Paint the Town Green with Mindfull Aus and Baw Baw Shire Council

Mindfull Aus and Baw Baw Shire Council will partner to deliver this important community event which will focus on connecting to others, improving personal wellbeing and supporting people around you.

Paint the Town Green is a community-driven event aimed at offering insights, meaningful discussions, and practical tools to enhance communication, resilience, and overall well-being. Bringing together residents of the Baw Baw Shire and surrounding areas, this event offers strategies to improve personal and professional lives while fostering a sense of unity and growth. The green symbolises healing, health, and community renewal, reflecting the event's goal of improving participants' emotional and mental well-being.

Event Details: 

This FREE community event is limited to only 200 people, and you must be aged 18+ to attend.

Date: Friday May 30th - doors open at 530pm for a 6pm start and the event will conclude at 730pm.

Location: the Fountain Room located at the Warragul Arts Centre.



MC:
Matt Runnalls, CEO of Mindfull Aus, will guide attendees through the event, splashing his expertise across the intervals focusing on connection to others and supporting the people at home.

Keynote Speakers:

Will Paul - Why is it so hard to be happy?
Will explores the evolutionary roots of our mind's tendency to fixate on pain, and offers tools for cultivating compassion, connection, and curiosity to navigate hardship and discover joy.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand how our brain shapes our thoughts and emotions.
• Tools for transforming negative thought patterns into growth opportunities.
• Practical strategies for creating peace, balance, and happiness.

Andy Finestone OAM - Be Where Your Feet Are
Andy will share how mindfulness and presence improve mental health and relationships, teaching participants how to stay grounded and embrace the present moment.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn mindfulness techniques to improve mental health.
• Exercises to stay grounded and calm throughout the day.
• Understand how presence reduces stress and enhances personal satisfaction.

Event Highlights:

• Engaging & Experiential: Practical, hands-on advice that participants can apply immediately.
• Collaborative Learning: Opportunities to ask questions and engage with speakers.
• Actionable Strategies: Tools for improving mental well-being, reducing stress, and cultivating mindfulness.

This event is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of mental health, mindfulness, and strategies for navigating life's challenges.

Light catering will be provided at the conclusion of this event. We are only able to cater to limited dietary requirements (Gluten Free, Vegetarian and Vegan) we apologise for any inconvenience.