Youth

What would you do to change the world? 🤔 If you’re looking for the right opportunity, maybe this is it 💡 We're looking for Queenslanders aged 12-25 to give it to us straight. We want to hear from you about what matters most to you and those around you. With your input, we’ll be shaping government policies, programs and services that affect young people in the future. Apply now via the link in our bio.

Here in Queensland, the flu season is at its peak 🤧. 📢 Remember that tomorrow (Thursday 30 June) is the last day for free flu vaccinations. It's also your best protection against influenza 🛡️. Book your vaccine through a doctor or community health provider today. #FluJab2022 #QldYouth #GetVaccinated

We know Queenslanders love nature 🌅. We love our beaches, bushes, forests, rocky ridges and reefs, and many of us are making small changes to help these environments 💪. Preventing the amount of rubbish that goes to landfill is one of the biggest things we can do for our environment, and when every one adopts a small change, it makes a big difference 🙌. Have a go at the 3 R's this week ⬇️ 👇Reduce the amount of waste you throw out. Say no to straws, take a reusable bag and buy loose produce 🥔. 🔄 Reuse items when you can. Refill your water bottle, take a reusable coffee mug and upcycle old bottles 🧴. ♻️ Recycle rubbish so it can be made into something new. Tell us how you practice the 3 R's below! 👇

Burnout looks different for everyone 😔. For some, it could look like headaches or fatigue 🤯, while to others it could mean a change in mood or energy 🌩️. It's normal to have a bad day every now and then, but if you're constantly feeling exhausted, drained or unmotivated at work or school, you may be burnt out. If you're feeling burnout, try ⬇️ 🚶Get some movement in your day 🥗 Eat nutritious food and cook with colour 💌 Spend time with loved ones 📚 Spend some time alone doing what you really enjoy 🧘‍♂️ Practise some big, deep breaths How do you recharge? 👇

Be mindful of the noise you make in the great outdoors 👂.   For newcomers or those re-discovering national parks, remember that parks are areas focused on preserving nature for plants and animals. They are very special places, with many life-sustaining values.   🌳 Queensland parks and forests are not a place for noisy gatherings and speakers that are cranked up high🔈. This can disturb local wildlife 🐨.   Where are you heading over the school holidays? 🤔

If we asked you 'how would you make Queensland better for young people', would you have an answer for us?   If so, we want your voice to be heard! We're looking for Queenslanders aged 12-25 to give it to us straight. We want to hear about what matters most to you and those around you.   By joining the Queensland Youth Strategy Engagement Group you can help shape government policies, programs and services that affect young people now and in the future. Apply now, see our Linkin.bio 👆

As you go through life, managing your money is important. So if you've started your first full-time job or have recently moved out of home and are on a lower income, we've shared some tips and resources👇. Tip 1: If you earn $37,000 or less, you may be eligible for a low-income superannuation tax offset of up to $500 per year. Extra money in your Super is a great thing 💪. Tip 2: See if you are eligible for any government rebates. They can cover things like textbooks, electricity, public transport, or car registration. Tip 3: Visit 'Good Shepard', which has car or home contents insurance programs for people on lower incomes 🚗. Tip 4: Set up your budget with the 'Moneysmart Budget Planner' so you're aware of your spending. We've shared a link to these resources below. Do you have a tip that has helped you 💬? Check out @moneysmartau for other practical saving tips

If you're writing a shopping list, chances are iceberg lettuce won't be on it ❎. During winter, most fruit and vegetables on grocery store shelves in Australia come from Queensland 🌴. Due to more than 3 months of heavy rainfall, many vegetable crops have been destroyed. That means the cost of iceberg lettuce is high, while the supply is low. We've shared a couple of alternatives so you can still get your greens in 💪 👇 👉 Cos Lettuce 👉 Spinach 👉 Rocket 👉 Red Oak Lettuce 👉 Cabbage Share your vegetable swaps with us below 👇 #EatWell #EatYourGreens #IcebergLettuce #YouthQueensland

Your bones help you move, give your body strength and protect your organs 💪. Your twenties are your last chance to add to your adult bone mass. After this, you can only maintain your bone health. Keep your bones healthy by 👇 🐟 Getting enough calcium in your diet 🏋️ Doing more weight-bearing exercise 🌞Getting Vitamin D Taking care of them now will help you stay healthy as you age. When it comes to your health, what do you prioritise?🤔

