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The Diabetes Association of the NT Inc trading as Healthy Living NT will hold its Annual General Meeting on Saturday 30 October 2010 at 10.30am. The venue is 2 Tiwi Place Tiwi, Darwin and by teleconference to 1/9 Parsons Street Alice Springs.
Business to be transacted:
- Acceptance of Financial Statements and Reports
- Election of Board Members
For more information contact: Darwin 8927 8488 or Alice Springs 8952 8000
Any member wishing to serve on the Board of the Association should contact the CEO, Anne Kemp on 8927 8488 or email ceo@healthylivingnt.org.au
Diabetes Buzz Day 2010
Diabetes Buzz Day is on Friday 17 September 2010, the aim of the day is to raise awareness of diabetes in the community and raise much needed funds to enable implementation of projects to help improve the health and enhance the lives of people living with diabetes.
Support Diabetes Buzz Day by purchasing merchandise from selected outlets or registering to sell Diabetes Buzz Day Merchandise. Download the Registration Form and email info@healthylivingnt.org.au or fax 08 8927 8515.
National Diabetes Awareness Week
This year National Diabetes Awareness Week is from 11-17 July. The theme for 2010 is Kidney Health and Diabetes "If only your kidneys could talk". A booklet and poster have been produced to assist in management and prevention of kidney disease in people with diabetes. The booklet and poster are available for download.
Healthy Living NT in Alice Springs and Darwin will hold activities during the week to further inform the general public about type 2 diabetes, the risk factors, prevention and complications; especially kidney disease.
Healthy Living NT - Alice Springs
- Supermarket Tour on Wednesday 14 July, bookings are essential, more information here
- Diabetes Risk Assessment Activity on the 20 and 21 July at United Discount Chemist in the Coles complex from 10:00am - 2:00pm both days
Healthy Living NT - Darwin
Will be holding information stands at the following locations
- Smith Street Mall, Darwin (opposite Cafe 21) Monday 12 July from 9:00am - 3:00pm
- Oasis Shopping Centre, Palmerston Tuesday 13 July from 10:00am - 3:00pm
- Casuarina Shopping Centre (near the Information booth) Friday 16 July from 9:00am to 3:00pm
Walk Safely to School Day 
Kids and Schools to Win While They Walk. The annual Walk Safely to School Day will be held on Friday 7 May 2010, this year great prizes can be won for yourself or your school. More information and entry details can be found at www.walk.com.au
NDSS Product Price Increase
On 1 January 2010 the Australian Government increased Registrant contributions for supplies under the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS).
For more information about the increase and prices please click here.
Christmas and New Year Closures
Healthy Living NT offices closures over the Christmas and New Year period are:
- Darwin: Closed from 0800 Friday 25 December and reopening 0800 Monday 4 January 2010
- Alice Springs: Closed from 0800 Friday 25 December and reopening 0830 Tuesday 5 January 2010
Products can be purchased during this period from the listed product outlets. Their opening hours are listed for your convenience.
Healthy Living NT Annual General Meeting
The Diabetes Association of the NT Inc trading as Healthy Living NT will hold its Annual General Meeting on Saturday 31 October 2009 at 10.30am. The venue is 2 Tiwi place Tiwi, Darwin and by teleconference to 1/9 Parsons Street Alice Springs.
Business to be transacted:
- Acceptance of Financial Statements and Reports
- Election of Board Members
For more information contact: Darwin 8927 8488 or Alice Springs 8952 8000
Any member wishing to serve on the Board of the Association should contact the CEO, Anne Kemp on 8927 8488 or email ceo@healthylivingnt.org.au
Walk to Work Day
Walk to work day will be held on Friday 2 October 2009, individuals, businesses and organisations are encouraged to take a further step in improving our nation’s health and environment. By registering as a ‘Walking Class Hero’, individuals have the opportunity to win a walking holiday for 2 people on the Milford Track in NZ valued at over $5000. Registration is free at www.walk.com.au. View the Walk to Work day media release here.
Upcoming Charity Golf Day
Healthy Living NT, supported by The Bernborough Club NT will be holding its annual charity golf day on Sunday 13 September 2009 at the RAAF Golf Course Darwin. Funds raised on the day will be used to increase awareness of diabetes and heart disease.
Registrations are now open for Teams of Four at a cost of $50/person. A selection of tee off times are available at time of registration.
Sponsorship is also required, a range of sponsorship levels are available.
For registration or sponsorship information contact Annette on 8927 8488 or info@healthylivingnt.or.au
World Diabetes Day 2009
On the 14 November each year the International Diabetes Federation celebrates World Diabetes Day . This year the campaign message is Understand diabetes and take control. Everyone has the opportunity to participate either by purchasing merchandise, or downloading promotional material to promote diabetes awareness. See the World Diabetes Day website for more information.
Diabetes Buzz Day 2009
This years Buzz Day will be held on Friday 18 September, as in previous years a variety of merchandise will be available to purchase. The monies raised will go towards diabetes research and other programs.
Healthy Living NT is looking for outlets to sell the merchandise, please email info@healthylivingnt.org.au for more information.
For a Buzz Day catalogue go to the Buzz Day website.
Festive Season Trading Hours
Healthy Living NT offices in Darwin and Alice Springs will be closed over the Christmas and New Year period.
- Darwin will be closed from 4.00 pm Wednesday 24 December 2008 and will reopen at 8.00 am Monday 5 January 2009
- Alice Springs will be closed from 4.00 pm Wednesday 24 December 2008 and will reopen at 8.30 am Tuesday 6 January 2009
Healthy Living NT Subagents will be open on selected days throughout the Festive Season click here to download the trading hours.
Information for Members
Unfortunately due to an unresolved dispute with Diabetes Australia Ltd, Healthy Living NT is unable to send you the Conquest magazine with Territory Way.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
To bridge the gap created and looking to the future needs of members, Healthy Living NT is currently in the process of finalising arrangements to provide a new national consumer member magazine. We are of the view with the combination of these two publications; your quarterly reading enjoyment will be enhanced. It is planned to commence distributing the new national consumer magazine with the September edition of Territory Way.
National Diabetes Week 2008
National Diabetes Week 2008 will be from 13 July 2008 to 19 July 2008. Healthy Living NT will be holding supermarket tours and information booths at various shopping centres in Darwin and Alice Springs. View the National Diabetes Week brochure for information on locations, dates and times.
Taking Charge of Diabetes Program
Do you:
- Type 2 diabetes
- Want to take charge of your health
- Want to more exercise
- Want to learn how to improve your nutrition
- Want to have fun
If yes then view the Taking Charge of Diabetes brochure for more details.
National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) Price Increase
From January 1st 2008 the registrant contribution for NDSS products will increase, in line with annual indexation on the PBS.
For further information call: (08) 8927 8488 or email: info@healthylivingnt.org.au or download the increase statement here
 Last Updated 17 August 2010
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