Seniors Week 2009 Calendar of Events
CAT Trails
The popular Seniors in the City CAT Trail will be running during Seniors Week 2009. To view maps and activities on offer around Perth and Fremantle please click below.
Perth (Red & Blue CAT) map Fremantle CAT map
WEEK-LONG EVENTS AND OFFERS
Event Title: Deborah Kirwan Media Awards photo exhibition and Living Histories exhibition
An exhibition of photographs from the 2009 Deborah Kirwan Media Awards, as well as Living Histories stories highlighting life in the Perth in the1950s, will be on show in the walkway outside the WA Seniors Card Centre.
Date: Mon 26 Oct - Fri 30 Oct
Venue: Walkway outside the WA Seniors Card Centre at Albert Facey House, 469-489 Wellington Street Perth
Contact: Department for Communities
Telephone: 6217 8700
Event Title: Bell Tower gold coin entry
View the beautiful bell tower with only a gold coin!
Date: 25 Oct 1 Nov Time: open from 10.00am Cost: Gold coin
Venue: Bell Tower
Address: Barrack Square, Riverside Drive
Suburb/Town: Perth WA
Telephone: 6210 0444
Website: www.swanbells.com.au
Event Title: Our Story, Our Treasures: The State Library of Western Australia and Western Australia’s Documentary Heritage
Showcasing 120 years of the State Library of Western Australia, this exhibition includes rarely seen items from the collection and tells the stories behind our buildings, collections and people. For more information, please visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au
Date: Till the end of Nov Time: Monday – Thurs 9.00am – 8.00pm; Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm; Saturday and Sunday 10.00am – 5.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: State Library of Western Australia
Organisation: State Library of Western Australia
Postal Address: 25 Francis Street, Alexander Library Building, Perth Cultural Centre
Suburb/Town: Perth WA 6000
Telephone: 9427 3111
Email: info@slwa.wa.gov.au
Event title: Channel 7 station tours
Come along and enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the Channel 7 studios, followed by morning or afternoon tea in the cafeteria. Bookings essential.
Dates: 26, 27, 29, 30 Oct Time: one tour in the morning and one tour in the afternoon Cost: Free
Contact: Rebecca Darling
Phone: 9344 0785
Event Title: Perth Library activities
Monday to Friday, Morning tea from 10am -11am
Wednesday – Mah-jong, from 1-3pm, tea and coffee provided
Thursday – Scrabble from 9.30am -11.30am, tea and coffee provided
Date: 26 – 30 Oct Cost: Free
Address: Law Chambers (lower ground floor), 573 Hay St, Perth
Event Title: Seniors Week gold coin entry movie screenings at Ace Cinemas
Date: 26 – 28 Oct Time: any session before 11.00am Cost: Gold coin entry
Venue: Ace Cinemas
Suburb/Town: Busselton, Midland, Rockingham and Subiaco.
Event Title: Seniors Week gold coin entry movie screenings at Grand Cinemas
Date: 26 – 28 Oct Time: any session before 11.00am Cost: Gold coin entry
Venue: Grand Cinemas
Suburb/Town: Armadale, Bunbury, Currambine, Joondalup, Warwick and Whitfords.
Event Title: Seniors Week discounts at Hoyts
Date: 26 – 30 Oct Time: any session before 5.00pm Cost: $6
Venue: Hoyts Cinemas
Suburb/Town: Carousel, Garden City, Millennium and Queensgate Fremantle, Southlands and Rockingham.
Event Title: Seniors Week discounts at Greater Union
Receive a free movie ticket if you join Greater Union’s Seniors Club during Seniors Week. The club features: $8 tickets all year, newsletters, candy bar deals and advanced screenings.
Date: 25 Oct – 1 Nov Cost: $8
Venue: Greater Union Cinemas
Suburb/Town: Innaloo and Morley
Event Title: Seniors Expo
Plenty to see and do for seniors, with over 25 exhibitors, guest speakers and demonstrations. Morning tea and lunch will also be available at Senior prices.
Date: 28 Oct - 30 Oct Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Bethanie on the Park
Contact Name: Jo Oakes
Organisation: Bethany Care Service
Address: 2 Plantation St (Corner of Alexander Drive)
Suburb/Town: Menora WA
Postcode: 6050
Telephone: 6222 9038
Email: Joanne.Oakes@bethanie.com
Event Title: Rockingham Woodworkers Club Display
The Rockingham Woodworkers Club are holding an exhibition of their locally made craftsmanship - come and see what they have been busy working on.
Date: Safety Bay Library opening times 26 Oct to 31 Oct (Mon – Thurs 10.00am to 7.00pm, Fri 10.00am – 5pm, Sat 9am – 12.00pm)
Cost: Free
Venue: Safety Bay Library
Organisation: Rockingham Woodworkers Club and the City of Rockingham
Event Title: Free Hearing Screenings for Seniors
Free hearing tests as well as demonstrations of the newest Bluetooth hearing aids, television adaptors and new wireless telephone connections. Bookings are essential.
Date: 26 Oct – 2 Nov Time: 9.00am – 4.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Noranda, Karrinyup, Perth, Claremont, Fremantle, Rockingham and Mandurah
Contact Name: Karen
Organisation: Western Hearing Services and Tinnitus Management
Telephone: 1800 622 121
Email: karen.hawtin@westernhearing.com.au
Event Title: Mandurah Magic annual days out
The Senior newspaper and Mandurah’s Bouvard Cruises invite you to enjoy a range of day trips at discounted rates. Six packages are available to destinations such as Abingdon Miniature Village and the Australian Sailing Museum, many featuring lunch stopovers. Bookings are essential.
