HALO programs
Welcome to our November 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 Footy
Discover SANFL and ECH Walking Footy, a modified Australian Rules Football program designed to be fun, safe and inclusive! No running or tackling, SANFL and ECH Walking Football is a 6-a-side mixed team game specifically created for older Australians.
Join the free come and try session at the Noarlunga Recreation Centre at 10am on Thursday 9 December. For more information...
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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 Recreation Centre. For more information...
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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.
After the successful come and try walking netball activity, a new competition has just commenced at Noarlunga Recreation Centre starting on Wednesday 17 November. Their are no designated teams, just turn up and play (after a warm up). For more information...
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The Longest Day
Its time to tee off on Monday 6 December for The Longest Day, the ultimate golf challenge designed to test skill, strength and stamina - and most importantly raise funds for Cancer Council's research, prevention and support services.
Willunga Golf Course will be hosting this all day event that challenges you to successfully complete 2, 3 or 4 rounds of golf.
Bookings are required and non members are welcome for $21 to play continuous rounds. For more 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 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 more information ...
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Other initiatives to stay healthy,
active and connected
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Community Survey
What should the future of Onkaparinga really look like? We'd like to get your thoughts.
Council regularly undertakes a survey to get a snapshot of our community. Our community survey helps track changes and trends that shape the future of our region. It covers a wide range of topics including parks and reserves, the environment, climate change, sport and recreation, arts, cultural diversity and heritage, accessing health services and your connection with the community.
The online survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and closes on Tuesday 7 December 2021. The more people who participate, the better the dataset we have to help us understand what's important, valuable and a priority for our residents.
Have your say today by clicking here
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parkrun
With summer about to start, why not try a great activity outdoors!
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! For more information...
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Heart Foundation Walking
Walking has many benefits to both our physical and mental health.
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 - Target Reached
We've reached ONE BILLION STEPS in a total of 35 days, smashing last year's record of 64 days.
Starting from 1 October, South Australians joined in the Billion Steps Challenge, reaching the goal on 4 November. This is just the beginning - keep those daily counts up, using the 10,000 Steps app to track your progress.
Wellbeing SA, in partnership with 10,000 Steps, facilitate the challenge.
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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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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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Office of Recreation Sport and Racing (ORSR) Partnerships Program
If you're involved with an organisation that enable South Australians to lead a more active lifestyle through sport, recreation, movement and play initiative, then the ORSR Partnerships Program could be beneficial.
The ORSR have opened a Registration of Interest process for the new Partnerships Program set to be announced in early 2021.
The Partnerships Program will look to respond to the priorities highlighted within Game On: Getting South Australia moving initiative. This grant program will create opportunities for collaboration between sport and recreation stakeholders, government and non-government bodies, and the for-profit and not-for-profit sector to enable to build a more active state.
Prior to a formal grant application process opening in early 2021, a Registration of Interest is now open to collect information on possible projects or initiatives that support Game On. If the applicant allows, these project details will be viewable on this page to support new partnerships to strengthen potential applications.
If you have a possible project within the City of Onkaparinga and are seeking a partnership with council please contact Gail Burns, Recreation Officer email: gail.burns@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au or phone: 8301 7340 to further discuss any initiatives.
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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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