For the first time at a Professional Staff Conference we are excited to announce that Paws for Pressure therapy dogs will be in attendance to interact with staff, offering a pat, a floppy ear and a paw shake in our Wellness @ Work Room for the  13.15pm to 13.55pm and 14.00pm to 14.40pm sessions.

If you have severe allergies to dogs or a fear of dogs we advise you do not book in to these session times and choose an alternative.

You may see the dogs in other areas during these times however please note they will be attended at all times by their owners and  have all been temperament tested to ensure their suitability for the Paws the Pressure program.

For information regarding the  Risk Assessment of the Delta Paws the Pressure™ Program please refer to this PDF.

Website: www.deltasociety.com.au/pages/delta-paws-the-pressure-.html

Take a break and rejuvenate with a massage by 3 Minute Angels

The 3 Minute Angels trademark seated Halo Massage will offer a 5 minute massage to relax your tensed upper back, shoulders and neck

Walk away rejuvenated, focused and ready to engage in the conference topics on offer.

Times:

11.40 to 12.15; 13.15-13.55; 14.00 to 14.40.

Website: https://www.3minuteangels.com/

Please note University of Melbourne is not liable for any injuries that may occur as a result of a 3 minute Angel Massage.

The University of Melbourne Psychology Clinic (UMPC) provides low-cost, high quality clinical services to people living in Melbourne. The Clinic is a component of the Melbourne School of Psychological Science's professional accredited training program operating since the 1970s. Graduate students on placement at UMPC work towards higher degrees (Masters, Doctorate or PhD) and see patients under the supervision of senior clinicians who are both registered clinical psychologists and academic staff of the University. The clinic offers psychological assessment and counselling for adults, neuropsychological assessment for adults and psycho-educational assessment for children, including dyscalculia. The clinic also runs group programs in both mindfulness and anxiety management.

Special Offer for the Professional Staff Conference:

The Melbourne Dental Clinic is affiliated with the University of Melbourne. It is the graduate students and postgraduate students from the Melbourne Dental School who provide our dental services and care – guided and closely supervised by the leading dental specialists. The teaching and learning component of our service provides the opportunity to reduce our fees. Our students and staff receive an average of 25% off the ADA (Australian Dental Association) average rate. Conveniently located in a world class facility in Swanston St, we offer a ‘one-stop-shop’ with all the dental specialties in the one place with access to state of the art equipment.

Special Offer for the Professional Staff Conference:

• $50 off a Check, Scale and Clean Free dental advice from our Clinical Director and dentist – Dr George Alexander.
• Information on oral health Free toothpaste and sugarless gum Invisalign models for teeth straightening..

Phone: 9035 8402

The University of Melbourne Audiology Clinic is an independent Medicare billing clinic, dedicated to providing a patient-centred, evidence-based, clinical best-practice service for all ages. University of Melbourne Staff are entitled to discounts on our specialist services, such as hearing aids and ear plugs, as well as a waiver of the usual $65 clinical fee.

Special Offer for the Professional Staff Conference:

Got an ear full? Ever wondered how to safely clean your ears? As we promote ear and hearing health, we have a video otoscope, so you can check out your own ears.

Stop by for a free hearing check-up (Medicare card required) or come and get plugged with your own custom earplugs!

Do you have a partner who snores, live on a noisy road or just want a peaceful nights sleep? Today we are offering the opportunity to secure discounted custom-made earplugs designed specifically for sleeping, swimming or safe music-listening.  Simply visit our stand and book one of our dedicated earmold impression appointment windows at the clinic post conference to secure your own custom earplugs at a great discounted rate (up to 20% off).

Plus we will be giving away free foam earplugs.

Come visit our stand to find out more!

*conditions apply

Phone: 03 9035 5333

Email: aud-reception@unimelb.edu.au

MU Sport is responsible for the Sport and Recreation opportunities at the University of Melbourne. Our facilities and programs provide a broad selection of workplace sporting and fitness opportunities for University staff located at or visiting the Parkville campus. Achieve your fitness and activity goals by joining one or more of programs.