Date: 26 – 30 Oct Time: day trips Cost: $36 to 53
Website: www.mandurahpeeltour.com
Telephone: 9534 9079
SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER 2009
Event Title: Re-union in Bunbury
A chance to socialise with the WAATIME airforce girls by celebrating the swan song.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 12.00pm Cost: $11.00 for the bus
Venue: Parade Hotel - Bunbury
Contact Name: Rose Howard, Honorary Treasurer
Organisation: WAAAF Branch – RAAF Association
Postal Address: 70/2 Bullcreek Drive
Suburb/Town: Bullcreek WA
Postcode: 6149
Telephone: 9311 4270
Event Title: Low Cost Gardening in Small Spaces
3 X 30 minutes workshops in a community garden. Hints and tips on using waste to make soil, small garden beds, and composting options.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 11.00am – 2.00pm Cost: $5 (Limit to 25 per session)
Venue: West Leederville Community Garden (next to 78 Cambridge Street, West Leederville)
Contact Name: Peg Davies
Organisation: West Leederville Residents Association/ Garden Committee
Postal Address: C/- 26 Blencowe Street
Suburb/Town: West Leederville WA 6007
Telephone: 0422 941 492
Email: pegd@westnet.com.au
Event Title: ‘Behind the Scenes” at the Tarrawarra Museum of Art
Join Founding Director of Tarrawarra, Maudie Palmer and Exhibition Curator, Phillipa O’Brien in a special exhibition tour and talk.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 2.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Ellenbrook Gallery
Organisation: Ellenbrook Arts
Postal Address: 34 Main Street
Suburb/Town: Ellenbrook WA
Postcode: 6069
Telephone: 9297 9900
Event Title: South West Seniors Expo Inc.
An information expo for seniors, carers and the community.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: South West Sports Centre, Hay Park, Bunbury
Contact Name: Merv Mancer
Organisation: South West Senior Expo Inc
Postal Address: PO Box 1532
Suburb/Town: Bunbury
Postcode: 6231
Telephone: 9795 7534
Email: sw.seniors.expo@hotmail.com
Event Title: WA Seniors Awards
Now in its 24th year, the WA Seniors Awards has become a highly anticipated annual event. The WA Seniors Awards recognise the outstanding service that seniors provide to the community. The winners of the 2008 WA Seniors Awards, including the Burswood Senior of the Year, will be announced at a Gala Ceremony at the Burswood Entertainment Complex on Sunday 25 October 2009. Invitation only.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Venue: Burswood Entertainment Complex
Contact: Department for Communities
Telephone: (08) 6217 8700
Event Title: British Auto Classic Show
A family event with a wine and gourmet expo, market, British classic car display, kids fun and games, and seniors activities.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Waroona Town Oval and Memorial Hall
Contact Name: Terry Cuckerham
Organisation: Event Assist Inc.
Postal Address: PO Box 5146
Suburb/Town: Falcon, WA
Postcode: 6210
Telephone: 9586 1010
Email: ter.sy1@bigpond.com
Event Title: Dolly Mixtures show
A great chance to sing along to the old favourites, this show features girls’ names in song, dance and comedy.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 2.00pm Cost: $10.50, Children $7.50. Groups at special prices.
Venue: City of Gosnells Don Russell PA centre, Murdoch Rd, Thornlie
Contact Name: Ruth Kershaw
Organisation: Older Women’s Network Theatre Group
Postal Address: 34 Greenway Ave
Suburb/Town: Thornlie WA
Postcode: 6108
Telephone: 9493 2734
Email: kershawruth@hotmail.com
Event Title: Gardening for small spaces
Small can be beautiful. Get some tips on how to make the most of your small gardens.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 11.00am – 2.00pm Cost: $5
Venue: West Leederville Community Garden
Contact Name: Peg Davies
Organisation: West Leederville Residents Association
Postal Address: C1-26 Blencowe Street
Suburb/Town: West Leederville WA
Postcode: 6007
Telephone: 0422 941 492
Email: pedgd@westnet.com.au
Event Title: Seniors’ Luncheon
Enjoy a multicultural luncheon with the Burmese Association of WA Inc.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: 275 Stirling Street, Perth
Contact Name: Betty Johnson
Organisation: The Burmese Association of WA Inc
Postal Address: PO Box 55
Suburb/Town: Inglewood WA
Postcode: 6932
Telephone: 9328 8988
Email: bawa@iinet.net.au
Event Title: Pensioner Guard Cottage
The Bassendean Historical Society will open the cottage for the public with guided tours available.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 1.30pm – 4.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Pensioner Guard Cottage, 1 Surrey Street, Bassendean
Contact Name: Recreation and Cultural Services
Organisation: Town of Bassendean
Postal Address: PO Box 87
Suburb/Town: Bassendean
Postcode: 6934
Telephone: 9377 8000
Email: mail@bassendean.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Bentley Park Show 2009
Exhibition of judged exhibits by residents of Bentley Park Village. Demonstrations such as cake decorating, Morse code calligraphy, beading and many more will be on show. Prize money, trophies and certificates will be awarded.
Date: 24, 25 Oct Time: 9.30am – 4.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Auditorium, Swan Care Group, 26 Plantation Drive, Bentley.
Contact Name: Mrs. Beryl Davis, Coordinator
Organisation: Swan care Group
Postal Address: C/O 16A Gordon Way
Suburb/Town: Bentley WA
Postcode: 6102
Telephone: 9355 4795
Email: norbadav@bigpond.net.au
Event Title: Garden Fete
Stroll through a beautiful open garden and enjoy the treasures on offer at Amanda’s Garden Fete. Wheelchair access exists within most of the garden and free bus transport is available from Gosnells Railway Station for seniors on the day.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Cost: $4 entry
Venue: Amanda’s Garden, 1520 Matison St, Southern River
Contact Name: Barry Young
Organisation: Amanda Young Foundation
Postal Address: PO Box 8024
Suburb/Town: Perth BC
Postcode: 6849
Telephone: 9227 4237 / 9398 7275
Email: bnlayf@bigpond.com or info@amandayoungfoundation.org.au
Event Title: Seniors Concert – Hips, Harmony & Hitler
This concert features the story of three women who through their songs, glamour and talent, helped to uplift public morale during the darkest days of World War II. The concert will be followed by an afternoon tea by the Seniors Week Committee in the foyer of the theatre. Tickets are essential and are available from the theatre.
Date: 25 Oct Time: 2.00pm Cost: $15
Venue: Queens Park Theatre, Cathedral Avenue, Geraldton
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
MONDAY 26 OCTOBER 2009
Event Title: Seniors Info Session
The City of Stirling is hosting an event and morning tea to inform Seniors about road safety, community safety and public transport.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 9.00am – 11.00am Cost: Free
Venue: Bob Daniel Community Centre – 895 Beaufort St, Inglewood
Contact Name: Shane Pope – Road Safety Officer
Organisation: City of Stirling
Postal Address: 25 Cedric Street
Suburb/Town: Stirling
Postcode: 6021
Telephone: 9345 8555
Email: shane.pope@stirling.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Historian Steve Smith – Taking on the importance of the family photo
Date: 26 Oct Time: 1.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Alcoa Murray Public Library
Contact Name: Sally Middleton
Organisation: Alcoa Murray Public Library
Postal Address: PO Box 21
Suburb/Town: Pinjarra
Postcode: 6208
Telephone: 9531 7712 (Bookings are essential)
Email: librarys@murrays.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Gardens Galore Day
Join us for a bus trip to Bridgetown to celebrate the festival of country gardens.
