For up-to-date coronavirus advice visit https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus.

 

Hygiene tips

• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. 
• Cough into your elbow.
• Dispose of tissues.
• Wash your hands with soap afterwards.
• Find out more about the #coronavirus disease in Victoria: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus #COVID19.

 

 

Tips on staying connected, engaged and productive

Accurate & Current Health Info

• Australian Government Coronavirus Health Information website – hourly updated advice, recommendations and announcements. 
• DHHS has up-to-date advice and information
• Coronavirus National Helpline 1800 020 080 is available 24/7 for those with concerns or seeking information on COVID-19. 

 

Productivity

• SuperFriend shares some tips to staying motivated when working from home
• Heads Up have a wide range of simple, practical resources, information and advice for individuals and organisations
• Safe Work Australia has up-to-date advice on employer responsibilities in managing workplace risks. 
• The Fair Work Ombudsman informs you of rights and entitlements under Australian workplace laws. 
• The ACTU offers a suite of advice and resources for workers and employers. 
• Employee Assistance Professional Association of Australia provides links & open access to their web-based COVID-19 workplace resources hubs. 
• The International Labor Organisation brings together information and resources on the changing world of work.

 

Managing mental health and wellbeing

• Headto Health - Aust Govt general mental health website with a dedicated COVID-19 mental health support page. 
• Australian Psychological Society -tips and resources on coping with COVID-19 anxiety. 
• Superfriend - tips to help you maintain mental wellbeing, and offers a COVID-19 support kit. 
• Beyond Blue -helpful tips and information on how to look after your mental health 
• Life In Mind and the National Mental Health Commission has consolidated mental health resources and information on a dedicated webpage 
• SANE has lived experience forums with features on COVID-19. 
• Black Dog Institute provides comprehensive advice on managing anxiety and wellbeing and access to online support.
• MindSpot, a government-funded online service, has information on maintaining mental and physical wellbeing during the pandemic. 
• World Health Organisation has developed Social Stigma Guidelines for safe reporting on COVID-19, which may be helpful in workplace communications. 
• Insight Timer is a free meditation app, available from the App Store

 

Family & Community

• The Australian Government is supporting Australian businesses to manage cash flow and retain employees.  This is a time for cooperation. 
• The Business Council of Australia lists what its members are doing to assist smaller businesses, the self-employed and the community. 
• The Australian Industry Group provides advice on how to mitigate the effects of the virus on your supply chain. 
• Victorian Chamber of Commerce & Industry has resources & employer guides for business
• COSBOA provides detailed information about financial assistance for sole operators and small businesses.

 

And for your kids

• Beyond Blue -Talking to kids about scary stuff in the news

 

Physical Wellbeing

• Nike Training Club - free workouts from strength and endurance to mobility and yoga
• Seven Minute Workout - high-intensity interval circuit routine that uses only body weight

 

Just for fun

• NASA ISSLiveStream
• Melbourne Zoo Animal Cams