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Nutrition Australia Qld Announcement

To our valued Healthy at Home Subscribers,

We would like to update you on some exciting staffing changes as well as announce that our current CEO Sharyn Deam is retiring from Nutrition Australia Qld (NAQ). We would like to thank Sharyn for her dedication and contribution to NAQ for over 23 years.

“NAQ has a long history within the Qld community, from preventative health initiatives, to our tailored and expert education and training services. I am confident in the new NAQ leadership team and wish NAQ the very best for the future.”

We are delighted to announce Kirsty Elliott as our new CEO. Kirsty brings to the position 20 years of experience in nutrition, health and strategic leadership across government and non-government organisations and knows the Qld landscape well. This is a very exciting step for NAQ.

“I am thrilled to be joining the dedicated and passionate NAQ team. I look forward to leading the team and continuing to deliver high-quality nutrition and food safety education and training across settings including early childhood education and care, schools, outside school hours care, workplaces and aged care. This includes supporting organisations required to meet government nutrition and food safety standards and policies.”

Additionally, we would like to share that Nicole Bentley is moving from her role as Nutrition Manager to NAQ’s RTO and online training division, which is an area she is passionate about. Nicole has been a dedicated member of the NAQ team, with over 15 years experience working across all areas of the organisation.

We would like to welcome Accredited Practising Dietitian and NAQ team member Margo Montgomerie to the role of Nutrition Manager. Margo has experience working with multicultural populations, and within early years, schools and aged care settings. As a previous childcare centre cook, Margo brings to the position a wealth of expertise and practical understanding of food and nutrition within the early years industry, which is unique and exciting.

We are delighted to announce these staffing changes and look forward to strengthening our relationship with you and your organisation.

We invite you to contact Kirsty and Margo at:

Kirsty Elliott (kelliott@naqld.org) and Margo Montgomerie (mmontgomerie@naqld.org)

Kind regards,
Mikael Wedemeyer
Chairperson Nutrition Australia Qld

Whole Grain Week

This June, we’re helping to celebrate Whole Grains for Whole Body Health with the Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council.

Most Australian adults currently consume just 21g or less than 1.5 serves of whole grains a day – less than half of the recommended 48g or three serves a day, which only 27% of adults meet. Adolescents, on average, consume just 8.7g of whole grains a day, less than a fifth of the recommended daily intake.

According to the review of the scientific evidence that underpins the 2013 Australian Dietary Guidelines, eating 3 serves of whole grain foods a day is linked to a 20-30% reduction in risk of total mortality, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke and some cancers – comparable to that observed for 5 – 6 serves of fruit and vegetables.

Increasing whole grain consumption is great for gut and digestive health, heart health, immune health and planet health.

Whole Grain Week encourages all Aussies to eat more whole grains – with dietitian and industry collaboration, helpful resources, a new library of whole grain recipes and all the tips and tricks to getting more whole grain on your plate.

Join all the action on the Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council website or over on their socials.

3 reasons your teenager might skip breakfast – don’t fuss but do encourage a healthy start

As kids enter their teenage years, interest in breakfast is much more hit-and-miss. It can slowly morph into a chore as opposed to an enjoyable morning ritual. A recent article by The Conversation explores some of the reasons why teens may be skipping breakfast as well as some fixes. Click here to read the article.

Restricting calories leads to weight loss, not necessarily the window of time you eat them in

A recent article by The Conversation discusses the results of a new weight loss study published recently, leading to headlines proclaiming intermittent fasting “isn’t a magic diet trick after all”. Click here to read the article.

Still throwing out your carrot tops and broccoli stems? Here's what you can use them for

A recent article by ABC Everyday explores the vegetable parts that are edible and taste great despite not necessarily being the main attraction. Many of us aren't taught to cook with them, and so we bin them. Chef, pickler and cookbook author Alex Elliott-Howery shares some tips and tricks. Click here to read the article.

Recipe Idea

Last year, the team at Nutrition Australia Qld worked with our friends at Health and Wellbeing Queensland to help launch their hub of nutritious and delicious recipes.
Over the coming months we will be sharing these recipes and accompanying how-to recipe videos which aim to inspire the home cook in all of us!

