HCF and Netball Australia, united by uncommon care
Through our partnership with Netball Australia, we empower Aussies of all ages to lead more active, healthier lives. HCF and Netball Australia are both trusted by Aussies, and go above and beyond to put people first.
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Nominate your Team Behind the Team for a chance to win $5,000 for your local netball club^^.
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CELEBRATING THE TEAM BEHIND THE TEAM
As proud partners of Netball Australia, we want to celebrate those who go above and beyond for netball each week - the Team Behind the Team.
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Podcast: Talking to parents lessons learned through lockdown
In our bonus episode, in partnership with Netball Australia, host Cath Cox chats to 3 parents from Australia’s netball community about navigating the tough times of 2020** – what challenges have they faced this year and how can we look after our children’s mental health, as well as our own?
For more parenting podcast episodes, check out Season 1, Season 2 and Season 3 of Navigating Parenthood.
MENTAL WELLBEING TOOLS & TIPS FOR PARENTS
We’ve teamed up with Netball Australia and Calm Kid Central to design practical tools and tips to help parents talk to kids about their feelings during tough times.
At HCF, we understand the importance of mental health, especially in times like these. And just like netball’s elite athletes, children need support to navigate change and uncertainty. We spoke to child mental health experts about how children react to change, keeping kids socially connected and ways to talk to kids about big feelings.
Must have hospital or extras cover for 12 months, excludes Accident Only and Overseas Visitor Health Cover.
Need Help?
If you're struggling with depression or anxiety, and need to speak to someone now, call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or call the Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800.
HOW TO NAVIGATE BIG CHANGES
FOR YOUNG KIDS
From missing out on their weekly netball coaching sessions to being asked to stay home from school, our children have experienced a lot of disruption to their daily lives.
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HOW TO KEEP YOUR KIDS CONNECTED
DURING SOCIAL DISTANCING
While we can’t know for sure when ‘normal’ life may resume, or when the next netball match might be, there are still things we can do to help kids stay happy and connected.
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ARE YOU OKAY?
HOW TO TALK TO KIDS
ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
Social distancing, stress around work and school, and general uncertainty about the future can all lead to feelings of sadness or anxiety.
If you're struggling with depression or anxiety, and need to speak to someone now, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or call the Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800.
READ OUR TIPS FOR PARENTS
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MORE NETBALL TIPS, NEWS AND STORIES
Can't get enough of netball? We don't blame you. We've got more netball news, stories and competitions for you, as well as health tips to help you both on and off the court. Take a look.
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Why choose HCF?
YOU GET MORE BACK
Because we're not-for-profit, we pay more back in benefits than the industry average*. That's Uncommon Care.
ONLINE MENTAL HEALTHCARE
We’ve developed a unique range of mental health programs, so you get the right support and treatment^.
100% back on some extras
You could get a 100% back on a dental check-up as well as a no-gap first visit to the physio, chiro or osteo in our No-Gap network+.
Health cover that’s right for you
We've been voted Australia’s most trusted health fund, 3 years in a row#.
Important Information
*90% compared to 86% across the industry. Calculated based on the average of the past 5 years, sourced from APRA Statistics: Private Health Insurance Operations Report 2016-20, June 2020
^Eligibility criteria may apply.
+100% back from providers in our No-Gap network is available on selected covers. Waiting periods and annual limits apply. See hcf.com.au/100back
#Source: Roy Morgan, Net Trust Survey, 2018, 2019 and 2020.
**Need help? Head to Calm Kid Central for online resources and access to online psychologist to help children aged 4–11 manage their ‘big feelings’. Must have hospital or extras cover for 12 months, excludes Accident Only and Overseas Visitor Health Cover. Visit the parent portal at ReachOut for further resources. If you feel depressed or anxious, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. For health concerns, speak to your doctor. HCF doesn't endorse any statements or opinions made during the podcast. This podcast contains general health information and shouldn't be relied on as medical advice.
^^ACT Permit No TP 21/01366. SA Permit No T21/1245. Enter the Major Prize Draw by completing the entry form available at hcf.partnership-hub.com/2021-team-behind-the-team. Enter the Bonus Prize Draw by completing a survey after entering the Major Prize Draw. Total prize value is $9,999. Major Prize is a $5,000 donation to a nominated netball club. Runners Up Prizes are 7 x Suncorp Super Netball Experiences. Bonus Draw Prizes are 5 x $500 Rebel Sports gift cards. Entrants must complete the survey to enter the Bonus Draw. Read our full terms and conditions. Competition commences 9:00am AEST on Friday, 13 August 2021 and closes 11:59pm AEST on Friday, 10 September 2021. All winners will be selected / drawn on Monday 13 September 2021 at Level 5, 403 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000. The Major Prize Draw winner will be selected by a judge. The winner will be the entry that displays the most accurate representation of uncommon care. The Major Prize winner will be announced as 12:00pm AEST. The seven Runners Up Prize winners will be chosen at random by manual draw at 12:30pm AEST. The five Bonus Draw Prize winners will be chosen at random by manual draw at 1:00pm AEST.
Winners will be personally notified by phone and email. The name of the winners will be published at hcf.com.au/netball on 15 September 2021. This competition is being run by The Hospitals Contribution Fund of Australia Limited (ABN 68 000 026 746) of Level 5, 403 George Street Sydney NSW 2000.