Are you wanting to boost Queensland into the future? 🚀   We're looking for Queenslanders aged 12-25 to help us shape government policies, programs and services affecting young people. Join the Youth Strategy Engagement Group and you'll be able to: 🔦 - Help shine a light on the key issues that young Queenslanders are currently facing 💡 - Share your experiences and ideas to inform policy development and create a new youth strategy 💭 - Share your thoughts on the best way to engage other young Queenslanders to help with a broader public consultation on the strategy  This is your chance to be a voice for your generation and make meaningful change!! 💪 Apply now 👆 (see our linkin.bio)

If you're getting in some last-minute study before the final week of exams, stay mindful of your posture. Yes, poor posture can cause back pain, but it can also lead to headaches which nobody has time for... Here's some quick tips 👇 🪑 Choose a chair that supports your back, keeps your shoulders relaxed and allows your feet to rest flat on the floor. 🐁When using a keyboard and mouse, keep your wrists straight, your upper arms close to your body, and your hands slightly below the level of your elbows. 🖥️ Make sure your monitor is directly in front of you, about an arm's length away. The top of the screen should be at or slightly below eye level. 🧘‍♂️Remember to stretch and take breaks. Got a mate whose guilty of this? Tag them below 👇 #FinalWeek #ExamTime #QueenslandYouth #StudyHack

Let's chat naps 💤. Sometimes, daytime napping can make it harder to fall asleep at night 😴 This is because when you nap during the day, you are reducing the build-up of sleepiness that would usually help you drift off at night. BUT, that's not always the case, especially when it comes to power naps 🦸 In fact, brief naps can improve your alertness and reduce fatigue 👀. For naps to help, they should be short and at least 3 hours before bed 🛏️. 20 minutes is a good time limit to stick to ⏲️, as it prevents you falling into a deeper stage of sleep. Are you a napper? 😴 #SleepSeries #SleepBetter #CatNaps #Naptime #PowerNaps

Don't wing your interviews! 🙃 Make sure you 👇 👉 Research the company and understand what they value. 👉 Know what skills and qualities they want on their team, so you can speak to them. 👉 Think of examples to back yourself up. ❓ Job interviews often follow a pattern, which means there's some common questions you can prep for. We've shared them below 👇. Did we miss one? Share it with us 💪

Are you 12-25 years old? 👇   We're looking for people who will give it to us straight. We want to hear about the issues that matter most to you and your mates to help shape the future of our state. Join other young Queenslander's on the Youth Strategy Engagement Group and influence the government policies, programs and process that impact you 💪   So, what’s in it for you? Well, alongside being an impactful voice for your generation you'll also connect with other like-minded young people, meet some influential high-fliers and it'll look GREAT on your resume. 📄   Sound like a good opportunity? To apply, See our Link.In bio 👆

Pause. Take a deep breath 😌 Breathing exercises can be one of the simplest activities to reduce stress 🌱. By focusing on what your body does naturally, connecting with the present (rather than the past or future), you can help calm your thoughts. Try this box breathing technique 👇 👉 Inhale slowly and deeply through your nose to the count of four. Feel the air fill your lungs completely 👉 Hold your breath for another count of four 👉 Exhale through your mouth for the same count of four. Feel the air leave your lungs 👉 Hold your breath again for four seconds 👉 Repeat at least 4 times How'd you go? #BreathMore #TakeAMoment #MentalHealthWellbeing

Young drivers represent 14% of Queensland's licence-holders but are also involved in 25% of road deaths due to crashes. Wherever you’re heading, it’s important to keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front 🚗 🚗 There are a lot of factors that’ll change what’s considered a safe distance including speed, vehicle type, and driving conditions but as a guide, always remember the '2-second rule' ⏰. ⏲️ When driving, pick a non-moving object along the road, like a sign, tree, or a pole, and when the car in front of you passes that object, start counting in your head. There should be at least a 2 second gap between you and the other car ✅ Remember, if you're caught traveling too close to the car in front, you could be fined $391 and lose 3 demerit points 💰 What other road rules do you want to know more about? 🤔

Whether you drink alcohol daily, weekly or just have a few once a month, it's important to be aware of how much you're drinking 🤔 It's recommended that healthy men and women have no more than 10 standard drinks per week, and no more than 4 on any one day. If you're wanting to reduce your alcohol intake, you could try: 🍺 Swapping to a low-mid strength drink 🧉 Setting yourself a drink limit 🚰 Having a glass of water between your drinks ⌚ Delaying your first drink Remember, just because it fits into a standard glass, doesn't mean it's a standard drink ✌️

