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Work stress fuelling Australians’ poor sleep, new Sleep Health Foundation data reveals

New data from the Sleep Health Foundation’s Aussie Sleep Snapshot Survey 2026 has revealed work-related stress and job pressures are taking a toll on the sleep of Australian workers, with more than one in three workers (36.9%) reporting that work-related factors affect their sleep on nights they do not sleep well.

"Wake & Move: A targeted activity program for people with sleep disorders" piloted with Heart Foundation funding

The Sleep Health Foundation is thrilled to share that our Wake & Move program has been selected as one of nine national winners of the 2026 Active Australia Innovation Challenge (AAIC).

A message from our Executive Director, Louisa Smith

SHF’s Executive Director, Louisa Smith, shares her vision for the Sleep Health Foundation.

An open letter to our volunteers

This National Volunteer Week, we want to acknowledge the vital role volunteers play in advancing the mission of the Sleep Health Foundation.

Nighttime Fears and Worries Study

Researchers at Black Dog Institute and UNSW Sydney are looking for families with children aged 7 to 12 to take part in a research study testing a free digital program to improve sleep.

RACP Accredited Advanced training in Adult Sleep Medicine - Darwin

A unique opportunity is available to undertake advanced training in Adult Sleep Medicine in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.

Seeking Lived Experience Advisory Partners Expressions of Interest from Men

Diversity in membership is a core priority for SHF, we are currently seeking expressions of interest from men with relevant lived experience.

Strengthening Our Leadership for the Future

A message from Jennifer Low, Chair of the Board

New 24‑Hour Movement Guidelines a Positive Step: Sleep Still Needs Its Own National Guidelines

The Sleep Health Foundation applauds the inclusion of healthy sleep in the updated Australian 24-hour Movement Guidelines for Adults and Older Adults. These guidelines are however limited in that they only focus on sleep duration and the importance of limited screen-time for healthy sleep to contribute to a healthy 24-hour day for an individual.

Seeking Independent Board Director with Communications, PR and/or Marketing Expertise

The Sleep Health Foundation is seeking a new board member with marketing, PR and/or social media experience and not-for-profit experience.

Welcoming 2026: A message from our CEO, Dr Moira Junge

SHF’s CEO, Dr Moira Junge, welcomes new members to the team and provides an update on recent advocacy efforts.

Survey for allied health clinicians of children with neurodisability

The Kids Sleep Research Team research team at University of Queensland is currently conducting a study exploring the assessment and management of sleep problems in children with neurodisability, from the perspective of allied health clinicians

Pre-Budget Submission: Debunking the myths about sleep: Helping Australians to check, choose, snooze for better sleep health

SHF has joined forces with the ASA to call the government to act and make sleep health a national priority.

End of year message from our CEO, Dr Moira Junge

Dr Moira Junge expresses her gratitude for the support received throughout 2025 and wishes everyone a happy and safe holiday season.

Social media ban for teens: A sleep win or just one piece of the puzzle?

Poor sleep in young people is influenced by many factors beyond social media accounts alone, and no single policy can fix the full range of sleep issues children and adolescents face.

Farewell, Spring: A message from the Chair

Chair, Jennifer Low, reflects on the recent end of financial year and Sleep Health Week with optimism for the future.

Notice of Annual General Meeting 2025

The Sleep Health Foundation's Annual General Meeting will be taking place virtually at 5pm AEDT on Wednesday 26 November via Zoom.

The Better Sleep Program

The Better Sleep Program, delivered by experienced psychologists at Reconnexion, provides an accessible, evidence-based intervention for adults experiencing insomnia.

Policy and templates for grant support requests

The Sleep Health Foundation is pleased to partner with institutions and organisations on grant applications. Here we've outlined more information about the policies and procedures for requesting a grant Letter of Support.

Share your experience: survey for people using breathing support devices at home

Have you used CPAP, BiPAP or home ventilation? We want to hear from you.

Seeking participants: Care2Sleep Study

Are you a health professional with experience treating sleep problems? Monash wants to hear from you!

Resources & Activities for Highschool Students

To celebrate Sleep Health Week, we've updated our resources for highschool students and their teachers.

Poor sleep is costing young Australians five days a week in lost productivity and nearly half the nation turns to sleep medication

The Australian Sleep Report, commissioned by the Sleep Health Foundation for Sleep Health Week (11-15 August), paints an alarming trend of a tired, medicated nation

Two PhD Scholarships available at University of Sydney: Sleep & Musculoskeletal Health

The University of Sydney has opened applications for two PhD scholarship for Sleep and Musculoskeletal Health

TGA Approves Mounjaro for Treatment of OSA

Exciting news for sleep health in Australia!

Free online sleep course boosts sleep quality by 40%

A breakthrough online course from Macquarie University is making quality sleep accessible, improving sleep by up to 40% for people across the country.

