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Join us at Mind Body Lounge for an exclusive open session this April, available only to ST JOHNS and your immediate family. This limited opportunity invites you to register your interest to gain full access at a time that suits your convenience, with limited days, times, and spaces available. Experience a premium wellness journey where
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Unwind with an easygoing session of jigsaw puzzles, good company, and some popcorn! This low-key activity is all about connection, fun, and switching off. No pressure, no pieces missing (hopefully) Just a puzzle for us to put back together. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and
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Join us at Mind Body Lounge for an exclusive open session this May, available only to DFES and your immediate family. This limited opportunity invites you to register your interest to gain full access at a time that suits your convenience, with limited days, times, and spaces available. Experience a premium wellness journey where cutting-edge
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Coffee Connect, first Friday of the month, every month in a hot (coffee) spot in Winston Hills. Our Fortem representative will always be there, register for details or just pop by. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up
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Unwind in a truly unique workshop. Experience the healing, transformational power of sound as gentle vibrations soothe your nervous system, made even more special by the calming presence of animals. All experience levels are welcome for this heart-opening, meditative journey of connection, sound, and serenity. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check
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Enjoy delicious woodfired pizzas and friendly rivalry as teams of four to eight players battle it out in a game of wits to determine who are the smartest first responders in the Bega Valley! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and
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Unleash your adventurous spirit through the thrill of axe throwing in state-of-the-art facilities. Learn to throw an axe and play a range of fun and challenging games designed to work your mind and body and relieve stress. 18+ activity. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and
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Our virtual art class series, running twice a month, invites you to slow down, get creative, and reconnect through art, with a beautifully curated art kit posted directly to you, including all materials needed. Each session explores a range of techniques such as watercolour and acrylic painting, pencil and pen drawing, and pastels on both
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Join us in creating a thoughtfully beautiful floral painting on canvas as a Mothers Day gift for your special someone. Light morning tea and refreshments provided. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children. All Fortem wellbeing activities are
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Join us for a relaxing Zentangling workshop or how I like to call it ‘mindful doodling’. No experience needed—just a willingness to slow down and create. All materials are provided, including a take-home art journal to fill with your ideas. Discover simple mindfulness techniques through pattern drawing and leave feeling calm, creative, and connected. This
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Join us for a relaxing Zentangling workshop or how I like to call it ‘mindful doodling’. No experience needed—just a willingness to slow down and create. All materials are provided, including a take-home art journal to fill with your ideas. Discover simple mindfulness techniques through pattern drawing and leave feeling calm, creative, and connected. Confirmed
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Learn how to draw anything with confidence using a simple grid technique in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop. No experience needed! Explore creativity, reduce stress, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. All materials are provided—and you’ll leave with artwork you didn’t think you could create. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we
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Learn how to draw anything with confidence using a simple grid technique in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop. No experience needed! Explore creativity, reduce stress, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children.
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Join our AMAZING opportunity to make Halloumi cheese, you can join a group of first responders in a glass of bubbles and a bucket of curds. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult. All Fortem wellbeing activities are underpinned by the 5 Ways to Wellbeing. Created
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Join us on this unique factory tour to witness how Maton guitars are handcrafted from start to finish by skilled craftspeople, just as they have been for almost 80 years. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two
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Do you enjoy building models? Join us as we figure out how to build a mini vintage bicycle, complete with headlamp and bag rack. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children aged 10 and over.
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Come along and try our 90-minute Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class to learn skilled techniques for self-defence. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teaches you to overcome the size and strength of your opponent with correct leverage and technique. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other
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Unwind with us in a meditative experience. Soothe your nervous system through sound. Experience the healing and transformational power of sound to help regulate your nervous system. Fortem will mail you a massage ball to use in this activity. Limited spaces available for this session. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check
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Join us for a fun, hands-on session where you can try your hand at macramé and create your own seagrass planter or bag. Perfect for beginners, this relaxed workshop will guide you step-by-step, with all materials provided. It’s a great chance to unwind, get creative, and connect with others. This free wellbeing activity is for
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Our virtual art class series, running twice a month, invites you to slow down, get creative, and reconnect through art, with a beautifully curated art kit posted directly to you, including all materials needed. Each session explores a range of techniques such as watercolour and acrylic painting, pencil and pen drawing, and pastels on both
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Join our Cross Stitch Workshop and discover the joy of creating beautiful, hand-stitched designs. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, this guided session covers basic techniques and pattern reading. Relax, unwind, and leave with a charming handmade piece and the confidence to keep stitching at home. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
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Craft and Connect is a friendly, no-pressure space to bring your unfinished projects back to life. Settle in, stitch, glue, paint or make while chatting, laughing, and sharing ideas. Enjoy dedicated creative time, gentle motivation, and good company. Open to all crafts and abilities—just bring your project. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
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Craft and connect is a friendly, no-pressure space to bring your unfinished projects back to life. Settle in, stitch, glue, paint or make while chatting, laughing, and sharing ideas. Enjoy dedicated creative time, gentle motivation, and good company. Open to all crafts and abilities—just bring your project. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
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Compete against your friends, family and other first responders at a high stakes bowling extravaganza! Enjoy yummy pizza and connect with new people. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children. All Fortem wellbeing activities are
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Immerse yourself in a virtual reality experience before being suspended in a transparent glass cube projecting nearly 300 metres above the streets of Southbank from the Skydeck. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children. All
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Explore the gorgeous Landsdale Farm with your friends, family and other first responders. Experience cart rides and interact with farm animals with a classic red barn farm backdrop. BYO Picnic for lunch - cafe onsite. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one
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Our virtual nutrition and health workshop series offers monthly, bite-sized sessions that gently explore nutrition, eating habits, sleep, the nervous system, gut health, and more, supporting sustainable wellbeing through practical education and mindful connection. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult
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Slow down and enjoy an origami experience. Gently fold paper into a peaceful crane and a jumping frog, following simple, mindful steps. This activity encourages focus, relaxation, and creativity, offering a quiet moment to unwind while creating elegant paper forms together. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register
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Slow down and enjoy an origami experience. Gently fold paper into a peaceful crane and a jumping frog, following simple, mindful steps. This activity encourages focus, relaxation, and creativity, offering a quiet moment to unwind while creating elegant paper forms together. Confirmed participants will receive a materials pack by mail for this session. This free
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Join us for a fun afternoon of glowing mini golf! Each wall you see during your 18-hole course has been hand painted to bring out our unique 3D artwork to life with can only be seen with magical 3D glasses to make your mini golf experience truly immersive and out of this world! This free
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Explore Victoria’s first tree ropes course in the Dandenong Ranges at Treetops Adventure Belgrave. Navigate ziplines, tightropes, and tunnels across eight hectares of Wurundjeri land near Puffing Billy station. Don’t miss the majestic 150-year-old Algerian Oak, known as the iconic ‘Home Tree.’ Just under an hour from Melbourne CBD, it’s the perfect family escape from
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Compete against your friends, family and other first responders at a high stakes bowling extravaganza! Enjoy yummy pizza and connect with new people. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children. All Fortem wellbeing activities are
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This Clay and Sip pottery workshop is a great way to melt and mould away the worries of the week. Our skilled instructor will guide you in creating your own unique ceramic masterpiece, whether it be a mug, bowl or decorative item. The hands-on experience of moulding clay makes for a fun and mindful session
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