Oct
2010
MEGT Institute Student of the year 2010
Out of 12 applicants’ this year we have selected 3 outstanding students finalist for the Student of the year 2010.
1. Emma Crawley - Certificate IV in Business- MEGT Institute, Traineeship, based in Newcastle
2. Eveline Overink - Diploma of Management- MEGT Institute, Sydney Campus
3. Martin Leeson - Certificate II in Retail- MEGT Institute, Victoria
The winner will be announced at the Melbourne graduation on 9th November.
More information about the Awards can be found here:
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MEGT Field Trip – Restaurant 2010
MEGT Field Trip - Restaurant 2010
The Restaurant 2010 held in the Hall of Industries at Moore Park was a fantastic experience to MEGT Institute Sydney Campus Hospitality’ students who attended to the event this past Monday and Tuesday (25/10 and 26/10).
Appearances of well known hospitality experts such as George Calombaris (Master Chef), Matt Moran(Aria), Adriano Zumbo (Master Chef), Barista Scottie Callaghan (World Barista Champion Finalist)to name a few.
Students enjoyed being in an environment that emulated their studies. Every exhibitor happily explained their products and services and some students were treated to the free samples available, strategically manoeuvring within the crowd to maximize the tastings, very clever.
This event was an opportunity for MEGT staff to talk to industry representatives and lead by example showing students how to communicate effectively within the hospitality industry members.
There were new innovative ideas such as the iPad menu ordering system, an exciting modern version in menu selling using current technology. Innovative POS systems integrating technologies, new beverage products, meat, goat, fish roe, cheeses and wines to name only a few.
Overall a good experience for those who have never attended a trade show, we are sure that the students took something away from the event, not just a free “samples”.
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Oct
2010
Best Picture of the week – November
Due to the successful response of the “Best picture of the week” competition we will continue throughout October/2010 and November/2010!
So what are you waiting for? Start sending your photos to studentcouncil@megt.com.au and your photo will be admired by everyone at the Institute and you could be running for a fantastic monthly prize!
Just Remember:
• Students can send up to 2 photos per week.
• All students can vote.
• Pictures will be up for judgment during 5 days.
• The winner will be notified via email.
• Student council will judge the best of the 4 pictures selected by the students.
• Winner results will be publish on 29/11/10
November competition will run for 4 weeks: please refer to poster for further info on submission/vote dates and prize.
Keep yourself updated with submission dates as November competition closes on 26/11/10.
The lucky winner of November competition will receive a movie voucher valued at $55.
This gift card can be used as many times for movie and candy purchases up until the credit or gift card has expired. Gift cards are valid for 12 months from date of purchase.
Oct
2010
MEGT Student Council event – ROSE BAY WALK
Walk will be on Sunday November 7th 2010
Where are we meeting?
- Kings Cross coca cola sign at 10am
What do I need to wear?
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
What do I need to bring?
- Camera
- Sun glasses
- Swimsuit
- Sunscreen
- Extra water and snacks
- Beach towel
- Extra pair of clothes
- Games suitable for the beach
Can I bring my friends?
- Yes!
How much will cost me?
- $5.40 – Return bus ticket
- $4.60 – lunch box
- Total: $10.00
Who do I pay to?
- Sarka room 8 M+T
- Mercedes room 7A M+T
- Ivy room 7B W+T
By when do I need to pay?
- Friday 05/11/10
Why should I go?
- Great fun
- Great opportunity to see more of Sydney
- Great opportunity to make new friends
Please note: MEGT and the student council is not liable for any accidents leading to injuries and lost of belongings. Please ensure that you have a current health cover card.
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Oct
2010
Safety Week 2010 – Day 4
Lack of sleep
Most people experience night when they feel as though they can’t sleep properly or simply don’t get enough sleep – this is not at all unusual and is not a serious issue if it only happens occasionally.
However, ongoing lack of sleep is a serious issue which can result in many negative health effects that you simply may not be aware of and so continues to prioritise other things over a good nights’ sleep.
Some of the short term effects of lack of sleep may include things like:
- Feelings of fatigue
- Lack of concentration
- Irritability
- Impaired judgement
- Increased accident rate at work or in vehicles
The effects of ongoing lack of sleep can have extremely serious harmful effects and may significantly increase the risk of:
- Weight gain / obesity
- Type 2 diabetes
- Heart disease
- Digestive problems
- Mental illness
- Violent behaviour
- Reduced immunity and increased infection rate
It is imperative that you get enough quality sleep. Eating a healthy diet, getting plenty of exercise, reducing your intake of stimulants such as caffeine and simply allowing enough time to sleep will go a long way!!!
You should consult your doctor if you have trouble sleeping on an ongoing basis.
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Oct
2010
Rachel Cowin – Winner of the NSW GTA Awards for 2010
Rachel Cowin on Friday evening 22 October, was announced the 2010 GTA NSW Trainee of the Year.
Rachel is undertaking the Certificate III in Water Operations and as well as completing all of her modules well ahead of schedule, has also completed several internal Sydney Water competencies from their own inhouse training program.
Rachel is employed by MEGT’s Group Training Department and her host employer is Sydney Water.