Winter is coming...

Here's how to optimise your sleep health during the colder, darker months.

Thank you to our members: A message from our CEO, Dr Moira Junge

Dr Moira Junge shares words of thanks for our members‘ ongoing support as we approach end of financial year.

The foundation of restful nights -- navigating sleep challenges for older adults

Recently, Sleep Health Foundation CEO, Dr Moira Junge, shared an article with the Australian Health and Aged Care Resource Guide.

ABC Radio Melbourne: On air discussing Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) and treatment

Dr Moira Junge joins ABC Radio Melbourne host, Brigitte Duclos, to discuss people's experiences using CPAP as treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea.

Seeking Lived Experience Advisory Partners Expressions of Interest

SHF is currently seeking additional members from the community to join and contribute to the Lived Experience Advisory Partners.

Embracing Digital Inclusivity: The Sleep Health Foundation's New Accessibility Initiative

The Sleep Health Foundation is proud to announce a significant enhancement to our online presence, aimed at creating a more inclusive digital environment for all our visitors.

Dreaming Big in 2025: A message from our CEO, Dr Moira Junge

Dr Moira Junge, our CEO, shares her vision for the Sleep Health Foundation in 2025.

Gen Z's lack of Zs

The convenience of access to social media has contributed to 93% of Gen Z admitting to staying up past their bedtime.

Your bed is yours and my beds is ours: Sharing the bed with a furry friend

Despite the high preference for co-sleeping with animals in the population, there remains the question as to whether or not this is a good thing.

Welcoming Jennifer Low, incoming Chair of the Board

The Sleep Health Foundation is thrilled to announce that Jennifer Low has been appointed as the new Chair of the Board of the Sleep Health Foundation.

A message from the outgoing Chair

Prof Shantha Rajaratnam provides words of thanks and support as his term as the Sleep Health Foundation Chair of the Board comes to a close.

Participate in sleep apnoea research

Be part of an exciting new research study at the Woolcock! Researchers are looking for volunteers to help them understand if brain stimulation can improve sleep brain waves in people with sleep apnoea.

PhD Scholarship Available at Adelaide Institute for Sleep Health

Notice of Annual General Meeting 2024

The Sleep Health Foundation's Annual General Meeting will be taking place virtually at 5pm AEDT on Thursday 7 November 2024 via Zoom.

2024 ECMR Industry Engagement Overall Award: Let's Yarn About Sleep

Let’s Yarn About Sleep (LYAS) is Australia’s first sleep health equity program that aims to deliver culturally responsive programs and services to improve the sleep of First Nations peoples.

Sleep apnoea and fall risk trial

Are restless nights leading to unsteady days? Join Flinders University's study

SHF Support for ARC ECR Industry Fellowships 2024

Talk to us about connecting you with the right industry partner and other support we can offer.

Moira Junge for Nurse and Midwife Health Program Australia

Dr Moira Junge contributed to articles on the NMHPA website to provide nurses and midwives insight into the importance of sleep and ways to improve it.

Harnessing the power of sleep for healthy brain ageing

SHF appeared in the Australian Health & Aged Care Resource Guide for May 2024 to discuss the importance of sleep for brain health and ageing.

Insomnia and Lifestyle Survey

What do adults experiencing sleep difficulties think about getting support to eat well and be active to improve sleep?

PhD Scholarship opportunity for an AHPRA-registered dentist at Flinders University

24-hour Movement Behaviour Guidelines survey

You're invited to participate in a survey seeking your opinion on examples of recommendations and messaging used in 24-Hour Movement Guidelines.

Narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia participants wanted

Adelaide Institute for Sleep Health are currently recruiting participants for a clinical trial.

Sleep: A core pillar of health and wellbeing

Last week the Mitchell Institute launched an Australia-first policy evidence brief on the importance of sleep.

Congratulations to our Award winner, Alexandra Shriane!

On Saturday 11 November, our Innovation and Sleep Science Communication Award finalists presented their research live at Sleep DownUnder, and our winner and runner ups were announced.

Notice of 2023 Annual General Meeting

Better Sleep Supports Better Wellbeing

For many individuals, improving sleep can enhance their wellbeing. Monash University is conducting research to better understand the reasons for this.

Research and Clinical PhD Opportunities

Personalised digital interventions for shift work

Recruiting for Insomnia Working Group

Can support with lifestyle behaviours, such as diet and exercise, improve treatments for insomnia?

FAQ: Sleep Studies with Prof Robert Adams

Have you been experiencing prolonged poor sleep or excessive daytime sleepiness? Are you concerned that you might have a sleep disorder? You may have been thinking about or have booked a sleep study

A consensus opinion amongst stakeholders as to benefits of obstructive sleep apnoea treatment for cardiovascular health

Sickness absenteeism is associated with sleep problems independent of sleep disorders

A quarter of working Australians may have one sick day a month as a consequence of poor sleep, a new survey reveals.