Date: 26 Oct Time: Depart from Nannup Shire at 10.00am and return at 2.30pm Cost: $10.00
Venue: Various Bridgetown gardens
Contact Name: Louise Stokes
Organisation: Shire of Nannup
Postal Address: PO Box 11
Suburb/Town: Nannup
Postcode: 6275
Telephone: 9756 1018
Email: louise.stokes@nannup.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Making the most of your money in difficult times seminar
A series of presentations covering seniors concessions, Centrelink benefits, superannuation and pensions. Includes morning tea.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: WA State Library, Theatre room
Organisation: Department for Communities
Telephone: 6217 8400
Event Title: Wills and Deceased Estate Administration Seminar
A presentation discussing legal requirements and things to consider when writing a will. To register call 9222 6508 or email public.trustee@justice.wa.gov.au
Date: 26 Oct Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: WA State Library, Theatre room
Contact Name: Stewart Davies from the Public Trustee
Organisation: Department for Communities & Public Trustee
Telephone: 9222 6508
Event Title: Simply Busting
A fun and informal community education session on bladder and bowel health
Date: 26 Oct Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Manning Hall, Corner Bradshaw Cres ad Jarman Avenue, Manning
Contact Name: Sheila Mwebaze
Organisation: Continence Advisory Service of WA
Postal Address: PO Box 719
Suburb/Town: Nedlands, WA
Postcode: 6909
Telephone: 9386 9777 1010
Email: healthprom@continencewa.org.au
Event Title: Seniors Performance of “The Wizard of Oz” Ballet
Enjoy a golden classic for seniors.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 10.30am Cost: $10
Venue: Swan Park Theatre, Midvale
Contact Name: Michelle Madlener
Organisation: Michelle Madlener Ballet Studio
Telephone: 9298 8033
Email: theballetstudio@hotmail.com
Event Title: Shire of Mundaring – Concert in the park
A delightful outdoor concert. Includes performances from three musical acts, delicious free lunch and more. Bookings are essential and close on Wed 21 Oct.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 11.30am – 2.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Mundaring Community Sculpture Park, Jacoby Street, Mundaring.
Contact Name: Lyndsey Stoney
Organisation: Shire of Mundaring
Postal Address: 7000 Great Eastern Highway
Suburb/Town: Mundaring WA
Postcode: 6073
Telephone: 9290 6682
Email: cda2@mundaring.wa.gov.au
Event Title: New Vogue Dancing
Come and dance up a storm! Learn ballroom dances such as the Foxtrot and the Waltz as well as Latin American dances like the Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha and Salsa. Registration required as limited places are available.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 8.30am - 11.30am Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Penguin Island Tour
Enjoy a 45 minute eco-cruise on a glass bottom boat peering into the crystal clear waters of the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. Highlights also include a beach visit at Seal Island to watch sea lions at play, a visit to Penguin Island as well as the Discovery Centre. Registration required as limited places are available.
Date: 26 Oct Time: Bus departs at 9.15am and returns at 2.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Meet at the City of Rockingham Administration Building
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Introduction to Computers Lesson
Do you need a helping hand to get you started using computers? This introductory session is for complete beginners. Limited places are available, please register your interest.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Safety Bay Library
Contact: Maria Masaryk
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9527 3388
Event Title: Heart Moves Heart Foundation Program
The Heart Foundation’s low to moderate intensity exercise program, Heartmoves, is designed for people with long term health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes or obesity. Exercise at your own pace in a friendly atmosphere. Registration required as limited places are available.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 1.15pm – 2.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Aqua Jetty
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: The Heart Foundation and the City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Belly Dancing (For Beginners)
Come and shake those bellies – it’s all in the name of fun! Limited places are available, please register your interest.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 6.00pm – 7.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Boot Scooting Bash
Learn to boot scoot and have a whole lot of fun practising! Registration required as limited places are available.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Seniors Week at Brookton Telecentre: Town Garden Tour
A three hour guided bus tour of gardens in and around Brookton. Gardens will be in full bloom at this time of the year. Participants are encouraged to take photos and ask questions.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 1.00pm – 4.00pm Cost: $7
Venue: Brookton Telecentre
Contact Name: Leonie Kempin
Organisation: Brookton Community Telecentre Inc
Postal Address: 89 Robinson Road
Suburb/Town: Brookton WA
Postcode: 6306
Telephone: 9642 1377
Email: telecentre@westnet.com.au
Event Title: Gardening Workshop – Morning Tea for Seniors
Enjoy a gardening workshop over a delightful morning tea.
Date: 26 Oct – 30 Oct Time: 9.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Tuckey’s Hardware Mitre 10 at Pinjarra and Mandurah
Contact Name: John Tuckey
Organisation: Mitre 10 (Garden Centre)
Postal Address: 19 George St (Pinjarra) and 16 Peelwood Parade (Mandurah)
Suburb/Town: Pinjarra / Mandurah
Postcode: 6208 and 6210 respectively
Telephone: 9531 1473
Email: tuckeys@westnet.com.au
Event Title: Seniors’ activity day
This event is an opportunity for seniors to experience inclusive and accessible activities. These activities include kayaking, exercise, walking groups, Tai Chi, cycling, canoeing, and sailing. The event will also include various displays, giveaways and gopher races. Mid-day snack will be provided with outdoor sausage sizzle and in door café for tea.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Champion Lakes - Cammillo
Contact Name: Daniel Cain
Organisation: City of Armadale
Postal Address: Locked Bag 2
Suburb/Town: Armadale/ Cammillo
Postcode: 6112
Telephone: 9399 0652
Email: dcain@armadale.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Opening ceremony & Dance-a-thon
This event will feature dancing prizes and entertainment from the Broadway 11 band as well as a healthy morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. Tickets are limited so be quick!
Date: 26 Oct Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Bassendean Community Hall, 48 Old Perth Road, Bassendean WA 6054.
Contact Name: Recreation and Cultural Services
Organisation: Town of Bassendean
Postal Address: PO Box 87
Suburb/Town: Bassendean
Postcode: 6934
Telephone: 9377 8000
Email: mail@bassendean.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Rockingham Seniors Sport and Recreation Week
A range of exciting activities for Seniors to participate in such as a Penguin island Tour, Spectacles, Yargan tour, Lawn Bowls, dancing classes, surfing, canoeing, ocean pilates and more.
