P&F Supporting R U OK? Day
💛 RUOK Day Morning Tea💛
Theme:
“Any day is the day to ask R U OK?”
This year, we’re embracing the message that checking in with ourselves and others isn’t reserved for one day—it’s something we can do every day.
To bring this to life, we’re hosting an RUOK Day Morning Tea, featuring a Bake-Off Competition and a guest speaker - Brooke Veliscek, our Director of Infrastructure and Sustainability, to encourage connection, reflection, and wellbeing through meaningful moments.
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🍰 The Bake-Off Competition
We’re inviting everyone to take part in a friendly Bake-Off, where the winner will receive a $100 voucher to The Bathhouse Albion—a tranquil space designed for rest and renewal. The prize reflects the spirit of RUOK Day, encouraging us to take time out for ourselves in ways that restore and energise us.
Baking is more than a creative outlet—it’s a way to slow down, focus, and share something meaningful with others. Activities like this help us reconnect with ourselves and those around us, creating space for reflection and genuine connection.
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✨ How to Get Involved
There are a few ways to participate:
• Bake a cake and enter the competition
• Bring a plate to share if you’d prefer not to compete but still want to contribute
• Make a donation to support the R U OK? cause—every contribution helps raise awareness and support those who may be struggling.
We also encourage everyone to wear yellow throughout the day to show support and extend the spirit of participation.
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🌿 Guest Speaker: Brooke Veliscek
We’ll be joined by Brooke Veliscek, our Director, Infrastructure and Sustainability, who will share a reflection on the importance of regularly checking in with ourselves and recognising when we need to pause and recharge. Brooke will speak to how making space for rest and self-care enables us to be more present, resilient and supportive—for our colleagues, families, friends and the wider community.
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Why It Matters
By inspiring each other to ask, “Are you OK?” and truly listen, we can help those facing life’s challenges feel seen and supported.
Together, we’re not just raising funds for R U OK?—we’re creating space to pause, connect, reflect, and remind ourselves and each other that support is there every day, not just once a year.
Thank you for your support 💛
My Achievements
My Updates
R U OK? – How to Start a Conversation
Thursday 4th Sep
👀 Ask
Notice a specific change and gently check in.
"How have you been feeling lately? I just wanted to check in."
👂 Listen
Be relaxed, patient, and non-judgmental. Let them speak without interruptions.
🤝 Encourage Action
Explore next steps together—talk to a trusted colleague, supervisor, Mental Health Champions, friend, family member, or EAP.
🔄 Check In
Follow up later with a quick message or chat to show you care and they’re not alone.
🍰 Bake-Off Competition Guide
Thursday 4th Sep
📝 Label: Add your name + the bake’s name.
🍰P&F Bake-Off & Bath-On this R U OK Day!🛁
Thursday 4th Sep
Thank you to my Sponsors
$106.12
Fred Tilden
$59.41
Adina
💛 Well done P&F HSW team! 💛
$54.12
Brooke Veliscek
Great baking!
$52.92
Erinn Mckenzie
$37.49
Isobel
$25
Craig Macmillan
Good initiative to help encourage checking in with your work colleagues
$10
