated in Primavera- the MCA's annual exhibition of young Australian artists aged 35 and under. While these works were created prior to the pandemic- it provides a lens for approaching them in new terms. Emma White questions capitalist demands on productivity- while Keg de Souza highlights housing instability and the importance of public space. Hiromi Tango invites us to experience the therapeutic benefits of movement and self-expression- and Dion Beasley draws us back to the local- encouraging us to deepen our social connections. The selected works highlight longstanding strains on society that need to be addressed.Anywhere but here borrows its title from a work by Matthew Griffin. As a throwaway statement- it's something any one of us might mutter under our breath in the present moment. Restlessness is one of many responses we could land on- as our emotions fluctuate along with the news cycle.While considering the immediate impacts of the pandemic on contemporary society- Anywhere but here meditates on the potential for lasting structural change.CuratorsStephanie Berlangieri and Lucy LatellaArtistsSuzannah BartaDion BeasleyShaun GladwellMatthew GriffinFelicia KanPaul KnightMoya McKennaJess MacNeilTV MooreNellKeg de SouzaHiromi TangoEmma White

Cloud Studies is the first solo exhibition in Australia by Forensic Architecture- a research agency comprised of architects- artists- filmmakers- journalists- scientists- lawyers and other specialists who undertake investigations into human rights abuses- state violence and environmental crimes around the world.Using the disciplinary tools of both architecture and forensics- Forensic Architecture have given rise to a new form of investigative practice that seeks to uncover- analyse and present evidence from the crimes of our recent past and consider the convergence of architecture- media- and violence.In Cloud Studies- Forensic Architecture contend with the interconnectedness of global atmospheres. The work brings together eight recent investigations under a single theme- toxic clouds. In a year of bushfire- pandemic and protest- where toxic clouds colonise the air we breathe and shape the way we connect- Cloud Studies presents evidence of perseverance and resistance.The exhibition is extended by related investigations and a publication- Responses to the Cloud- that explores the themes of Cloud Studies from a local context- with new writing by Joel Spring- Saba Bebawi- Jason De Santolo- Tom Melick- Nikki Lam- Thalia Anthony- Micaela Sahhar and curators Stella Rosa McDonald and Eleanor Zeichner. As part of our commitment to accessibility- audio recordings of these texts read by their authors are available below. Audio described tours of the exhibition are available on request.Covid-19 safetyWe want to keep you safe at UTS. Please follow these safety measures to safeguard the wellbeing of all our visitors.You must not visit UTS Gallery if you have: a cough- sore throat- fever- runny nose- loss of smell or loss of tastetravelled to a restricted area in the last 14 daysbeen diagnosed with Covid-19 or come into contact with someone who has been diagnosed in the last two weeksWhen at UTS Gallery you must: maintain 1.5 metres physical distance from others where possibleregister your contact details upon entry to UTS Gallery to enable contact tracing if necessaryuse the provided hand sanitiser at the entrance to the Galleryrespect those around you — pay attention to others' body language- take responsibility for your own behaviour and speak up if you feel uncomfortableGroups larger than 10 must be booked in advance by emailing utsgallery@uts.edu.au. Groups larger than 20 are not permitted.Further information on visiting UTS can be found at this information page.

Increase flexibility- tone-up- improve your health and wellbeing. Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre has a brand new yoga timetable- we can't wait to see you.Timetable:- Yoga: Monday- 12:45pmPilates: Tuesday- 12:45pmPilates: Tuesday- 5:30pmYoga: Wednesday- 12:45pmYoga: Thursday- 12:45pmYoga: Friday- 12:45pmClasses are free for 360 All Access members- $21.60 for non-members- or trial for free with a 3-day pass- by visiting here.

Hybrid is an exhibition of 9 new works commissioned by the Powerhouse that interrogate the contemporary urban condition and explore the role of the home in 2030.Nine design studios have collaborated with researchers and practitioners from diverse industries to create furniture and objects exploring the rapidly changing global landscape and the most pressing issues of our time.The selected designers have responded to issues such as the global pandemic- poor air quality- bush fires- rising temperatures and wellbeing to premiere new objects ranging from a contemporary home shrine- objects to refocus and de-stress- a responsive light source that brings the experiences of nature into the home- a table from recycled plastic to artefacts developed from the objects left behind by the deceased.This is a COVID-safe event as part of Sydney Craft Week 2020.