Date: 26 Oct to 1 Nov
Contact Name: Laura Robinson, Sport and Recreation Co-ordinator
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Postal Address: PO Box 2142
Suburb/Town: Rockingham DC WA
Postcode: 6967
Telephone: 9528 0479
Email: laura.robinson@rockingham.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Morning Tea at Citiplace
A morning tea for networking. Specifically for over 55s or people of any age with a disability.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm Cost: $2pp – Devonshire Tea
Venue: Citiplace Community Centre
Contact Name: Maggie Gutierrez
Organisation: Citiplace Community Centre
Postal Address: Shop 2, Upper Level Walkway
Suburb/Town: Perth
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9325 3264
Email: maggie.gutierrez@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Seniors Week at the State library
Visit the State Library’s latest exhibition, enjoy a concert, take a look behind the scenes or watch a film. For more information, please visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au.
Date: 26 - 31 Oct Time: Monday – Thurs 9.00am – 8.00pm; Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm; Saturday and Sunday 10.00am – 5.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: State Library of Western Australia
Organisation: State Library of Western Australia
Postal Address: 25 Francis Street, Alexander Library Building, Perth Cultural Centre
Suburb/Town: Perth WA
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9427 3111
Email: info@slwa.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Grandparenting after separation and divorce of children seminar
This seminar provides strategies to help grandparents manage difficult emotions with their grandchildren with regards to separation and divorce. Bookings are essential.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 9.30am – 12.00pm Cost: $25 per person or $40 per couple
Venue: Perth Family Relationship Centre, Level 1 Sheffield, 713 Hay St Mall, Perth
Contact Name: Bobbie
Organisation: Relationships Australia
Postal Address: PO Box 1206
Suburb/Town: West Leederville
Postcode: 6901
Telephone: 9489 6322
Event Title: Morning Tea with The Mayor
Mayor Ian Carpenter will be replying to questions submitted by the seniors. Questions for the mayor can be forwarded to:
Sheri Moulds
Executive Personal Assistant
PO Box 101
Geraldton – Greenough WA 6531.
Questions should be sent before 5.00pm, 23 Oct.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 11.00am Cost: Free
Venue: QEII Seniors & Community Centre
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Mayor’s Mystery Bus Tour
Mayor Ian Carpenter will host a Senior Bus Tour of Geraldton-Greenough. The bus will depart from QEII Seniors & Community Centre. Bookings are essential. Seniors can call in and get their tickets from the centre before 5.00pm, 22 Oct.
Date: 26 Oct Time: 9.00am Cost: Free – Morning Tea provided
Venue: QEII Seniors & Community Centre
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Tours for the old observatory
Enjoy a tour on The Old Perth Observatory, situated at the top of Mount Eliza just to the East of the City of Perth. The observatory originally had three buildings but today just the Government Astronomer’s Residence remains.
Maximum 20 persons per session, RSVP is required.
Date: 26 Oct – 29 Oct Time: 10.00am Cost: Free
Venue: Old Observatory
Contact Name: Ms Shelley Withers
Organisation: The National Trust of Australia
Postal Address: PO Box 1162
Suburb/Town: West Perth WA
Postcode: 6872
Telephone: 9321 6088
Email: trust@ntwa.com.au
TUESDAY 27 OCTOBER 2009
Event Title: Picnic at Araluen
A 5 hour outing to Araluen for a picnic and also to walk through the gardens. A great chance to take beautiful photos.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 10.30am – 3.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Araluen Botanical Gardens
Organisation: St Paul’s Anglican Church
Postal address: 162 Hampton Road
Suburb/Town: Beaconsfield
Postcode: 6162
Telephone: 9335 2242 (church office) or 9319 9301 (Lia Johnson)
Event Title: Health and Wellbeing seminar
A talk about healthy ageing by avoiding depression, keeping up an active lifestyle, and making wise choices about medicine. Morning tea included.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: WA State Library, Theatre room
Organisation: Department for Communities / COTA / Beyond Blue
Telephone: 6217 8400
Event Title: Understanding the aged care industry and your options seminar
A seminar designed to increase awareness of aged care services in the community.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 1.30pm – 4.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: WA State Library, Theatre room
Organisation: Department for Communities and the Aged Care Association WA
Telephone: 6217 8400
Event Title: Shire of Mundaring – Stories of life morning tea
Expanding on the regular Tuesday Coffee Morning, this week’s morning tea is free and will be joined by an Aboriginal Elder who will be sharing life stories. Bookings are essential. Registrations close Wed 21 Oct.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 10.00am – 11.30am Cost: Free
Venue: The Hub of the Hills, 8 Craig Street, Mundaring
Contact Name: Lyndsey Stoney
Organisation: Shire of Mundaring
Postal Address: 7000 Great Eastern Highway
Suburb/Town: Mundaring WA
Postcode: 6073
Telephone: 9290 6682
Email: cda2@mundaring.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Clay Pigeon Shooting
Ready...aim…fire! This exciting, fun filled activity is worth a shot! Register your interest as limited places are available.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Anniversary Park, main oval
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Introduction to the Internet
This session covers the basics of Internet searching, so you can confidently surf the internet and explore your many interests online. Limited places are available, please register your interest.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Safety Bay Library
Contact: Maria Masaryk
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9527 3338
Event Title: Public Transport Information Session
This session specifically addresses handy bus and train information for the Rockingham area, including session times and routes, safety advice, and information for free travel entitlements. Attendees will also receive giveaways on the day.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 10.30am – 11.30am Cost: Free
Venue: Rockingham Regional Campus Community Library
Contact: Andrew Trigg
Organisation: Transperth and the City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9360 7063
Event Title: ChiBall™
The ChiBall Method ™ is a balanced mind/body health and fitness concept based on traditional Chinese medicine. It incorporates Tai Chi and Qi Gong, ChiBall Dance, Yoga, Pilates, the Feldenkrais Method and Deep Relaxation/Meditation. Come along and increase your wellbeing. Limited places are available.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 11.30am – 12.30pm followed by a 15 minute tour around the Centre Cost: Free
Venue: Aqua Jetty
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Boot Scooting Bash
Learn to boot scoot and have a whole lot of fun practising! Registration required as limited places are available.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 12.00pm – 3.15pm Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Lawn Bowls Games Day
Roll along to the Rockingham Bowling Club for a friendly game of Lawn Bowls.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 12.00pm – 3.15pm Cost: Free
Venue: Rockingham Bowling Club
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: Rockingham Bowling Club and the City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Broadband for Seniors
To promote free tuition to seniors to understand the use and use the computer. Tuition is one-on-one and hosted by the University of The Third Age Manjimup Inc.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 9.00am – 11.30am Cost: Free
Venue: Manjimup Library
Contact Name: Liz Lockyear
Organisation: Shire of Manjimup House – Home and Community Care
Postal Address: PO Box 1
Suburb/Town: Manjimup WA
Postcode: 6258
Telephone: (08) 9777 1455
Email: liz.lockyear@manjimup.wa.gov.au
Event Title: 2009 Merredin Seniors Luncheon
Free Luncheon event for Merredin’s senior community. Live entertainment included. Registrations essential for catering purposes.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Merredin Regional Community and Leisure Centre
Contact Name: Jane Bandurski/ Donna Crook
Organisation: Shire of Merredin
Postal Address: PO Box 42
Suburb/Town: Merredin WA
Postcode: 6415
Telephone: (08) 9041 3295/ (08) 9041 1611
Email: manager@cumminstheatre.com.au
Event Title: Belmont Senior Citizens Afternoon Tea and Entertainment
Date: 27 Oct Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Forster Park Hall, Cnr Keane & Abernethy Road, Cloverdale
Contact Name: Mary Ridley (Secretary/ Treasurer)
Organisation: Belmont Senior Citizens
Postal Address: PO Box 1091
Suburb/Town: Cloverdale WA
Postcode: 6985
Telephone: 9478 1808
Email: None
Event Title: Senior citizens association event
This event will provide great entertainment for seniors with a healthy afternoon tea.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Bassendean Seniors and Community Centre, 50 Old Perth Road, Bassendean, WA 6054.
