THRIVE Fest

19–22 Oct 2026
Level 1, UNSW College L5 Building

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Monday 19 October – THRIVE Fest Launch: Be Well

⏰ 12pm – 1pm |📍Quiet Room inside the Student Common Room

Kick off the THRIVE Fest with us! Nurture your inner calm with a Back to me moment 😌˚⊱🪷⊰˚🍃

Enter a space focused on clearing the mind and calming your energy!

When was the last time you had a moment to yourself away from the screens and the stressors of study?

This is a perfect opportunity to have a ‘Back to me’ moment with a guided body awareness relaxation.

Evidence shows breathing and body relaxation techniques have a number of positive effects on mental health and wellbeing including:

Relieves stress and anxiety by lowering stress hormones like cortisol and stimulate the nervous system to slow your heart rate and ease panic.
Uplifts mood by lowering emotional reactivity, bringing a sense of peace.
Eases the buildup of tension both emotional and physical.
Quietens a busy mind for improved focus, memory and attention span.

The back to me session is an audio activity released online on the CSW to stream at any time. You can enjoy listening to this in the comfort of your own home or simply listen to it whilst studying and no one will know!!

Tuesday 20 October – Move Well, Be Well

⏰ 12pm – 2pm |📍TBC

Day 2 of THRIVE Fest is focused on movement! Physical activity is essential for your overall wellbeing and health – and Tuesday is focused on making movement fun, social and easy to incorporate into your lifestyle.

Physical activity plays a vital role in supporting both your physical and mental wellbeing. That's why Tuesday is dedicated to making movement fun.

What's in store for Move Well, Be Well?

🏸 Badminton Social Tournament

Bringing people together through sport, our Badminton Social is designed to foster connection, raise awareness of wellbeing, and showcase badminton as an enjoyable and accessible way to support both body and mind.

Join us as we discover how movement can boost mood, build connections, and support overall wellbeing. 💚

Wednesday 21 October – Sleep Well, Be Well

⏰ 12pm – 4pm |📍Courtyard

Day 3 of THRIVE Fest focused on the importance of rest and sleep ✨☁️🛌

Day 3 of THRVE Fest is focused on equipping you the knowledge and resources to maximise your sleep and combat burnout.

The brain needs rest adequate rest for improved cognitive function, emotional regulation, problem-solving, energy and mental clarity.

Create your very own personalised sleep kit, designed to address the senses and support your bedtime routine ensuring self-care and better night’s rest!

DIY Room Sprays – Combine a variety of dried flowers, essential oils & herbs in mini-spray bottles to create a relaxing bedtime environment.
Explore sleep around the world – Global sleep map – click on a country and find out about a new sleep ritual practiced around the world – add your very own routine to the board.
Informative toolkits – Take home resources on the cognitive benefits of sleep, templates and prompts to create your very own bedtime routine + helpful tips and apps.
Cuppa Connections special – DIY Tea Blending for Sleep – connect, make friends, and bond while blending teas. Let the aromas of chamomile, lavender and honey help you unwind and relax.

Reminder: focused work followed by periods of rest and recovery is how we can be most productive 💡

Thursday 22 October – Eat Well, Be Well

⏰ 12:30pm – 1:30pm |📍Courtyard

Day 4 of THRIVE Fest is all about fuelling your body with the nutrients it needs to thrive – Eat Well, Be Well! 🍎🥗

This THRIVE Thursday, The Biting Truth is back with an interactive cooking workshop. Channel your inner chef and learn how to prepare a delicious, nutritious recipe that are simple, practical, and easy to recreate at home.

Designed to help you build confidence in the kitchen, this workshop will showcase how healthy, balanced meal prep doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming.

Plus, visit our Eat Well, Be Well Take-Home Recipe Station! Missed one of our previous cooking workshops? We've got you covered. Pick up a collection of easy, budget-friendly recipes and resources to inspire your next meal. 👩‍🍳✨

Level 1, UNSW College L5 Building

223 Anzac Parade Kensington

UNSW College delivers its Foundation Studies, Academic English, Diplomas, and Pre-Masters Program, under CRICOS Provider Code 01020K; TEQSA Provider ID: PRV13020 (Institute of Higher Education).

UNSW College delivers its Applied Degrees under TEQSA Provider ID: PRV13020 (Institute of Higher Education).

UNSW College also delivers UNSW Diplomas on behalf of UNSW Sydney under CRICOS Provider Code 00098G; UNSW Sydney TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12055 (Australian University).

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