Banana and Blueberry Loaf

Ingredients

2 ¼ cups wholemeal self-raising flour
1 teaspoon bi-carb soda
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 cup milk
¼ cup pure vegetable oil
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 medium ripe bananas, mashed
1 ½ cups blueberries, fresh or frozen

Method

1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a large loaf tin with baking paper.
2. Combine the wholemeal self-raising flour, bi-carb soda and ground cinnamon in a large mixing bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, pure vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix to combine. Gently fold in the blueberries.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf tin and lightly smooth the surface. Bake in the oven for approximately 1 hour or until a skewer comes out clean. Cool the loaf in the tin for approximately 5 – 10 minutes and then turn out onto a wire rack to cool.

Click here to view the recipe on the Health and Wellbeing Queensland website.

Online Resources

Workplace Wellbeing Online Series

Each of Nutrition Australia Qld's Workplace Wellbeing Online Series includes five short pre-recorded presentations that delve into the most recent nutritional information translated into practical tips for your workplace. And at the end of the series, you will have access to our Accredited Practising Dietitian to answer any of your questions through a live Q&A at a time chosen by you. These bite-sized webinars are perfect to play during staff meetings and safety briefings. Click here to find out more!

This series delves into how what we eat impacts our mental and physical health

This series explores the dietary patterns that drain our energy levels

Boost your Healthy

The Boost your Healthy digital hub has been developed by Health and Wellbeing Queensland (HWQld) to provide support, inspiration and ideas to help Queenslanders stay healthy and active during COVID-19. It features content from a wide range of HWQld Alliance Partners who have played a valuable role in supporting the creation of the site. Whether you're cooking at home, looking for a range of useful resources or interested in checking out the Wellbeing Series, the Boost your Healthy digital hub has got you covered!

Events and Opportunities

Moreton Bay Regional Council - Nutrition Information Sessions

Nutrition Australia Qld hosts nutrition education sessions as part of Moreton Bay Regional Council's Healthy and Active Moreton program. These sessions are open to people living in the Moreton Bay Regional Council area. Check out the following free session coming up:

First Foods for Infants
Friday 10th June 2022 10am - 11:30am
Arana Hills Library - 63 Cobbity Crescent , Arana Hills
Click here for more information on how to register for this session.

Logan City Council - Active and Healthy Cooking Workshops

Nutrition Australia Qld hosts cooking workshops as part of Logan City Council's Active and Healthy program. These cooking workshops are open to people living in the Logan City Council area, aged 18 years and over, and are $3 per participant. Check out the following Active and Healthy session coming up:

Cooking for a Healthy Heart (18 years and over)
Saturday 18th June 2022 10am - 11:30am
Logan West Community Centre – 2 Wineglass Drive, Hillcrest
Learn practical tips to create heart healthy meals. This hands-on cooking class shows you how to make healthy food that tastes amazing. Click here for more information and to register.

Logan City Council - KRANK School Holiday Cooking Workshops

Nutrition Australia Qld hosts cooking workshops as part of Logan City Council's KRANK School Holiday program. These cooking workshops are open to children living in the Logan City Council area, aged 5 - 17 years, and are $3 per participant. Check out the following KRANK sessions coming up:

Street Food (12 - 17 years only)
Wednesday 29th June 2022 10am - 11:30am
The Little Vege Patch – 121 Barbarella Drive, Springwood
Enjoy making fresh and healthy street food dishes in this hands on workshop. Click here for more information and to register when bookings open on Monday 13th June at 9am.

World's Best Burgers (5 - 11 years only)
Thursday 7th July 2022 10am - 11:30am
Beenleigh Neighbourhood Centre – 10 – 12 James Street, Beenleigh
Come along to this fun cooking class and learn how to make your own delicious burger. Click here for more information and to register when bookings open on Monday 13th June at 9am.

Logan City Council - Nutrition Information Sessions

Nutrition Australia Qld hosts nutrition education sessions as part of Logan City Council's Active and Healthy program. These sessions are open to people living in the Logan City Council area. Check out the following free session coming up:

Healthy Lunchboxes
Friday 8th July 2022 10am - 11:30am
Jimboomba Community Centre – 18 – 22 Honora Street, Jimboomba
Click here for more information and to register for this session when bookings open on Friday 10th June at 10am.