Special Offer for the Professional Staff Conference:

General information about the Sport and Recreation opportunities at the University. All conference attendees will receive a 2 week trial to the fitness facilities on campus in their conference pack.

UMeyecare is a full scope primary optometric clinic of the university. We provide all facets of primary eye care with excellent levels of equipment. They types of services offered are standard eye examinations, laser screenings, safety eyesore, glaucoma assessments and treatment, complication screening for diabetes and all manner of contact lenses. Staff are eligible for significant discounts on an expensive range of spectacles and contact lenses.

Special Offer for the Professional Staff Conference:

On the day there will be one of our qualified clinicians there to answer any questions we will have information on all common eye conditions, myopia management, dry eye treatments and whether contact lenses are for you. We will also be able to service your glasses. We will be able to provide an ultrasonic clear and help with those pesky screws that come loose. See you on the day.

Website: http://go.unimelb.edu.au/j36r

Phone: 03 9035 6666

Email: uni-eyecare@unimelb.edu.au

Health and Safety – more than meets the eye Health and Safety is often viewed as dull and boring-something we have to do to comply with the law. But there’s much more to health and safety than audits, procedures and PPE. We invite you to view health and safety through a different lens for an up close and personal look at our trade, our tools and our tips to keep you healthy and safe at work and beyond.

Special Offer for the Professional Staff Conference:

An opportunity to interact with our safety tools and technology, measure your grip strength, have your posture assessed, see how we measure light, noise and force, take part in our quiz and activities, chat with our subject matter experts and take away some hot health and safety tips.

Website: https://safety.unimelb.edu.au/home

The Pride in Action Network is the University of Melbourne’s inaugural LGBTQIA+ ally network. We bring together staff and students who identify as LGBTQIA+, their allies and supporters, creating opportunities to share information and foster an inclusive and supportive workplace and learning environment.

Special Offer for the Professional Staff Conference:

If you sign up to the network, you will be provided with a rainbow lanyard. Brochure available: How to Be A good Ally.

Website: https://staff.unimelb.edu.au/pride-in-action-network

Jawun is a not-for-profit organisation aimed at building the capacity of Indigenous people and communities, and promoting self-reliance, entrepreneurial activity and business planning. Jawun means 'friend' or 'family', an honour given to the organisation by the Kuku Yalanji people of Mossman Gorge in Queensland's Cape York. The Jawun Development Program, a Signature Project of the University's Reconciliation Action Plan April 2018 – December 2022, places talented University staff into Indigenous organisations to work on initiatives.

Take the opportunity to expand your knowledge about a range of Indigenous initiatives underway at the University. There will be information about Murrup Barak, the Reconciliation Action Plan, Melbourne Reconciliation Network, and more. Be inspired for change! Drop by and have a chat to some of our Jawun secondees, learn more about Jawun and the special qualities it takes to be a Jawun secondee. Find out how you can make a difference.

Website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/engagement/jawun-development-program2

Email: Leesa Middleton: leesa.middleton@unimelb.edu.au

Sustainability within Campus Services aims to expand on the University of Melbourne's position as a leader in campus sustainability. Universities have a special role and responsibility in confronting the challenges of climate change and environmental stewardship. The Sustainability Team will be in the wellness providing information on how staff can become a part of the change on campus as part of our popular Green Impact program.

Special Offer for the Professional Staff Conference:

There will be a small amount of ethical, sustainable giveaways available and a competition where staff can go into the draw to win a sustainability prize pack.

Website: https://sustainablecampus.unimelb.edu.au/

Email: Sustainable-campus@unimelb.edu.au

As part of the 5000 poppies project Legal and Risk created 1000s of handmade poppies.500 poppies were sent to Canberra for use at the Australian War Memorial.

The remaining poppies where used for the University’s 2018 Remembrance Day Service. We would like to extend the project to the rest of the University, with the hope to cover the area around the Melbourne University Cenotaph with as many poppies as we can.

Special Offer for the Professional Staff Conference:

Sign up to join in or learn how to make your own poppy