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25.01.2022 Have you been taking advantage of the seasonal produce that's available in summer? If you need help understanding what's in season, or some great recipes to make the most of these foods we have some delicious recipes for you. https://joom.ag/hGBC/p4

23.01.2022 YMCA Victoria and Shane Riddle, MBA, our Executive Head of Technology and Strategy, are featured in the December edition of Technology Magazine. Shane had been with the Y only seven weeks before COVID-19 hit, but he has been an integral part of the innovative approach the Y has taken to managing this crisis. In the feature, Shane discusses how the Y has successfully used #technology to innovate during the COVID-19 pandemic, including how we were able to administer the #jobkeeperpayment for our staff and the introduction of our first-ever online booking system. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/36ajlYJ

22.01.2022 If you love beauty products, the holiday season, gift ideas or all of the above, this week’s Y-solation has your Thursday night viewing covered! Join Ang, guru of all thing’s beauty and gifts as she takes you through where to save and spend this festive season. Ang will be going through her fav beauty advent calendars of 2020 and will begin her battle of the beauty boxes, you don’t want to miss it! See you this Thursday at 6pm live here on our Facebook page.

21.01.2022 Do you think our politicians aren't doing enough to address an issue important to you, like the climate crisis, racial injustice or youth unemployment? Well now’s your chance to have your voice heard at the highest levels of the Victorian Parliament. YMCA Victoria Youth Parliament can offer you an opportunity to get involved in the parliamentary process by debating issues that are important to you. The program has helped to shape more than 30 laws, including laws on over the counter availability of the morning after pill and the banning of soft drinks in State Schools. Applications are now open.

20.01.2022 There are a combination of reasons as to why people experience more aches and pain during the colder winter months especially when the temperature drops down here in Melbourne. The cooler temperature can increase the experience of pain for many conditions, and particularly for arthritic conditions. Research hints at several possible explanations for an increase in aches related to arthritic knees, as well as feet, hands and necks all feeling more stiff and sore during ...the winter months. You can find out all about it in this seasons Healthy Living Magazine. Head to the Link below to brush up on the most recent facts

18.01.2022 The recent storms affected many of our communities in Eastern Victoria. Many homes and business were damaged and people are still currently without power. At the Y, we support our communities. That’s why we’re pleased to be offering free hot showers for those who need them at our centres. Please check the Facebook pages of Warragul Leisure Centre, YMCA South Gippsland SPLASH, YMCA Wonthaggi, YMCA Phillip Island and Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre for more information on ho...w to access a shower. All facilities will be following COVID-safe measures to keep us all safe. Our thoughts are with the communities who have been affected. We hope you recover from this soon and can get back to being the thriving communities that you are. Stay strong Victoria!

17.01.2022 Make your time at the gym count! This edition of the YMCA Healthy Living Magazine includes five top tips to increase muscle mass. https://joom.ag/hGBC/p18

17.01.2022 Carlton Baths is more than just your regular recreation centre. It’s a place where equality and inclusion is at the forefront of everything they do making it a true community hub for all inner north residents. To celebrate their community, Carlton Baths hosted their second sold-out Queer Soiree event as a part of Midsumma Festival in February 2020. The Queer Soiree marked an annual celebration of tireless work completed by the Carlton Baths team to provide a safe and inclu...sive space for all people in our community. Read more in our Annual Report 2019-20! https://bit.ly/391qxs5

17.01.2022 We are very excited to announce that we have been successful in our tender to operate the Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre, an exciting and innovative facility that will be a vibrant and inclusive community hub for fitness, aquatics and social connection. Excitingly, the centre is still being built and is due to open sometime after February 2021. We look forward to working with Latrobe City Council as we prepare for the grand opening, and beyond! [Image: A drone shot of the new Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre]

16.01.2022 Meet Virtual Y fitness instructor Marcella! You can find all of our free online fitness classes through Virtual Y here: https://bit.ly/3q4pXjl Let us know in the comments if you've tried (and loved!) Marcella’s classes!

15.01.2022 To combat the number of men experiencing low physical health, poor mental health and social isolation, Active Moreland launched Men of Moreland. The most profound change for me from Men of Moreland is how I would define masculinity... I now define masculinity as something that comes from within. For me, it’s finding the confidence to be the man that I am, to love him and be the best version of that man. I owe it to Men of Moreland for helping me find him. Read more about M...en of Moreland in our Annual Report 2019-20. https://bit.ly/2UIoFfd

14.01.2022 The Teenage Girls Retreat is a five-day program run by YMCA Peninsula Youth Services that offers a range of workshops and activities to help participants build confidence, increase self-esteem and develop strategies to navigate the challenges of their teenage years. The retreat taught me so many different ways to look after myself. I began to see that people supported me and wanted me to do well, which made me want to become the best version of myself. Over the past year, I... have actually been doing the things I learnt and now I feel like a completely different person. Read more about the Teenage Girls Retreat, as well as how YMCA Peninsula Youth Services is supporting their community in our Annual Report 2019-20. https://bit.ly/3nCnWJ5

