Congratulations to Carrum Downs Secondary College for their amazing efforts which have resulted in a Sexual Health and Wellbeing priority recognition by the Heathy Schools Achievement Program. The school achieved this priority area through a whole school approach, which included developing both their sexual health and wellbeing and school uniform policies, student led action of …
This blog was written by Madeline Tatham, Health Promotion Practitioner at Peninsula Health In September 2022, Capel Sounds Educational Child Care Centre and Kindergarten (Capel Sounds ECC&K) were acknowledged by the Healthy Early Childhood Services Achievement Program for their ongoing commitment to Climate and Health. As part of their work in this space, the centre …
There is no doubt that the use of e-cigarettes amongst young people at schools is worrying for parents, school staff and young people themselves. Vaping is inherently harmful because it involves inhaling chemicals typically used for industrial cleaning that are not safe to inhale into the lungs. Local schools have reflected that although many …
This blog was written by Andie Murphy, an IUHPE – Registered Health Promotion Practitioner at Peninsula Health. Peninsula Health implemented the Victorian Government ‘Healthy Choices: Policy Directive’, to ensure our staff, visitors and volunteers have access to healthier drink options in all cafes, kiosks and vending machines. Working alongside the Healthy Eating Advisory Services (HEAS), …
This blog was written by Kristen Young from the Peninsula Health, Health Promotion Team. The VicHealth Walk to School campaign begins this October and is a wonderful way for parents to help their kids get active and feeling great at the start of the day. Kids tell us they want to walk, scoot or bike …
This blog was written by Peninsula Health, Health Promotion Practitioner Madeline Tatham. Congratulations to the Creative Kids Early Learning Centre in Mornington who have put in an amazing effort to help create a healthier environment for their children, staff and families. With a recent focus on promoting healthy eating, working hard to enhance their menu …
This blog was written by Andie Murphy, an IUHPE – Registered Health Promotion Practitioner at Peninsula Health. We know that when we increase the availability of healthy food and drink options it supports our overall wellbeing. What is the Healthy Choices Policy Directive? Peninsula Health has been working with Healthy Eating Advisory Service (HEAS) to …
Student Health Ambassadors work hard to promote sun protection at Overport Primary. Photo: Supplied. This blog is written by Kristen Young, Health Promotion Practitioner at Peninsula Health. Overport Primary, located in Frankston South, celebrated 20 years of being a sun smart school this year. Student leaders were invited to contribute their bright ideas to update …
This blog was written by Chris Kirkpatrick, Health Promotion Practitioner at Peninsula Health Have you thought about how our health and the health of our family is connected to climate change? If you haven’t, you’re not alone. Most Victorians haven’t thought about this. In this blog we will focus on the link between our health …
This blog was written by Taylah Steer, a Health Promotion Practitioner at Peninsula Health. Infographic created by Eva Nikolitsis, a Health Promotion Practitioner at Peninsula Health. Over the last four years, the Health Promotion team have been busy creating interventions and actions across local settings; education (schools and early years), neighbourhoods, workplaces and sport and …
