Engineering and Design Wellness Series

Schedule | Semester Two, 2025

Week 1	Faculty welcoming BBQ! Kick off the semester with a free BBQ lunch! Come along to meet fellow students and staff and grab a bite in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Tuesday, 22 July, 12 pm -1 pm, Building 401, Level 3 Courtyard.
Week 2	Pilates class! Stretch, strengthen, and reset with a calming Pilates session. No experience needed—just bring comfortable clothes and an open mind. Thursday, 31st July, 11 am – 11:50 am, Hiwa Recreate Centre, Dance Studio with Kimberley.
Week 3	Beeswax wrap workshop! Join us to make your own eco-friendly beeswax food wraps. It’s fun, sustainable, and you’ll walk away with wraps you made yourself! Tuesday, 5th August, 10 am – 12 pm, Room 423-340.
Week 4	Painting workshop! Unleash your creativity at our guided painting workshop—no artistic skills required! All materials provided. Tuesday, 12th August, 1- 2 pm, Room 405-222.
Week 5	Breath workshop! Discover how your breath shapes your mind, body, and mood — and learn to shift from ‘auto-pilot’ to ‘conscious-pilot’ anytime. Join breathwork coach Scott Townsend to reduce stress, boost focus, improve sleep, and feel more energised and positive. You'll learn 10+ simple, science-backed techniques to transform your state in just a few breaths. Thursday, 21st August, 2-3 pm, Room 423-340.
Week 6	Comedy movie week! (25-29 August) Monday: 4-6 pm, Room 423-340 Wednesday: 4-6 pm, Room 423-340 Friday: 4-6 pm, Room 423-340 Wind down with a week of laughs! Join us for three feel-good comedy movie nights, complete with snacks and good vibes.
Week 7	Yoga class! Wednesday, 17th September, 11 am – 11:50 am, Hiwa Recreate Centre, Mind Body Studio with Thomas.
Week 8	Design your own plant pot! Get crafty and decorate your own plant pot! A fun, hands-on way to brighten up your study space or gift to a friend. Wednesday, 24 September, 10-11 am, Room 405-222.
Week 9	Free breakfast week! Start your day right with a free breakfast! Drop by each morning for a delicious and energising bite before class. Monday – Friday, 29 September – 3 October, 9-10 am, Level 3 Atrium, Building 401.
Week 10	International Movie Week Get into the spooky spirit and light up your Halloween! Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll design and create your very own 3D pumpkin light. No experience needed — just bring your Halloween excitement! Thursday, 9 October, 10 am – 12 pm, 3D printing room (tbc)

Wellness bags

Attend any of our Wellness Series workshops and you could be entered in a draw to win a faculty swag bag full of goodies to help you keep healthy!