When and how do I seek help for my sleep?

Sleep is a complex and unique experience, so how do you know when to seek medical advice? Here are a few simple questions you can ask yourself and practices you can adopt to determine if you’re able to improve your sleep with some tips, or if you might be suffering from a sleep disorder and need to seek professional help now.

Denise Asks Awkward Questions with Dr Moira Junge

Dr Moira Junge joins Denise Scott on her podcast for Jean Hailes to answer awkward questions about sleep.

Jean Hailes podcast: Easing pain through meditation

Dr Moira Junge joins the Jean Hailes podcast to provide some relief and relaxation.

Jean Hailes podcast: Before bed de-stress

Dr Moira Junge joins the Jean Hailes podcast to help you relax and unwind before bed.

Daylight Saving Time survey

The Sleep Health Foundation is seeking participants to take a short survey asking their opinion on Daylight Saving Time in Australia.

The Morning Show with Dr Moira Junge for World Sleep Day

Talking sleep health, sleep disorders, and sleep myths.

Is there a "Gender Sleep Gap"?

Are women more likely to have poor sleep? Channel 9 Today Extra with Dr Moira Junge

Talking CPAP and Snoring on the Today Show

Dr Moira Junge spoke with Today Extra about the benefits and advancements of CPAP.

Introducing Dr Moira Junge, our inaugural CEO

Hear Moira's vision in this exciting new role!

Sleep Health Foundation Celebrating 10 years

In 2021, the Sleep Health Foundation celebrated it's 10th anniversary.

Insomnia Clinical Trial

Seeking individuals to participate in a new treatment study testing a consumer device and online program for insomnia

Psychological Research Study

Have you experienced a natural disaster, such as a flood, fire, cyclone or earthquake?

Dementia, Sleep and Wellbeing

A six week program targeting sleep and mood in people living with dementia and primary care partners

Online Insomnia Treatment Study

Are you interested in accessing a free online insomnia treatment program?

Project SWITCH: Improving shift workers' sleep and wellbeing

Receive personalised recommendations tailored to your body clock!

COMISA: Co-Morbid Insomnia and Sleep Apnoea

Insomnia and sleep apnoea study, with FREE gold-standard treatment

The Beauty Sleep Trial: Herbal Treatment for Insomnia

The Better Sleep Program

Looking for people with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea

Investigation into later bedtimes for individuals with sleep concerns

Wind Down Before You Lie Down

Broad Radio: Jean Hailes Slumber Party with Dr Moira Junge

A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep

A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep is a self-paced online program which helps people to learn proven skills and strategies to sleep well.

Sleep Health Interviews: Mental Health, OSA, Insomnia, Nightmares and Parasomnias

The Sleep Health Foundation’s Dr Moira Junge was a special guest for Vigour.Media's interviews on the topic of sleep.

Podcast: How do you sleep when it's hot?

Podcast: How sleep varies across cultures and countries

In this podcast Professor Dorothy Bruck considers how sleep and sleep/wake behaviours change across different cultures and different ethnic groups.

Speaker Program spotlight: Dr Hailey Meaklim

Hailey provides educational presentations and media insights on behalf of the Sleep Health Foundation. She shares her experience.

My Sleep Health Foundation Highlights

Dr Jasneek Chawla became a speaker for the Sleep Health Foundation in 2015. She shares her experience providing educational presentations.

Singing for snoring: Do we need more 'tone'?

An observational study of 20 chronic snorers found that snoring duration (measured from 1 hour tape recordings over 7 nights) was reduced in snorers who completed singing exercises for 20 minutes a day for 3 months.

A Good Night's Sleep and a Good Memory Go Hand in Hand

A recent study by scientists at the Griffith Lab has shown that the mechanism that promotes sleep also consolidates memory.

While you were sleeping

Sleep your way to health.

Seeking: Sleep Champion

The Sleep Health Foundation is seeking a high-profile person with sleep health interest to be our "Sleep Champion."

The ‘Sleep Calculator’ is just unscientific hype

Sleep Health Foundation says that the assumptions that the Sleep Calculator makes, and the advice it gives, are not based on scientific evidence.

Sleep and mood are closely connected

Healthy sleep is important for our well-being and quality of life.

Chill Out: Disturbed Sleep

Chill out: Disturbed sleep plays havoc with your mood and mind

School time sleep routine

Now is the time to start getting your children back into the school time sleep routine.

Sleep and mental health

Although the relationship between sleep and mental health is not clearly understood, we believe that a good night's sleep helps foster both mental and emotional resilience.