01/06/2026
Just as long as you remember to remove puffer jackets from little kids before putting them in their car seats 😉
Winter is here! Time to pull out your puffer jackets as frosty mornings and cold winds become more frequent. ❄️
As the temps drop, it’s easy to feel a bit run down. But a few simple habits can help you survive – and thrive – this winter.
☀️ Go outside and get some sunshine (hello, vitamin D!)
🚶 Be active – even a short walk can boost your mood, energy and immune system
☕ Stay connected – check in with friends, family or colleagues – small chats go a long way
🥣 Eat nourishing foods – soup season is officially here and we’re all for it
😴 Prioritise sleep – your body will thank you
💙 Look after your mental health – if something doesn’t feel right, talk to a health professional – you don’t have to tough it out alone.
For a list of resources and services to stay well this winter, see our page www.act.gov.au/campaigns/staying-well-this-winter
More tips to survive or thrive this winter in our comments below 👇
[Image description: A person sits hunched on a weathered wooden bench outdoors in Canberra, bundled inside an oversized dark puffer jacket that almost fully covers the upper body. Colourful striped pants, red socks, and sneakers are visible below. The ground is scattered with brown autumn leaves, and behind the bench are low green shrubs, a tree trunk, and a beige brick building with large windows. Overlaid text reads, “Me in Canberra right now” with a snowman emoji.]