14.01.2022 The end of 2019 and the beginning of 2020 in Australia was not a time for celebrating the New Year as we normally would. The country was being torn apart by the bushfires sweeping the nation. The loss of life, wildlife, property and nature is still difficult to comprehend. Read about how the Y provided support during the black summer in our Annual Report 2019-20. https://bit.ly/3nF8r2X

14.01.2022 In this latest edition of YMCA Healthy Living Magazine, staff from across the Y shared how they've kept active during lockdown. We've love to know how you kept active too - follow the instructions in the mag and you'll get chance to win a $100 voucher from We Feed You. https://joom.ag/UivC/p10

12.01.2022 Log in for an after school catch up diving deep into Pride and Art in this week's youth clubs! Make a note that this week Pride club has moved to 5pm, and don't forget to register your place here: https://bit.ly/2GC7MzA

11.01.2022 "Kindness boosts wellbeing". Mindfulness guru Fiona Kriaris talks about the importance of kindness in this season's YMCA Healthy Living Magazine. https://joom.ag/UivC/p13

10.01.2022 This week is national NAIDOC Week, an Australia wide celebration of the culture, history and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. This year’s theme is ‘Always Was, Always Will Be’. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders have existed on this continent for over 60,000 years and are the world’s oldest civilization. Celebrating NAIDOC week provides a great opportunity for everyone to get involved with and support their local Aboriginal and Torres Strait... Islander community, and help celebrate the rich history of this country. The YMCA acknowledges the traditional owners of the land, our Indigenous Australians, and pays respect to them, their culture and Elders past, present and emerging. Click the link to find out how you can get involved: https://www.naidoc.org.au/

10.01.2022 Winter School Holiday Program - Don’t forget to make your booking! School holidays are just around the corner and before you know it, your children will need to be entertained. We have tons of exciting activities planned that are guaranteed to be heaps of fun. Head to our website to secure your place today!

10.01.2022 Do you like being creative and connecting with others? Look no further! Check out what’s happening in our youth clubs this week, and don’t forget to register your place through the youth timetable here: https://bit.ly/3fhDRcI See you there

08.01.2022 Catch up, chat and connect in this week’s youth clubs! Join the fun and meet our awesome facilitators while making some new mates for summer, all you have to do is register on the youth timetable here: https://bit.ly/3lagrYi See you there!

06.01.2022 Looking for a place to cool down this summer? Then look no further than Melbourne's best outdoor pools: Carlton Baths, Northcote Aquatic & Recreation Centre, Brunswick Baths, Oak Park Sports and Aquatic Centre and Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre! Remember to check your local centre's socials on hot weather days to ensure capacity limits haven't been reached.

05.01.2022 Winter is here again, bringing with it new seasonal fruits and vegetables and new mealtime inspiration In this edition of Healthy Living Magazine, we tempt you with breakfast recipes for warming up on those frosty mornings (spiced banana pancakes and turmeric pear porridge are coming up). You’ll also want to check out our winter warmer dinners, including a veggie-rich chili con carne, green chicken curry and a simple, comforting paella. ... Don’t wait any longer - Click the link to access all of the above.

04.01.2022 Eating fresh food in season has a huge number of benefits. In season produce: Tastes better It's often cheaper Supports your body's nutritional needs It's more environmentally friendly... Find out what's in season so you can start reaping the benefits. https://joom.ag/UivC/p4

03.01.2022 Our Annual Report 2019-20 is now live! This year’s report reflects on one of the most challenging years in YMCA Victoria’s 176-year history, but it also highlights some of our incredible achievements. Whether it’s providing support during the bushfires, helping young ex-offenders turn their life around or supporting the health and wellbeing of young Victorians during COVID, we couldn’t have done it without the hard work and dedication of our staff and volunteers. Thank y...ou to each and every staff member and volunteer. You have made many sacrifices this year, and it’s because of you that the Y will come out of the COVID-19 pandemic stronger and more connected than ever before. We’d also like to thank the state and federal governments, as well as our local government partners. Without your support, the Y would not exist in the way it does today. https://annualreport.ymca.org.au/

02.01.2022 The Victorian Government is investing almost $5 billion over a decade to introduce funded Three-Year-Old Kindergarten. It’s rolling out in stages, and children across the state will benefit from 2022 with at least five hours of funded kindergarten each week. This will mean another year of learning, growing, playing and making friends for Victorian children. Find out more: vic.gov.au/kinder or get in touch with us today.

01.01.2022 We’re hiring! A number of exciting roles are available at Latrobe City Council's brand-spanking new Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre in Traralgon. Be a foundational member of the team at what will soon be a vibrant and thriving community hub for health, wellness and recreation. If you’re motivated, friendly and ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you! Some of the roles available:... Pool Lifeguard Health and Fitness Instructors Personal Trainers Group Fitness Instructors Swimming Teachers Customer Service Officer Café Attendants The Y embraces diversity with a range of full time, part time and casual employment opportunities available. [Pictured: A group fitness class in sessionl] http://victoria.ymca.org.au/about/careers.html