In conjunction with the easing restrictions of the COVID-19 public health measures enforced by the NSW Government and Football NSW- Centennial Parklands Sports Centre (CPSC) are thrilled to re-instate the Friday Night 7v7 outdoor soccer competition.Competition Commence Date: Friday 25 September 2020Competition Duration: 12 WeeksWho can play?: Anyone! Returning teams- new teams and individuals looking to find a teamHow can I register? Click this link to register online NOW!Team registrationThe team captain can register on behalf of the whole team. Ensure they have all contact information ready for each team member prior to registering as part of post COVID practices (more information below).Individual RegistrationUsing the registration link above- create your profile and register as an individual. Staff at CPSC will place you in a social team. Conditions of registrationTo ensure the health- safety and wellbeing of all patrons of the centre- all players must adhere to the following requirements of the competition:All players MUST be registered in the competition. To complete your team or individual registration- please click here.Returning teams are still required to register for this competition. Teams and individuals will not be permitted to take the field of play unless they are registered.All players MUST sign on and list their name on the scoresheet prior the commencement of the gameMatch referees will cross-check player sign on prior to the match commencingAll teams will need to provide their own bibs and or training kitsCOVID-19 measuresSpecific COVID-19 response strategies are in place around the CPSC venues to ensure the utmost health and hygiene practices are implemented. All players MUST obey all signage and engage in the following behaviours-Do not participate in the competition if you are feeling unwell- have COVID-19 symptoms or have tested positive for COVID-19Use the hand sanitizers provided around the venue prior- during and post gamesObey all signage and protocols implemented by CPSC that relate to social distancing measures- maximum capacity in certain areas- hygiene procedures- crowd control and spectator managementTo find out more information about the COVID-19 'Return to Sport' strategies please visit the CPSC COVID-19 Website Page or the NSW Government- Office of Sport WebsiteThe staff at CPSC are excited to present the 7v7 Soccer Competition! We cannot wait to see your familiar faces at the centre enjoying the World Game! ⚽We anticipate the competition to fill up quickly- register now to avoid disappointment!  

This is a fun online course that is suitable for every body. From the comfort of your home- you will be facilitated through a range of improvisation exercises designed to give your brain a work-out and build present moment awareness. You will also be guided through a combination of mindfulness practices including yoga- meditation and breathing.The idea is to give you a variety of different skills to manage stress- reduce anxiety and most importantly- have fun! Each week will have a different theme- and a variety of creative ways for you to find more ease and joy in your day to day life at home. You will be working with two facilitators- Natascha and Laura.Natascha Flowers is a qualified yoga teacher- social worker- trauma counsellor and actor. Natascha has facilitated a range of creative- movement-based and mental health groups. As a social worker and counsellor- Natascha has worked with people experiencing homelessness- refugees and asylum seekers- people with disabilities- people impacted by eating and body image concerns and survivors of child abuse and complex trauma. She teaches yoga regularly- and has completed training in teaching yoga for trauma- mental health and body image- as well as accessible- body positive yoga. Natascha offers a warm- inclusive and encouraging approach to everyone she works with. She is committed to creating a supportive and safe space in all her work.Laura Hart is a qualified mental health first aider. She has been performing for over fifteen years. She has worked creatively with not for profit organisations such as Camp Quality- The Starlight Children's Foundation- Ted Noffs and Milkcrate Theatre. Laura is a 2017 Young Social Pioneer with the Foundation for Young Australians - developing and sharing her improv comedy program for people with anxiety. Laura has trained at Improv Theatre Sydney- Impro Australia and the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York. She holds a Bachelor of Communications from Charles Sturt University with a major in Theatre and Media. Laura is particularly interested in how improvisation and mental wellbeing intersect. She sees humour as a tool to build resilience- and uses improv as a mindfulness practice. Laura is a member of the ITS faculty and ensemble- and the company's Outreach- Diversity & Inclusion Officer.This workshop is supported by the Foundation for Young Australians. Participants must be aged between 18 - 30.

A dramatic presentation of the earliest surviving music drama by 12th-century Abbess- visionary- and natural philosopher- Hildegard of Bingen.One of the earliest-named composers in Western musical history and outspoken in her dealings with princes and popes in mediaeval Europe- Abbess Hildegard of Bingen created the earliest-known opera or music drama- Ordo Virtutum- for the female inmates of her Abbey at Rupertsberg. The Song Company presents a semi-staged performance - directed by Leonie Cambage - of Hildegard's story of the internal struggle of a Soul battling for her mental well-being with seventeen Virtues on one side and the Devil on the other...

Gecko Ensembles help children and young people aged 5 to 17 explore their imaginations and tap into their potential. It'...

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