Let's Talk Gut Health! Should you be taking probiotics to improve gut health? What does the science say? From kombucha to kimchi, probiotics to prebiotics, join the team from Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) for a virtual seminar that takes you inside the gut on Wednesday 9 September from 6pm–7.30pm. Digestive health is a hot topic in the wellbeing sphere, but how can we sort fact from fiction?
At this virtual event, you’ll hear from leading experts in gut health about the microbiome, digestion and the delicate relationship between gut health and mental health. Chaired by Colorectal Surgeon, Associate Professor Stephen Smith, the HMRI team of experts will include Gastroenterologist, Laureate Professor Nick Talley, who will discuss the Gut/Brain Axis) and Accredited Practising Dietitian, Dr Kerith Duncanson who will talk about Diet and Gut Health. Post-Doctoral Gastrointestinal researcher, Dr Bridie Goggins and Immunology and Microbiology PhD candidate, Grace Burns will cover all things Inside the Gut to round off the event. Chat to the presenters about all things gut health, including the relationship between the brain and the gut, the impact of diet and also what really goes on inside. Join the team for this free live virtual community seminar by joining the live Facebook stream or find out more at www. hmri.org.au/events
Learn New Tricks for Introducing Fur-Babies to Newborns RSPCA NSW has launched a new online training course to help new and expecting parents to introduce their human and fur-babies. The Introducing Your Pet to a New Baby course aims to prepare parents for the exciting changes, and often stressful challenges, this time brings. The course teaches both new and expecting parents the tricks to understand and take care of their youngest family members - from understanding your dog's body language, how to condition the dog to your baby, and advice for managing pets and toddlers all under the one roof. The RSPCA NSW Training Team offers a range of accredited and non-accredited courses available to complete online, in your own time. There is also a Basic Animal First Aid (non-accredited) course designed for pet owners, animal care workers, dog walkers, foster carers, and anyone who loves animals. This short course covers the basics of animal first aid, including recognising emergencies, common poisons in the home, responding to snake bites, ticks and a basic introduction to wildlife.
“As a leading animal welfare organisation, we have a wealth of knowledge here to share. These courses can be helpful to anyone. From professionals and students with careers in the vet sciences and animal welfare to pet owners, parents introducing pets to children and community members seeking to grow their general knowledge and skills in interacting with and understanding animals,” said Adam Farrugia, RSPCA NSW Senior Manager – Training. The online courses range from $15 for the Intro Your Pet to a New Baby to $50 for the Basic First Aid course. Additional time to chat live to a trainer can also be purchased if participants want more information. For more information, visit www.rspcansw.org.au/what-we-do/training
$25,000 National Art Prize
Launches in Lake Macquarie
A new $25,000 national acquisitive art prize has launched in the region with leading artists from across Australian expected to submit works. The Lake Art Prize, unveiled by the Museum of Art and Culture Lake Macquarie, is a biennial competition open to artists aged 18 years and over. The theme for the inaugural prize is ‘Where there is water’, acknowledging MAC's stunning lakeside location at Booragul and the venue's popular 2012 exhibition of the same name. Artists working across all mediums, including sculpture, painting, drawing, photography, installation and sound, are eligible for the prize. There is a total acquisitive prize pool of $25,000, with the winning artist to have their work purchased by Lake Macquarie City Council. Works on display will also be for sale to the public, with a $2000 People’s Choice Award for the most popular artist on offer. The inaugural Prize Exhibition will take place between 12 December 2020–7 February 2021, with the winner to be announced on 12 December. Artworks entered in the competition must have been completed in the 12 months from 23 October 2019 to the entry closing date on Friday 23 October this year. Visit mac.lakemac.com.au/lakeartprize for more information.
• Newcastle City Farmers Market •
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Griffiths Road entry. *Please check our websites for details and market locations*
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