2kg Challenge

Line Dancing at Workers Blacktown
2025-08-20 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-08-27 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-09-03 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-09-10 14:30 - 15:30 (Australia/Sydney)
Venue: Workers Blacktown, 55 Campbell Street, Blacktown
Every Wednesday at 2:30pm – 3:30pm Western Sydney Changing Diabetes provides free line dancing for members in the Diamond Showroom at Workers Blacktown

Tai Chi at Workers Blacktown
2025-08-20 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-08-27 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-03 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-10 15:30 - 16:30
Venue: Workers Blacktown, 55 Campbell Street, Blacktown
Every Wednesday at 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Western Sydney Changing Diabetes provides free tai chi for members in the Diamond Showroom at Workers Blacktown

Sign up for FREE phone and online health coaching
2025-08-21
The Get Healthy Service offers free phone and online health coaching to help you make lifestyle changes to improve your health. Delivered by NSW Health, the service is available to people over 16 years of age living in NSW.
When you join, you’ll receive 6 or more confidential coaching calls with a university qualified health coach.
Get Healthy Service coaches can support you to:

set and achieve your health goals
eat well and keep active
reduce the amount of alcohol you drink
reach and stay at a healthy weight
gain a healthy amount of weight in pregnancy
stay active during and after cancer treatment

The program is designed to fit in with your life, with coaching available at a time that works for you.
Sign up to get started or ask your health professional for a referral.
Learn more about how the Get Healthy Service works.

Tell us about your progress!
2025-08-22, 2025-08-29, 2025-09-05
We’d love to hear about your progress. How are you feeling? Post a tip, what’s working and why, or what’s hard. We all have our ups and downs. Share yours with us! We are in this 2kg Challenge together!
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Check out Reclink Connect's FREE weekday programs to engage your body and mind
2025-08-23
Reclink Connect – by national sport and recreation charity, Reclink Australia – is a FREE national engagement initiative to connect you with expert-led health and wellbeing activities.
Join in and connect from the comfort of your own home or suggest to your local community house or Council to run a group session locally.
From Yoga and Tai Chi to Zumba and Dancefit, Reclink Connect offers a variety of programs every weekday to engage your body and mind – while connecting you with your own virtual support team!
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Try Ellie's Sunshine (Vitamin D) Salad
2025-08-24
Perfect for lunch or dinner, this simple, nourishing salad can be whipped together in just minutes.
No Money, No Time has healthy recipes, hacks, myths and FAQs about healthy eating and best of all, they have a Healthy Eating Quiz, which gives recipe suggestions and ideas tailored for you.
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Run out of ideas?
2025-08-25
Check out our Resources page for healthy eating, exercise, staying connected and happiness in the great outdoors of Western Sydney
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Join Free or Low Cost Community Fitness Classes in Riverstone
2025-08-26, 2025-09-02, 2025-09-09
North West Community Services Inc runs FREE community fitness classes each Tuesday at 10:30am, during school terms.
Interested? Call 9627 3622 or email athapa@nwcs.org.au
There are also extra classes in August and September, specifically for seniors at a cost of $5 per session. These hour long classes are held on Tuesdays at 11:30am and Fridays at 10:30am.
Interested in Winter Fitness Classes for Seniors ($5 per session)? Call Harry on 9627 3622 or email hgale@nwcs.org.au
Whether you are wanting to keep up your fitness, or exercise your mind and body, talk to our friends at North West Community Services.
All classes are held at 9 Park Street, Riverstone.