Contact Name: Recreation and Cultural Services
Organisation: Town of Bassendean
Postal Address: PO Box 87
Suburb/Town: Bassendean
Postcode: 6934
Telephone: 9377 8000
Email: mail@bassendean.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Spirit of the Streets – Singing Concert
Date: 27 Oct Time: 11.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Citiplace Community Centre
Contact Name: Maggie Gutierrez
Organisation: Citiplace Community Centre
Postal Address: Shop 2, Upper Level Walkway
Suburb/Town: Perth
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9325 3264
Email: maggie.gutierrez@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Morning Tea at Citiplace
A morning tea for networking. Over 55s or anyone of any age with a disability.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm Cost: $2pp – Devonshire Tea
Venue: Citiplace Community Centre
Contact Name: Maggie Gutierrez
Organisation: Citiplace Community Centre
Postal Address: Shop 2, Upper Level Walkway
Suburb/Town: Perth
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9325 3264
Email: maggie.gutierrez@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Morning Tea for Seniors of Serpentine Jarrahdale Shire
Enjoy a free morning tea while receiving tips on how best to plan for one’s safety and wellbeing before and during a holiday or travel.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 10.15am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Serpentine Jarrahdale Recreation Centre, Mead St, Byford 6122
Contact Name: Julie Sannon
Organisation: Serpentine Jarrahdale Shire
Postal Address: 6 Paterson St
Suburb/Town: Mundajong
Postcode: 6123
Telephone: 9526 1111
Email: info@sjshire.wa.gov.au
Event Title: A Grand Storytime
Are you a grandparent who cares for toddlers or pre-schoolers during the day? Then bring them to this session which will include stories. Rhymes, songs, and fun for all to share. The storytellers will be staff from Better Beginnings, the State Library’s multi-award winning universal family literacy program. For more information, please visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 10.30am – 11.30am Cost: Free
Venue: The Place (Mezzanine Floor), State Library of Western Australia
Organisation: State Library of Western Australia
Postal Address: 25 Francis Street, Alexander Library Building, Perth Cultural Centre
Suburb/Town: Perth WA
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9427 3111
Email: info@slwa.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Maps, music, microfilm and more: State library tour
Discover the State Library’s unique collection and find that there are more than just books at your State Library on the free 50 minute tour. For more information, please visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 12.30pm – 1.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: State Library of Western Australia
Organisation: State Library of Western Australia
Postal Address: 25 Francis Street, Alexander Library Building, Perth Cultural Centre
Suburb/Town: Perth WA
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9427 3111
Email: info@slwa.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Quiz Afternoon
Seniors can enjoy themselves in a quiz afternoon hosted by the 2009 Seniors Week Committee. Afternoon tea is provided and there are great prizes to be won. Tickets are essential. Seniors can purchase their tickets from the centre until 5pm, 26 Oct.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 1.00pm Cost: $2pp
Venue: QEII Seniors & Community Centre
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Walk and Breakfast
Join the Seniors Walking Group for a walk followed by a delicious breakfast. Tickets are essential. Seniors can purchase their tickets from the centre until 5pm, 26 Oct.
Date: 27 Oct Time: 7.30am Cost: $4pp
Venue: QEII Seniors & Community Centre
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
WEDNESDAY 28 OCTOBER 2009
Event Title: ‘You Can Do It’ inclusion day
Craft/ activities afternoon with afternoon tea. Activities include: Flatwork pottery, mosaics, stamping and card making and computer basics.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Mundaring Sharing Inc. 3 Craigie Place, Mundaring WA 6073.