It's next to impossible to work, read, study, socialise and practise a hobby without some type of screen involved 📱💻📺. But, looking at a screen for too long without a break can cause eye strain and leave your eyes 👁️ feeling tired and dry at the end of the day. After 20 minutes of staring at a device, look away and try one of the below exercises 👇 👉 Look at something across the room and draw a figure 8 with your eyes 👉 Roll your eyes and look left and right without moving your head 👉 Cup your palms over your closed eyes until all the light fades to black Share your eye exercises with us below 👇 #TakeABreak #StudyHack #QueenslandYouth #EyeStrain #ScreenBreak

So, high school exams started this week! Stay calm, we're here for you! 🥰 Here's a list of ways to reduce stress and ensure you're as organised as you can be. Quick tips 👇 ⌚ Take time to plan 🧠 Look after yourself 🤓 Stay focused 🙋 Ask for help On the day of your exam, do your usual routine, drink water and eat a nutritious meal. Did we miss any #StudyHacks? Share them below 👇 For other ways you can prep for exams, check out @headspace_aus

Hey Guys, #MensHealthWeek is a reminder to take care of your mind and body all year round. Self-care is about taking a moment to do something you enjoy and is different for everyone. It could look like 👇 😴 Setting a sleep routine or heading to bed early 🙅 Setting boundaries in your relationship circles 🏖️ Getting some movement in your day 🙋 Hanging out with a friend ✅ Writing a to do list and setting some goals For ways you can improve your health, check out @australianmenshealthforum and MensLine Australia

If it's quick and easy, we are 👏 HERE👏 FOR 👏 IT 👏. There's so many places to source quick and healthy breakfast ideas, but we thought we'd share some of our favs with you😎 Quick breakfast options to try: 🫐 Overnight oats topped with berries 🥤 Breakfast smoothies 🌯 Breakfast wholegrain wrap (made the night before and then put into the sandwich press) 🍓Yogurt, sprinkled with muesli and berries 🥚Wholegrain toast with eggs 🥣 Quick oat sachet with frozen berries on top 🥫Baked beans on a wholemeal English muffin Remember that breakfast doesn't have to take long to prepare or eat, just fill your plate with a balance of protein, wholegrain carbohydrates and fruits/vegetables to ensure that you're having a nourishing meal 💪. Which one will you try? 🤔 For other nutritious meal hacks, visit @nutritionaustralia #tryforfive #healthyeating #nutritiousbreakfasts

If you live in apartment, it can be a little trickier to develop a green thumb 🏡. Community gardens have always been about bringing people together and sharing important skills, so why not search for one in your area? 🌳 You'll get the benefits of physical exercise and improving your mental wellbeing 🧠, all while helping the environment. You can also take along any organic waste to compost while you're at it. Do you volunteer at a garden? 🤔 #CommunityGarden #VolunteerMore #ConnectMore #GreenThumb

Are the End Of Financial Year emails, texts and promos coming in hot? 🔥 As companies begin to market their sales as 'the perfect opportunity to save', we're frequently pushed into spending more than we intend to, especially with 'Buy Now, Pay Later' in the mix ⏩. Spending money that you don't actually have might mean you can have that new thing now but could end up costing you a lot more down the track. If you're going to use a 'Buy Now, Pay Later' option remember 👇: 🤑 It's easier to overspend. 💸 Fees add up. Check for additional fees that could make an item cost more. 🙃 It might affect a loan application. Lenders consider 'buy now pay later' spending habits. 💳 Late repayments can also affect your ability to borrow money in the future. If you do get into financial trouble there are services available to help you out ✌️🗨️. For more information around Buy Now, Pay Later, check out @moneysmartau #moenysmart #EOFYsale #meme #taxtime

June is the most colourful month, celebrating LGBTQIA+ #PrideMonth 🌈 Most commonly, we associate the rainbow flag with representing all communities, but are you aware of the others? 🤔 There are more than 20 different Pride Flags, each with a different meaning. Everyone has their personal story and reason for using a pride flag, for some it's a sense of belonging or a way of coming out, and for others it's a way to show support for their LGBTQIA+ brothers and sisters. No matter your reason, fly your flag high and free! 🏳️‍🌈 For ways you can celebrate Pride month, check out @minus18youth

Let's talk STI checks ✅. How often you get tested really depends on your lifestyle and how sexually active you are. If you are having vaginal, anal or oral sex, it’s recommended that you get checked at least once each year, or with every new partner. Getting tested more regularly is the best thing to do in situations where you: 👉 have a sexual partner who has STI symptoms or who has been diagnosed with an STI 👉 have had unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex with casual partners 👉 have had a condom break or fall off during sex 👉 are starting a new sexual relationship or have casual partners. Getting tested is simple, confidential and is a normal part of having a confident and healthy sex life 💪.