Banyule Community Health

02/03/2025

We're so excited - today Merri Health and Banyule Community Health are now officially Holstep Health! 🥳🎉 New name. More expert care. Same great services and friendly faces, at the same locations you enjoy now.

When you visit or contact us, you'll see and hear our new name. While some things are changing, all the best bits are staying the same! Everyone is welcome, safe and included at Holstep Health.

We’ll walk alongside you every step of the way, making sure you get the care, specialist services and supports that are just right for you.

We can't wait to welcome you to Holstep Health!

28/02/2025

Our name is changing to Holstep Health and our page will be updated soon.

You don’t need to do anything, but you will notice that Banyule Community Health and Merri Health pages will be changed to the name ‘Holstep Health’ over the coming few weeks.

Don’t worry! Everything else will stay the same. We’re still the same great community health service, at the same trusted locations you know and love.

For more information, visit: https://bchs.org.au/holstep-health-a-new-chapter-in-community-care/.

26/02/2025

Banyule Community Health and Merri Health sends warm Ramadan greetings to all Muslim community members.
May you have a blessed and holy Ramadan.

14/02/2025

14/02/2025

More support for our community! More Financial Counselling services are on the way, thanks to Victorian State Government funding—helping more people get back on track.

We discussed this exciting update with Kat Theophanous MP and Financial Counselling Victoria CEO Zyl Hovenga-Wauchope and shared our new name, Holstep Health, and our vision for the future!

This free service helps you manage and overcome debt and financial problems. Find out more: https://loom.ly/YHHtUzk

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13/02/2025

Healthy Schools Banyule encourages enjoyable and pressure free lunchbox experiences that supports children’s well-being and builds a positive relationship with food. Need some inspiration from the children of Olympic Village Primary School?
Here’s a link to the video demonstrating how to prepare a nourishing recipe with your children.
https://youtu.be/MXfLcBCsne0?feature=shared
You can make an appointment on 9450 2000 with one of our dietitians if you would like support on nourishing your family.










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13/02/2025

13/02/2025

Calling mural artists! James Park Reserve in Heidelberg is getting a new public toilet and rebound wall, and we’re looking for artwork to bring these spaces to life.

Tell us your bold, original idea that fits the park and its community via the link.

https://www.banyule.vic.gov.au/News-items/James-Reserve-public-art-opportunity

13/02/2025

Imagine Re-Evolution is a local charity who run workshops for young people aged between 12-25 who are disengaged or face disadvantage.

They are based in Eltham and have a number of programs running.

Their programs are free, donations are appreciated, and are referral based.

If you know someone who could benefit from their services, please refer them via the link below.

https://www.imaginereevolution.com/our-programs

13/02/2025

Our Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) team attended the Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association (VAADA) Conference today, and had the pleasure of hearing presentations from fellow association members.
Conferences such as these, where individuals share their expertise and experiences, are of great benefit to both our health workers and the communities we support.

12/02/2025

Temperatures forecast to rise above 35 degrees today.

Beat the heat with these simple tips:
🧊Drink plenty of water
🧊Find a place to keep cool, eg your home, a library, shopping or community centre
🧊 Never leave kids, adults or pets in cars
🧊 Check in on friends, family, the elderly and those in need
🧊 Keep up to date with weather forecasts and plan activities for cool parts of the day

For more tips to visit: https://loom.ly/RyL08OY

11/02/2025

It’s a National Lunchbox Week. The Healthy Schools Banyule encourages you to pack a waste and junk free lunchbox. Remember 50% of school rubbish comes from wrappings.








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10/02/2025

Banyule Community Health’s Healthy Schools Banyule program had so much fun welcoming the 2025 Year 7’s from Montmorency Secondary College at their Alpha Day. It was a wonderful way to share resources and our service with students.

Our health promotion officer Jane and Ellen the dietitian, talked about the importance of staying hydrated while at school and to pack a healthy lunch box to get the most out of your day at school.

Congratulations to Ben who took out the annual Yr 7 Cup Stacking competition.

06/02/2025

You can find the Mobile Yarra Plenty Regional Library, Australia at Olympic Village, Moresby Court, West Heidelberg on Friday mornings (9am - 12noon).

Thanks to the YPRL team for sharing the love of books and reading with the community.

3081, what a wonderful place to be a part of.

06/02/2025

Introducing… Holstep Health – Community care. For life. We’re thrilled to share our new name following our merger with Merri Health!

Thanks to our 300+ community members who contributed to make this happen! Holstep Health will officially launch in March 2025.

While our name is changing, our community will continue to receive the same friendly, expert care at the same places they enjoy now.

Holstep Health is more than just a name. It is our promise to provide compassionate, comprehensive care that supports all areas of a person's wellbeing —physical, mental, social, financial, and legal.

Find out more: https://www.merrihealth.org.au/news/holstep-health-a-new-chapter-in-community-care/

04/02/2025

Now that school is back why not try Jaxon and Sarah Jayne’s cheese scrolls as a yummy addition to your school lunch box. Remember what kids eat at school plays a crucial role in their learning and development. When we eat well, we grow well, and stay well.

Cheese Scrolls are not only delicious but nourishing, easy to make and a great money saver.
If you would like a copy of the recipe card and other family friendly recipes email our Health Promotion Officer - jane.casey@bchs.org.au

To learn how to make Cheese Scrolls, watch our video at https://youtu.be/GywYBxqKOWw


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29/01/2025

🧧 新年快乐 / Kung Hei Fat Choi! 🧧
May the Year of the Snake bring you a Lunar New Year filled with joy, prosperity and good health.
May the traditions and celebrations bring you moments of happiness and cherished memories.
🐍🏮🧨🧧🇨🇳🎎🏯㊙️

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