Brisbane City Council - GOLD Cooking Workshops

Nutrition Australia Qld hosts cooking workshops as part of Brisbane City Council's GOLD (Growing Older and Living Dangerously) program. These cooking workshops are open to people living in the Brisbane City Council area, aged 50 years and over, and are $5 per participant. Check out the following GOLD sessions coming up:

Winter Warmers (50 years and over)
Wednesday 13th July 2022 10am - 11:30am
Kitchen in the Garden - Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha
Come along to our hands on workshop to learn how to nourish the soul and support a healthy immune system this winter. Click here for more information and to register when bookings open on Wednesday 15th June at 10am.

Cooking for 1 or 2 (50 years and over)
Wednesday 27th July 2022 10am - 11:30am
Brighton Wellness Hub – Corner Nineteenth Ave and Hornibrook Hwy, Brighton
Creating a feast for 1 or 2 people doesn’t have to be daunting. Our dietitian will share some recipes and tips on cooking smaller meals. Click here for more information and to register when bookings open on Wednesday 29th June at 10am.

Brisbane City Council - Chillout School Holiday Cooking Workshops

Nutrition Australia Qld hosts cooking workshops as part of Brisbane City Council's Chillout program. These cooking workshops are open to children living in the Brisbane City Council area, aged 8 - 17 years, and are $5 per participant.

Please note: June/July school holiday workshops are fully booked, however you can join the waitlist by visiting our website and clicking the book here button. This will take you to the Eventbrite page, where you can select Tickets > Join Waitlist and enter your contact details.

Bookings for the following September school holiday workshops will open on Tuesday 16th August at 10am and registrations must be made online via our website.

Chillout Sushi and Gyoza Making (8 - 17 years)
Monday 19th September 2022 10am - 11:30am
Kitchen in the Gardens - Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha

Chillout Mexican Fiesta (8 - 17 years)
Wednesday 21st September 2022 10am - 11:30am
Kitchen in the Garden - Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha

Chillout Makings of a Masterchef (8 - 17 years)
Friday 23rd September 2022 10am - 11:30am
Kitchen in the Garden - Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha

Chillout Street Food (8 - 17 years)
Monday 26th September 2022 10am - 11:30am
Kitchen in the Garden - Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha

Chillout Pizza Perfection (8 - 17 years)
Wednesday 28th September 2022 10am - 11:30am
Kitchen in the Garden - Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha

Chillout Cooking with Australian Flavours (8 - 17 years)
Friday 30th September 2022 10am - 11:30am
Kitchen in the Garden - Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mount Coot-tha

Food Safety Supervisor Courses

Our food safety supervisor courses include industry specific content and are designed with the needs of our students in mind. Our food safety supervisor courses:

Meet the requirements of nationally recognised training
Prepares food safety supervisors to supervise and oversee day to day operations and to prevent and recognise food safety hazards
Early years and aged care courses are specifically designed for those working with vulnerable populations

We provide opportunities for students to complete the course and all assessment in one day at a face-to-face training.

Keep an eye out for our 2022 courses! Click on the following links for more information on the venue, cost and to register when details become available:

Food Safety Supervisor Courses for:
Early Years Settings
School Tuckshops
Aged Care Settings

We also offer this course remotely during COVID-19. If you would like to know more about how you can complete the course remotely please email training@naqld.org.

Food Safety Supervisor Recertification Course

Has it been a while since you or your staff completed a Food Safety Supervisor Course? We are now offering Food Safety Supervisor recertification training!

Our recertification course is a condensed refresher course (3 hours) and is for those staff who already hold the Food Safety Supervisor qualification (for the vulnerable populations units of competency) and who are wanting to update their skills and knowledge. Upon successful completion of the training, students will receive a Statement of Attainment with the units of competency HLTFSE001, HLTFSE005, HLTFSE007.

Click here for more information or email training@naqld.org to find out more.

Do you have a question for the Healthy at Home team?

You can email your enquiries to healthyathome@naqld.org

Nutrition Australia Qld/NT
12/212 Curtin Avenue West
Eagle Farm QLD 4009
Ph: (07) 3257 4393
www.naqld.org