Contact Name: Leanne Raccanello or Hilda Christian
Organisation: Mundaring Sharing Inc. (Adult Learning Centre)
Postal Address: PO Box 301
Suburb/Town: Mundaring WA 6073
Telephone: 9295 1688
Email: mundaringsharing@iinet.net.au
Event Title: Busselton Senior Citizens Centre Open Day
The open day will begin at 9am with a variety of demonstrations and activities and an opportunity to talk to representatives of groups. Free pick up and drop off for those who need transport. TO register your name for transport, phone: 9752 2232. Sausage sizzle and Devonshire teas available.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Busselton Senior Citizens Centre
Contact Name: Penny Pitman
Organisation: Busselton Senior Citizens Centre
Postal Address: PO Box 1109
Suburb/Town: Busselton WA 6280
Telephone: 9752 2232
Email: bscc2@westnet.com.au
Event Title: Seniors Week Morning Tea
A free morning tea for senior resident of the Town of Mosman Park and Cottesloe and Shire of Peppermint Grove. Door prize and entertainment from The Dutch Singers.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Mosman Park Bowling Club, Bay View Terrace, Mosman Park
Contact Name: Laura Garside
Organisation: Town of Mosman Park
Postal Address: PO Box 3
Suburb/Town: Mosman Park WA 6912
Telephone: 9384 1633
Email: scdo@mosmanpark.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Enjoy Spring for Seniors Week
A bus trip to a native garden nursery followed by a relaxing picnic lunch at Mundaring.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 9.30am – 3.00pm Cost: Free – Bring your own lunch
Venue: Depart from the Town of Vincent
Contact Name: Toni Farrell
Organisation: Town of Vincent
Postal Address: PO Box 82
Suburb/Town: Leederville
Postcode: 6902
Telephone: 9273 6592
Email: toni.farrell@vincent.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Tracing your family history seminar
An interesting seminar designed to advice on the best ways to find your genealogical roots.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 10.00am – 11.45am Cost: Free
Venue: WA State Library, Theatre room
Organisation: Department for Communities
Telephone: 6217 8400
Event Title: Seniors’ movie screening and presentation by WA Seniors Card Centre
Come along and enjoy a seniors’ screening preceded by a talk from one of the WA Seniors Card Centre’s volunteers about the benefits of the card and the state government concessions that you are entitled to as a senior.
Movie: TBC
Date: 28 October Time: 9.00am – 9.30am talk, followed by a film Cost: $6
Venue: Hoyts Southlands, Burrendah Boulevard, Willetton
Contact: Hoyts Southlands
Telephone: 9332 0300
Event Title: SRC Have a Go Day 2009
Free seniors activities and information day in Burswood Park, over 160 sites, free tea, coffee and water. Activities include archery, canoeing, tai chi, dancing and many more.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 8.30am – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Burswood Park, Great Eastern Highway
Contact Name: Dawn Yates
Organisation: Seniors Recreation Council of WA Inc
Postal Address: PO Box 329
Suburb/Town: Leederville
Postcode: 6903
Telephone: 9492 9773
Email: info@srcwa.asn.au
Event Title: Seniors’ Recreation Council Have a Go Day
Jump on board the bus and come along to the Have a Go Day at Burswood. Try new activities, meet service providers and have a great day out…all for free! Registrations are essential as limited places are available.
Date: 28 Oct Time: Bus departs at 9.30am and returns at 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Meet at the City of Rockingham Administration Building
Contact: Community Capacity Building (see phone number below)
Organisation: Seniors’ Recreation Council and the City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: 2009 Brodie Hall Address - MIND MATTERS: the science behind the early detection and monitoring of Alzheimer’s disease
A seminar presented by Professor Richard Head, Director, CSIRO Preventative Health Flagship. Light refreshments will be provided after the seminar. Bookings are essential.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 6.00pm for a 6.30pm start Cost: Free
Venue: University Club, University of Western Australia
Organisation: CSIRO
Telephone: 1300 363 400
Email: enquiries@csiro.au
Event Title: Gardening Workshop and Morning Tea
Pick up some gardening tips over a light morning tea.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 9.00am – 12pm Cost: Free
Venue: Rural Traders Mitre 10, Brookton
Contact Name: Cliff
Organisation: Mitre 10
Postal Address: 9/11 Robinson Rd
Suburb/Town: Brookton WA
Postcode: 6306
Telephone: 6462 1006
Email: clifffishlock@retravision.com.au
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Event Title: Tai-Chi
A local Tai-Chi instructor will be coming to give seniors a demonstration, and to get everyone to join in. The Tai-chi session is gentle and relaxing.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 10.30am – 1.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Katanning Leisure Centre
Contact Name: Linda King
Organisation: Shire of Katanning
Postal Address: Pemble Street
Suburb/Town: Katanning WA
Postcode: 6317
Telephone: 9821 4399
Email: klcseniors@katanning.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Seniors Week Morning Tea
An opportunity to thank seniors for their contribution to the Kellerberrin community and celebrate with entertainment by the school & town choirs.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 10.00am Cost: Free
Venue: Cuolahan Pavilion Kellerberrin
Contact Name: Cheryl Dimmack
Organisation: Shire of Kellerberrin
Postal Address: PO Box 145
Suburb/Town: Kellerberrin WA
Postcode: 6410
Telephone: 9045 4006
Email: cdo@kellerberrin.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Seniors Expo
A fun filled expo bustling with giveaways and free demonstrations and activities by various local businesses, community and government agencies in the Rockingham area. Make a day of it - have a cuppa, enjoy the live entertainment, and also try your luck in a few competitions. A Rockingham Connect shuttle bus will be available to transport seniors to and from the venue and Rockingham Shopping Centre and Challenger Court.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Gary Holland Community Centre
Contact Name: Maggie Gardiner
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9592 4166
Event Title: Spectacles Yargan Tours
An eco-cultural tourism venture located at the Spectacles Wetlands area in Kwinana where Seniors are invited to celebrate Indigenous dance, song and bush tucker along guided walks. Limited places are available so please register your interest.
Date: 28 Oct Time: Bus departs at 9.00am and returns at 12.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Meet at the City of Rockingham Administration Building
Contact: Community Capacity Building (see phone number below)
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Free Hearing Checks
Free hearing checks provided by ‘Australian Hearing’ to persons that are on the Pension, DVA Card Holders and Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islanders over the age of 55.Limited places are available, please register your interest.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Safety Bay Library
Contact: Maria Masaryk
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9527 3338
Event Title: Belly Dancing Class
Come and shake those bellies – it’s all in the name of fun! Limited places are available, please register your interest.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Seniors Week at Brookton Telecentre: First Aid for grandparents
Two hour first aid class for grandparents, facilitated by an accredited First Aid trainer
Date: 28 Oct Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Cost: $10
Venue: Brookton CWA
Contact Name: Leonie Kempin
Organisation: Brookton Community Telecentre Inc
Postal Address: 89 Robinson Road
Suburb/Town: Brookton WA
Postcode: 6306
Telephone: (08) 9642 1377
Email: telecentre@westnet.com.au
Event Title: Snap-Happy Seniors
Glamour photo-shoot sessions for seniors – “Age is no bar to beauty!”
Date: 28, 29 Oct Time: 8.30am – 8.00pm (All day) Cost: Free
Venue: Senior Citizens’ Centre, Esperance
Contact Name: Jayne Arnold/ Anne Hilton
Organisation: Esperance Public Library
Postal Address: PO Box 507
Suburb/Town: Esperance WA
Postcode: 6450
Telephone: (08) 9083 1500
Email: library@esperance.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Busselton Community Garden
Seniors can be picked up by bus from either the Mitchell Park (town centre) at 9am or from the Senior Citizens Centre at 9.20am to arrive at the Busselton Community Garden for a short talk about organic gardening benefits. After morning tea, learn about worm farming, take a chance in a raffle and take home a complimentary potted plant before a bus ride back.