Sign up a friend to win a cookbook
2025-08-28
Know someone else who might like to join the 2kg Challenge? Send them this link today and you could win The Greengrocer’s Diet cookbook!
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Join a free boxing, cross-training or yoga camp
2025-08-28
Live Life Get Active have free classes suitable to all ages and abilities, all equipment is supplied and plans can be adapted to any fitness level. Find and register to your nearest camp for free.
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Try Dr Karl's Secret Slow Cook Bolognaise
2025-08-30
No Money, No Time has healthy recipes, hacks, myths and FAQs about healthy eating and best of all, they have a Healthy Eating Quiz, which gives recipe suggestions and ideas tailored for you.
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Buy local and in season fruit and vegetables to save money while eating well
2025-08-31
Buying local, in-season produce is a win-win. You get:

Fresher taste: Locally-grown fruits and veggies aren’t shipped long distances, so they’re picked at peak ripeness for maximum flavor and nutrients.
Lower prices: No hefty transportation costs mean savings for you!
Support local farmers: Your purchase strengthens your community and helps sustainable practices.

Stay Connected and Ask a Dietitian
2025-09-01
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and join our Facebook Group for updates, and special offers, and to ask questions directly to our 2kg Challenge Dietitian every Monday.
2kg Challenge Western Sydney Members Facebook Group

Get a free health check from a SiSU Health Station
2025-09-02
SiSU Health Stations gives you a free self-service health check in under five minutes.
As well as your diabetes risk, SiSU Health Stations also measure blood pressure, heart rate, weight and perceived stress.
Regular health checks using a SiSU machine can be an important part of your 2kg Challenge!
There are SiSU machines at Workers Blacktown and Workers Sports and many pharmacies in Western Sydney.

Try an exercise lesson at home
2025-09-04
Our friends at Active and Health NSW have developed Healthy Ageing Online Learning – A Free Resource for Older Adults.
Here are two beginner-friendly online exercise circuits, complete with instructional videos so you can follow along at home.
Click here for Exercise circuit 1 » and here for Exercise circuit 2 »

Try Easy as Red Lentil Dahl
2025-09-06
Made entirely from pantry items, cooking doesn’t come much easier than this
No Money, No Time has healthy recipes, hacks, myths and FAQs about healthy eating and best of all, they have a Healthy Eating Quiz, which gives recipe suggestions and ideas tailored for you.
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Looking for easy, tasty meal ideas? Get your FREE recipe book!
2025-09-07
Trying new recipes is a great way to keep healthy eating fun and interesting. If you’re looking for inspiration, Diabetes Australia has just launched a brand new FREE recipe book!
Packed with heart-healthy meals designed and approved by dietitians, the Take Diabetes 2 Heart recipe book makes healthy eating delicious and simple.
Download your free copy today and discover tasty dishes your heart will love!
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Exercise for health, not perfection
2025-09-08
When it comes to exercise, shift your focus from achieving a ‘perfect’ body to nurturing your physical and mental well-being. Exercise is not a punishment for indulging; it’s a celebration of what your body can do. Whether dancing, hiking, yoga, or a stroll in the park, find an activity that brings you joy and makes you feel alive. These words of wisdom are from the team at Live Life Get Active
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Learn more about our friends - Box Divvy
2025-09-09
Box Divvy is a community-driven food network bringing fresh, affordable and nutritious groceries directly to you.
By partnering with local farmers and suppliers, Box Divvy offers a range of seasonal fruits, vegetables, meats, and pantry staples at up to 30% less than supermarket prices.
This community-based system promotes healthier eating with a focus on whole foods, reducing reliance on processed options to support long-term well-being.

Each Box Divvy Food Hub is conveniently run by someone in your neighbourhood, allowing you to order fresh produce online, customise your weekly groceries and pick up your box locally.
With no joining fees and a commitment to reduce food waste, Box Divvy offers a sustainable, eco-friendly approach to grocery shopping.

Box Divvy isn’t just about saving money – it’s also about making healthy eating easier.
Fresh, whole foods like fruits, vegetables, and lean meats are better for your health and can help lower the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Choosing Box Divvy can help you eat healthier, support local farmers, and reduce the impact on our environment.

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Stay hydrated to help reduce fatigue, tiredness and cravings
2025-09-11
Instead of reaching for sugary drinks or caffeine, prioritize water throughout the day. Dehydration can mimic fatigue, tiredness, and even cravings. Stay hydrated to help your body function optimally, boost energy levels, and keep your mind clear.
