HALO programs
Welcome to our October newsletter. Our HALO program is designed to help our community to 'Find Your 30'. Thirty minutes per day of moderate to intense physical activity is what's recommended under Australia's Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines.
We hope our newsletter will assist you in finding free or low cost ways to increase your physical activity.
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Improve your wellbeing by staying healthy,
active and connected
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Come and Try Walking Netball
Whether you've played netball, or are new to the game, walking netball is the perfect way to keep active and have some fun.
Walking netball is a modified version of traditional netball and is appropriate for any age or fitness level. There is no running or jumping, non contact, shorter game time and rolling subs.
Why not come along to a FREE Come and Try at Noarlunga Recreation Centre on Wednesday 10 November 2021. For more information...
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Disc Golf is here!
Disc golf is a great activity for the whole family.
It's played much like traditional golf however players use a flying disc and is thrown into a special net.
SA Disc Golf have a League Compettion at Wilfred Taylor Reserve, Morphett Vale. The competition is held monthly on a Sunday until May 2022.
Bookings are required and costs $5 per player. For further information ...
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OUTFIT Onkaparinga
Term 4 has commenced
If you want to use outdoor fitness equipment, participate in a fitness class, or just want to get active, then OUTFIT Onkaparinga is designed for you!
Join our FREE group exercise sessions with a personal trainer at various times and locations. Learn to use outdoor fitness equipment safely and effectively. All sessions provide alternative exercises making them accessible to all fitness levels and suitable for adults of all ages.
Bookings are essential. For further information ...
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Beach Volleyball is back at Port Noarlunga
Are you interested in playing a popular Olympic sport on one of our amazing beaches?
Volleyball SA are hosting a Twilight social competition at Port Noarlunga Beach just north of the jetty on Wednesday evenings.
Registration fees and weekly fees apply. Hurry registrations are closing soon. Find out more ...
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Variety Activate Inclusion Sports Day
Disability Sports Australia and Variety Club are providing Variety Activate Inclusion Sports Days (AISD) to give kids the opportunity to try sports they might otherwise miss out on. Aimed at kids aged 5-18 with learning difficulties, intellectual, sensory and physical disabilities, the day is an opportunity to have a go in a fun and inclusive environment.
The day involves a range of sports to try and AISD encourage and empower kids to explore sporting opportunities in their local community.
Registrations are essential and will be held on Tuesday 30 November from 10am to 1pm at Noarlunga Aquatic and Recreation Centre. Find out more...
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parkrun
If you haven't yet tried parkrun, you dont know what your missing!
parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km timed walk, jog or run held every Saturday at 8am and we have five locations within our city. Its a great community event run by volunteers and is open to everyone of all abilities and ages.
Join in the fun! Find out more...
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Other initiatives to stay healthy,
active and connected
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Heart Foundation Walking
Ready to go the distance?
Registrations for the Heart Foundation's MyMarathon are now open. Sign up for this fitness and fundraising challenge and walk or run 42.2km while helping to raise funds for lifesaving heart disease research.
You can run it in a day, pound it out in a week or walk it throughout the month of October, either solo or part of a workplace or social team. It can be done anytime, anywhere, from your backyard to your local park.
You could also join one of our FREE Heart Foundation Walking groups in our area to assist you to reduce stress, be more alert, have a healthier body and build strong relationships. Find out more...
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Wellbeing SA
Wellbeing SA is a new government agency to create a balanced health and wellbeing system that supports improved physical, mental and social wellbeing for all South Australians.
Being active and healthy can shape our overall health and wellbeing. Establishing healthy habits is important, no matter what our age, as they will positively impact our physical and mental health now and in the future. Our healthy habits can also motivate others to make healthier choices each and every day.
Explore Wellbeing SA's resources and activities to help you and your family to establish your own healthy habits, such as:
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Billion Steps Challenge
It's not too late! During October South Australians are invited to step up to the challenge and make every step count, by registering for the Billion Steps Challenge and reach a goal of 1,000,000,000 steps!
Sign up is free, and log into the 10,000 Steps website to see your customised interactive dashboard page. Users can enter their daily pedometer steps or sync with their fitness device and/or add their extra physical activity in minutes. The dashboard also includes goal setting, weight and waist tracking, friends, leader boards etc.
Get involved and find out more...
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Get Healthy Information and Coaching Service
Your FREE SA Health service providing the expertise and motivation from a free health coach to help your reach your health goals. See how the below tools and tips can help find the healthier, happier you:
Visit Get Healthy or call 1300 806 258 for further information
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October 2021 is also Walktober SA
During the month of October go for a walk for Walktober SA. October is ideal month for walking - the temperatures are mild and the evenings are getting longer, so let's go for a walk.
To find a walking event or a great trail near you visit Walking SA
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Sports Vouchers
Did you know that your child could be entitled to a discount on their sport registration fees?
The Sports Vouchers program provides an opportunity for primary school aged children from Reception to Year 7 to receive up to a $100 discount on sports or dance membership/registration fees and learn to swim programs. Find out more...
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus) community information update
For regular updates on council services and events affected by the virus please visit City of Onkaparinga website.
For the latest information on COVID-19 in South Australia, please visit www.covid-19.sa.gov.au or call the SA COVID-19 Information Line on 1800 253 787
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