Date: 28 October Time: 9am – 11.45am (including travel) Cost: Free
Venue: Busselton Community Garden
Contact Name: Rachel Kemp
Organisation: Busselton Community Garden
Postal Address: PO BOX 1324
Suburb/Town: Busselton WA
Postcode: 6280
Telephone: 9754 8534
Email: rachelkemp@aapt.net.au
Event Title: Free Admission to the Army Museum of WA for seniors
Date: 25, 28, 29, 30, 31 October Time: Wednesday – Sundays 11.00am – 4.00pm Cost: Free for seniors
Venue: The Army museum of Western Australia
Contact Name: Joe McKenna
Organisation: The Army Museum of Western Australia Foundation
Postal Address: Artillary Barracks, Burt Street
Suburb/Town: Fremantle WA
Postcode: 6160
Telephone: 9430 2535 Mobile: 0401 234 990
Email: karamac@iprimus.com.au
Event Title: Multicultural event
The multicultural event will include entertainment from a range of cultural backgrounds. A healthy lunch will also be provided.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Maltese Association of WA Community Centre, 1 May Holman Drive, Bassendean WA 6054.
Contact Name: Recreation and Cultural Services
Organisation: Town of Bassendean
Postal Address: PO Box 87
Suburb/Town: Bassendean
Postcode: 6934
Telephone: 9377 8000
Email: mail@bassendean.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Seniors Free Concert
Singer -Maureen Davies and Comedian Dick Morris will be putting on a show, come along and have a laugh.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 12.00pm- 1.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Citiplace Community Centre
Contact Name: Maggie Gutierrez
Organisation: Citiplace Community Centre
Postal Address: Shop 2, Upper Level Walkway
Suburb/Town: Perth
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9325 3264
Email: maggie.gutierrez@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Morning Tea at Citiplace
A morning tea for networking. Over 55’s or anyone of any age with a disability.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm Cost: $2pp – Devonshire Tea
Venue: Citiplace Community Centre
Contact Name: Maggie Gutierrez
Organisation: Citiplace Community Centre
Postal Address: Shop 2, Upper Level Walkway
Suburb/Town: Perth
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9325 3264
Email: maggie.gutierrez@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Anna Jacobs Book Talk
Meet Anna Jacobs for an insight into her life as an author.
Date: 28 October Time: 11.00am Cost: Free
Venue: Alcoa Murray Public Library
Contact Name: Sally Middleton
Organisation: Alcoa Murray Public Library
Postal Address: PO Box 21
Suburb/Town: Pinjarra
Postcode: 6208
Telephone: 9531 7712
Email: librarys@murray.wa.gov.au
Event Title: WA Memories on Film
A selection of short films from the State Film Archives. For more information, please visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au
Date: 28 Oct Time: 12.30pm – 1.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: State library Theatre, State Library of Western Australia
Organisation: State Library of Western Australia
Postal Address: 25 Francis Street, Alexander Library Building, Perth Cultural Centre
Suburb/Town: Perth WA
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9427 3111
Email: info@slwa.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Harbour Cruise with The Rat Patrol
Harbour Cruise departing from the Batavia Coast Marina. Each cruise caters for 40 seniors only. Seniors can enjoy the views of Geraldton from the water. Cruises take an hour each. Tickets are essential. Please make your bookings from the QEII Seniors & Community Centre before 5pm, 27 Oct.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 9.00am & 10.30am (Boat Departure) Cost: $8pp
Venue: Batavia Coast Marina
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Outdoor Bowls
Seniors are welcomed to come and try their hand at outdoor bowls. Learners are welcome as well. Tickets are essential. Please make your bookings from the QEII Seniors & Community Centre before 5pm, 27 Oct.
Date: 28 Oct Time: 1.00pm Cost: $2pp – Afternoon Tea Provided
Venue: Wonthella Bowling Club
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Sausage Sizzle & Entertainment
Date: 28 Oct Time: 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Parkland Villas, Woodlands
Contact Name: Meredith Baldock
Organisation: Lend Lease Primelife
Postal Address: 52-54 Liege Street
Suburb/Town: Woodlands WA
Postcode: 6018
Telephone: 9445 9188
Email: meredith.baldock@llprimelife.com
THURSDAY 29 OCTOBER 2009
Event Title: Seniors Southern Cross Gathering
A gathering for the local senior community as well as for seniors from Bruce Rock and Coolgardie. Enjoy lunch followed by carpet bowls, and a chair aerobic demonstration. Please book for catering purposes.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 11.00am Cost: $5.00
Venue: Southern Cross Seniors Centre.
Contact Name: Ronice Blair
Organisation: Southern cross Community Resource Centre
Postal Address: PO Box 178
Suburb/Town: Southern Cross WA
Postcode: 6426
Telephone: 9049 1688
Email: sxtele@wn.com.au
Event Title: Safety for Seniors seminar
Gather some tips on fire and crime safety while enjoying a morning tea.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 9.30am – 11.45am Cost: Free
Venue: WA State Library, Theatre room
Organisation: Department for Communities
Telephone: 96217 8400
Event Title: Mystery Bus Tour
An exciting opportunity for showcasing volunteering by seniors and recognising their contribution in the community. Morning tea provided.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Departing from PCYC. 77 Sandford Road, Albany.
Contact Name: Ilona Diessner
Organisation: Albany and Regional Volunteer Service
Postal Address: PO Box 5762
Suburb/Town: Albany WA
Postcode: 6332
Telephone: 08 9841 3588
Email: volinfo@bigpond.com
Event Title: Seminar: Bridging the Gap – Celebrating the Generations
Performances by Jay Weston and Claremont Primary School students, followed by a senior safety presentation and a morning tea.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm Cost: $8
Venue: Claremont Bowling Club – Bayview Terrace, Claremont
Contact Name: Laura Hurst
Organisation: Town of Claremont/Claremont Recreation Club
Postal Address: PO Box 54
Suburb/Town: Claremont
Postcode: 6910
Telephone: 9285 4300
Email: lhurst@claremont.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Gone Surfin Surf School
Learn how to surf. Let your hair down, get wet and have some fun! Limited places are available, so please register your interest.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 10.00am – 11.00am Cost: Free
Venue: Secret Harbour Surf Life Saving Club
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: Secret Harbour Surf Life Saving Club and the City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Travel Agent Information Session
Rockingham Flight Centre will provide information on tours and travel packages designed specifically for Senior travellers. Attendees will also receive travel vouchers and giveaways.
