Banana Life

20/06/2025

Strategic Group’s accountant crew meets twice a year to share insights — this time, they added something different.

A quick-fire session of The Hustle by Banana Life: part problem-solving, part healthy competition, and a solid shake-up from the usual routine.

No big speeches. Just a short, sharp activity that got people talking, thinking, and connecting across the room.

If you’re planning your next team day, consider something simple and purposeful. The right kind of challenge brings surprising results.

19/06/2025

Every manager knows motivation isn’t just about deadlines or bonuses.
It’s the daily human connection that makes teams feel truly valued.

Here’s how leaders can spark that spark:

🔥 Consistent Appreciation – Celebrate everyday effort, not just milestones.
🔥 Tailored Recognition – Everyone has a unique way in which they like to be praised.
🔥 Real-Time Feedback – Immediate praise cements positive habits.
🔥 Peer-to-Peer Culture – Encourage team members to champion one another.

Small acts of recognition ripple far beyond the moment; lifting morale, deepening trust, and creating a workplace everyone wants to show up to.

👉 Curious how to embed this into your team's routines? Explore the full guide here:

Discover effective ways to build a culture of appreciation in your workplace, improve employee well-being, and create a supportive, engaged team environment.

16/06/2025

After the crunch, comes the connection.

BDO Brisbane didn’t just mark the end of financial year—they used it to spark something new.

Their Banana Life Survivor session gave the team a chance to recharge, reset, and bring new faces into the fold in a way that felt fun, not forced.

It struck the balance: fun, purpose-driven, and inclusive. Exactly what the team needed to start the next quarter strong!

13/06/2025

From big goals to bullet trains; Team Banana hit both. 🇯🇵🍌

After smashing a major target last year, our crew earned themselves a team adventure to Tokyo!

Hosted by our Banana abroad, Blake Cunningham, the team soaked up sake bars, sushi, Studio Ghibli, sumo, baseball, and a whole lot of bonding in between. It was fast, fun, and well-earned. It was also us practising what we preach and to focus on real team-building connections along the way.

And none of it would’ve happened without the drive, effort, and spirit this team brings—day in, day out. Thanks for making Banana Life what it is.

11/06/2025

Two teams. One office. Zero stress.

The crew at Bellrock Specialty swapped spreadsheets for Survivor challenges—and turned a regular workday into something way more memorable.

No buzzwords. No big revelations. Just a chance to blow off steam, welcome new faces, and connect in a way that felt natural!

Here is what they had to say about their event:

"From first contact to the actual game day, everything was seamless and easy. On the day we had the best time and our producer, Jimmy, kept us engaged and excited! Would recommend Banana Life for any event where you want to have fun with a lot of laughs."

Zero stress. Big impact. That’s how we do team-building.

10/06/2025

We’ve run hundreds of team-building sessions. And here’s what we’ve learned: if you want it to stick, it has to be built right.

That’s why we use something we call RIPE.
Call it a methodology. Call it a belief system.

It’s something we’ve shaped (and reshaped) over the years of working with teams who want more than just a fun day out.

✔️ R – Reflect: Set the tone with intention
✔️ I – Interact: Design for genuine connection
✔️ P – Purpose: Tie every moment to something bigger
✔️ E – Everyone: Make it count for all team members

Over the next few weeks, we’ll break down how this shows up and why it works.
No fluff. More than just buzz. Just real outcomes for teams of all shapes and sizes.

09/06/2025

Peel Back Moment: That time Banana Life got grilled (nicely!) by the young legends at Juiced TV 🍌

Our CEO, Andy Balzat, sat down with a couple of future TV superstars to chat all things team building— the video is hilarious and the production value is epic!

Keep your eyes peeled for some familiar Banana Life faces—past and present—making cameos in the chaos.

Big shoutout to Juiced TV, an incredible not-for-profit making the hospital journey brighter for kids through fun, creativity, and hands-on storytelling. Their motto? "Made by the kids, for the kids."

Check out the full video below and head to juicedtv.com.au to learn more about their amazing work.

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Jo and Elana have geared up to take on the Banana Life challenge! Do they have what it takes to bring home the gold? Or will our superstars 'split' under the...

05/06/2025

EOFY’s coming up. If you're planning a team event, why not make it count twice?

This time of year often comes with pressure to spend wisely—and show value.
That’s where our give-back experiences come in.

✔️ SkateWorks – Teams build custom skateboards for young people having a tough time.
✔️ Bike Build – Collaborate, compete, and gift brand new bikes to kids who need a lift.
✔️ The GIVIT Game – A fast, fun challenge that directs real resources to real families via our friends at [].

Each one is designed to energise your team and leave something good behind.

Shared purpose builds stronger teams.
And stronger teams build better workplaces.

Let us know if you'd like to explore what that could look like for your crew.

CSR and Charity Team Events

04/06/2025

When your team works across roles—and postcodes—it takes more than a venue booking to make connection feel real.

For Direct Personnel, this belated Christmas celebration was about more than wrapping up the year. With half the crew flying in, it was a chance to break routine, meet colleagues they rarely work with, and build team culture in person.

The Banana Life Hustle gave them structure without stiffness, play without pressure, and just the right spark to turn remote colleagues into true teammates.

Turns out, a simple format done well can go a long way.

03/06/2025

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Spotted at a recent Banana Life Hustle — We know the backstory, but we want your take.

What do you think is going on here? Drop your funniest or most creative guesses in the comments below and earn virtual Banana Points.

Let’s see who’s got the juice.

02/06/2025

A FREE energy boost for your next team meeting—on us.⚡

Every now and then, we like to share easy team-building ideas to keep the good vibes rolling between the big events.

Here’s one to break the ice, spark creativity, and get people laughing:

🟡 Storytime – A low-prep game to wake up your team's imagination.

How it works:
1️⃣ Pair up. One person is A, the other is B.
2️⃣ A starts telling a story. B throws in random words.
3️⃣ A has to roll with it—and weave those words in.
4️⃣ Then swap!

It's quick, fun, and perfect for loosening the room before a meeting or presentation.
And yes, it gets weird in the best way.

Want to know why it works (and grab a few more ideas)?
Check out our latest blog post.

Boost engagement with these team meeting games! Quick, fun, and easy to play, they energise teams, spark creativity, and improve collaboration in minutes.

30/05/2025

No offsite for 18 months? That’s like running on empty—with matching lanyards.

After missing their usual offsite, the law firm Lavan was all in for a team experience that brought the fun and some real connection.

Enter: The Banana Life Hustle 🍌⚡

We kept things fast, playful, and packed with moments that sparked real connection. Because even high-performing teams need a circuit-breaker—a chance to shake off the structure and just enjoy each other.

This crew brought their A-game. We brought the bananas.

And if you’re wondering how it landed—just check out what they had to say 👇