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How Your Phone Habits Impact Your Sleep: Simple Fixes

Sleep Smarter: Mastering Your Phone Habits for Better Rest

In today’s digital age, most of us are guilty of spending time on our phones, even when it’s bedtime. However, this habit can have a detrimental effect on our sleep. Research has shown that using electronic devices like phones before sleep can disrupt our sleep patterns, making it harder to fall asleep and reducing the overall quality of our rest.

One key issue is the blue light emitted by our phones. This light interferes with the production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates our sleep-wake cycle. As a result, our body’s internal clock gets thrown off, leading to sleep problems. So, how can we strike a balance between our digital lives and the need for a good night’s sleep?

Firstly, experts suggest switching off electronic devices at least one hour before bedtime. This break from screens can help your mind relax and transition into sleep mode. Even just 30 minutes of screen-free time can make a difference. To further reduce the impact of blue light, consider altering your phone settings to minimize it or using apps that block blue light and give your screen an orange hue. If you’re looking for a fail-safe option, reading a book before bedtime is a great choice. Another effective strategy is meditation. Meditation, can promote better sleep by triggering your “relaxation response.” It allows you to focus your attention on your breath, diverting your mind from racing thoughts and helping you unwind.

Our phone habits play a significant role in our sleep quality and hygiene. By understanding the impact of screens on our sleep and implementing some simple changes, we can take better care of ourselves and enjoy a restful night’s sleep. Remember, a good night’s sleep is essential for our overall well-being, so it’s worth making these adjustments to improve your sleep.

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Important Centre Update:  Main Pool Hall Closure 
Thursday 31 July, back open on Monday 18 August

Please be advised that the entire Main Pool Hall will be closed from Thursday 31 July to Monday 18 August to allow for essential, unplanned boiler replacement works. During this period, there will also be no hot water to the showers Centre-wide. 

One of the most important systems in our facility is the boiler system, which heats our pools and showers. Unfortunately, we recently experienced an unexpected fault that impacted heating water. As a result, we’re fast-tracking a major replacement to this critical system to restore full comfort and ensure long-term reliability. To safely complete these works, the entire Main Pool Hall will be closed from Thursday 31 July to Monday 18 August.

The Warm Water Pool and Spa remain operating as normal.

Please visit our website to learn more about these works and impacted services during this time: https://parc.peninsulaleisure.com.au/alerts/important-centre-update-main-50m-pool-closure-30-june-27-july/ 

If you would like to suspend your membership for the closure period, you can do so via our website: https://bit.ly/4b35AsV Suspensions used will not go towards members’ allowable suspensions days. 

Thank you for your continued support. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we carry out this important replacement. We look forward to welcoming you back to a warmer PARC Main Pool Hall from Monday 18 August.
Please note the Sauna will be closed for tiling replacement works from Monday 28 July to Saturday 30 August. 🛠

The maintenance works include demolishing current tiles, retiling, and replacement of all internal timber. 

The Steam Room, Spa and Warm Water Pool will remain open as normal. ✅

This is the final stage of the Rolling Tile Replacement Project. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to enhance your PARC experience with these important upgrades. 

Learn more about these upgrades via the blog - link in bio

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Expression of Interests are open ✅

Join our Pre-Teen and Teen Can Swim Program this August & September. 

When it comes to staying safe in and around water, teenagers are one of the most at risk groups due to a lack of swimming ability. 
 
The fully subsidised swim program for pre-teens and teens is the perfect opportunity for young people to build confidence in the water and develop essential life-saving skills. 
 
- Pre Teens Life Program – Tuesdays or Thursdays 19 Aug to 11 Sep from 6:45pm – 7:30pm at PARC 
- Teens Life Program – Tuesdays or Thursdays 19 Aug to 11 Sep from 6:45pm – 7:30pm at PARC 
 
To learn more or to submit your EOI please visit our website via the link in bio 

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Welcome to your PARC update 🗞

We recently sent out our member newsletter and we’ve got plenty to update you on! From new Group Exercise formats, new bathroom tiles, an upcoming Teen Can Swim program, as well as the results from our latest Customer Satisfaction Survey. 

Check out the newsletter via the link in bio

As always to stay up to date with all the latest PARC info visit our blog anytime

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Do you know someone who was born this year? 👶

Celebrating the newest members of our growing community and register their name for the 2025 Birth Tree. 🌳

The Rotary Peninsula 2.0 Birth Tree helps to raise funds for swim programs in our community, with $45 of every contribution going straight back to PARC and PINES to help more children build confidence in the water. 

For more information or  to register a name on the 2025 Birth tree, head to the website via the link in bio

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