From the beginning of her traineeship Rachel has demonstrated an outstanding level of commitment and enthusiasm. Rachel certainly is flourishing through training by some of the country’s best water technicians and engineers.
Congratulations Rachel from everyone at MEGT Australia.
Follow this link to read more about Rachel’s successes.
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Rachael Cowin's mother receiving the award on behalf of Rachael
Oct
2010
Safety Week 2010 – Day 3
QUIT SMOKING
You will feel the benefits of quitting almost straight away as you body begins to repair itself. Depending on the number of cigarettes you smoke, typical benefits of stopping include:
• AFTER 12 HOURS almost all of the nicotine is out of your system
• AFTER 24 HOURS the level of carbon monoxide in your blood has dropped dramatically – you now have more oxygen in your bloodstream
• AFTER 5 DAYS most nicotine by-products have gone
• WITHIN DAYS your sense of smell and taste improves
• WITHIN A MONTH your blood pressure returns to its normal level and your immune system begins to show signs of recovery
• WITHIN 2 MONTHS your lungs will stop producing extra phlegm
• AFTER 12 MONTHS your increased risk of dying from heart disease is HALF that of a continuing smoker
• STOPPING SMOKING reduces the incidence and progression of lung disease including chronic bronchitis and emphysema
• AFTER 10 YEARS of stopping your risk of lung cancer is less than half that of a continuing smoker and continues to decline (provided the disease is not already present)
• AFTER 15 YEARS your risk of heart attack and stroke is almost the same as that of a person who has never smoked
Stopping smoking has major and immediate health benefits for men and women of all ages. These benefits apply to people with and without smoking related diseases. So it’s worth having a go!!
GO TO www.quit.org.au
HERE YOU CAN:
• Get practical advice & help on various approaches to quitting smoking
• Order a free QUIT PACK – which will be delivered to your house
• Attend a QUIT course
• Join the QUIT COACH – a free interactive website
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Oct
2010
Safety Week 2010 – Day 2
HEALTHY EATING TIPS
Healthy eating is part of a healthy lifestyle. To help you feel great and reduce your risk of developing any number of diseases or health issues – follow these healthy eating tips.
REDUCE FAT & CHOLESTEROL
• Use skim or low fat dairy products
• Cut back on the amounts of fats and oils used when cooking
• Choose lean cuts of meat
• Roast, bake, boil or simmer rather than fry foods
• Remove the skin from poultry
• Replace mayonnaise with low fat yoghurt in dips or sandwiches
• Use vegetable or peanut oils rather than butter or saturated fats
• Try using egg whites only in recipes that call for whole eggs
CONTROL CALORIES
• Eat only when you’re hungry and only until you’re full
• Eat slowly and chew your food well
• Eat a variety of foods you enjoy – in moderation. Monitor portion sizes
• Decrease fat and sugar intake
• Use products with no added sugar or with artificial sweetener substitutes
• Try using less sugar in your favourite recipes
REDUCE SODIUM & INCREASE FIBRE
• Don’t add salt when cooking
• Taste foods before you add salt
• Avoid high sodium foods – check sodium content on labels
• Drain and rinse canned vegetables
• Eat more whole grain breads, cereals and pasta
• Eat more raw fruits and vegetables
• Add bran to your diet, you can mix it in with cereal, casseroles tuna salad, muffins etc.
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Oct
2010
Sustainability Lane
SUSTAINABILITY LANE AT LANE COVE by MERCEDES BAUTISTA ARAGON –
Member of the MEGT Institute Sydney Campus’s Student Council.
This environment friendly fair was held the 10th of October at Longueville Rd and Lane Cove Rd. where hundreds of companies, shops, people and volunteers from Lane Cove and other suburbs around Sydney were part of this amazing event sponsored by the Lane Cove Council.
Being part of this event as volunteer was a great experience and definitely increased my knowledge about recycling, which I realized just then how important is to know what is recycable and what’s not.
Throughout the day I was responsible to help people by providing recycling tips and by raising awareness on recycling matters.
Despite the thought of how important is to recycle, I felt challenged by people’s attitude. Unfortunately not everyone is willing to give it a go to recycling and still cannot see how our attitude now can affect the world we live and the future of the next generations.
By the end of my shift, felling tired yet very happy to collaborate with our environment.
Here some tips to recycle, giving by the Lane council. You can help too!!!!
RECYCLING GUIDE
Bin stations at the Lane Cove Village Fair consist of three bins:
• A RED lidded general garbage bin;
• A YELLOW lidded containers recycling bin; and
• A BLUE lidded paper and cardboard recycling bin.
Containers recycling bin:
Generally, items to be placed in the containers recycling bin include:
• Plastic containers with the following symbol
• Glass bottles
• Aluminium cans
The following items cannot go in the containers recycling bin. They will need to be placed in the
general garbage bin.
• Any of the above items with food still in it
• Ceramics and porcelain
• Broken glass
• Plastics shopping bags
Paper and cardboard recycling bin:
Generally, items to be placed in the paper and cardboard recycling bin include:
• Paper, cardboard, newspapers and magazines
• Paper/cardboard drink containers, provided they are not silverlined
The following items cannot go in the paper and cardboard recycling bin.
They will need to be placed in the general garbage bin.
• Any of the above items with food still in it
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