Date: 29 Oct Time: TBC (morning) Cost: Free
Venue: Rockingham Regional Campus Community Library
Contact: Andrew Trigg
Organisation: Rockingham Flight Centre and the City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9360 7063
Event Title: Prime Movers Fitness Program
This low impact aerobics program is structured to suit both males and females over the age of 50. Light weights are used in the muscle segment of the program, which is beneficial in slowing down osteoperosis.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 10.00am – 11.00am Cost: Free
Venue: Mike Barnett Sports Complex
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Aqua Aerobics Session and Morning Tea
Designed for mature adults and anyone wanting to take it a little easier than the standard Aqua Fit class, this low impact exercise session will help to tone all your muscle groups. In such a sociable and relaxed environment, why not stay after the class for morning tea? Limited places are available, please register your interest.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 10.30am – 11.30am followed by a tour around the centre and morning tea Cost: Free
Venue: Aqua Jetty
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Les Mills BODYVIVE ™
A low impact 55 minute class integrating aerobic exercise for heart fitness, resistance training for strength and stability, and stretching and mobility work. BodyVIVE is especially suited to de-conditioned participants including those returning to exercise following an extended break, injury or rehabilitation. Get in shape at your own pace using the VIVE balls, VIVE tubes and optional hand weights. Limited places are available, please register your interest.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 1.00pm – 2.00pm followed by a tour around the centre
Cost: Free
Venue: Aqua Jetty
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: New Vogue Dancing
Come and dance up a storm! Learn a variety of ballroom dances such as Tango, Foxtrot, and the Waltz and Latin American dances such as the Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha and Salsa. Due to limited places available, please register your interest.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 2.00pm – 4.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Gardening Workshop – Morning Tea for Seniors
Both small and large gardens can be beautiful. Learn how to make the most of garden space while keeping to a budget. Morning tea will also be provided.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Busselton Mitre 10 Home & Trade
Contact Name: Sally (Garden Centre Manager)
Organisation: Mitre 10
Postal Address: 81–93 West St
Suburb/Town: Busselton
Postcode: 6280
Telephone: 9752 4022
Email: mail@bsnm10.com
Event Title: Baby Boomtime Variety Concert
Date: 29 Oct Time: 1.00pm Cost: $20pp
Venue: Northam Town hall, Cnr Wellington & Gordon Street
Contact Name: Karen Ducat
Organisation: Northam Over 60s Group Inc
Postal Address: RMB 448 Hitchcock Road
Suburb/Town: Northam WA
Postcode: 6401
Telephone: 9622 3886
Email: monabri@bbnet.com.au
Event Title: Seminar: Grandparenting after separation and divorce of their children
This seminar provides strategies to help grandparents manage difficult emotions with their grandchildren with regards to separation and divorce. Bookings are essential.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 9.30am – 12.00pm Cost: $25 per person or $40 per couple
Venue: 15 Cambridge St, West Leederville
Contact Name: Bobbie
Organisation: Relationships Australia
Postal Address: PO Box 1206
Suburb/Town: West Leederville
Postcode: 6901
Telephone: 9489 6322
Event Title: Morning Tea at Citiplace
A morning tea for networking. Over 55’s or anyone of any age with a disability.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm Cost: $2pp – Devonshire Tea
Venue: Citiplace Community Centre
Contact Name: Maggie Gutierrez
Organisation: Citiplace Community Centre
Postal Address: Shop 2, Upper Level Walkway
Suburb/Town: Perth
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9325 3264
Email: maggie.gutierrez@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Seniors for Seniors Concert
Join senior performers for an interactive, light hearted morning of music and comedy, celebrating songs and hits of the 40s, 50s and 60s. Morning tea is also included. Coach pick-up and drop off bays are available outside the front entrance of the Perth Town Hall, and a bus stop is also located nearby for public transport. Lifts avoid the necessity of climbing stairs and all facilities are on the one level.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm Cost: $15
Venue: Perth Town Hall
Contact Name: Lucy D’Olimpio
Organisation: Harmony Music
Postal address: 3/631 Wanneroo Rd, Wanneroo
Suburb/Town: Wanneroo
Postcode: 6065
Telephone: 9405 7478 or 0407 384 482
Email: ldolimpi@bigpond.net.au
Event Title: The State Library at Work: A behind the scenes tour
Join the State Library of Western Australia for a walk through the backrooms and stacks of the library and discover what goes on behind our closed doors. Bookings are essential. Seniors can make their bookings through 9427 3111 (Places limited). For more information, please visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 1.30pm – 2.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: State Library of Western Australia
Organisation: State Library of Western Australia
Postal Address: 25 Francis Street, Alexander Library Building, Perth Cultural Centre
Suburb/Town: Perth WA
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9427 3111
Email: info@slwa.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Morning Tea with Ian Blayney, MLA member for Geraldton
A morning tea with Ian Blayney, MLA member for Geraldton. Tickets are essential. Seniors can pick up their tickets from the QEII Seniors & Community Centre before 5pm, 26 Oct.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 10.00am Cost: Free
Venue: QEII Seniors & Community Centre
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Piccadilly Dance Club Soup & Sandwiches Lunch and Afternoon Dance
Soup and sandwiches kindly made and hosted by the Piccadilly Dance Club. After lunch the dance club members will be dancing and seniors are welcome to join in. Seniors are also welcomed to come just for the soup and sandwiches. Tickets are essential. Seniors can pick up their tickets from the QEII Seniors & Community centre before 5pm, 27 Oct.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Piccadilly Dance Club
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Bitter Sweet and Twisted
A performance by cabaret entertainer John Michael Swinbank with long-time piano accompanist Tim Cunliffe. Features songs from the maters of cabaret including Noel Coward, Cole Porter, Rogers and Hart, Vernon Duke and Stephen Sondheim.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm Cost: TBC
Venue: The Ellington Jazz Club, Northbridge
Contact Name: JMS Public Relations
Telephone: 0414 743 418
Email: pr@johnmichael.com.au
Event Title: McCays Mitre 10 – Seniors Garden Day
An event that talks about Australian native plants, herbs and vegetables, providing tips and ideas on how to start your own garden. Free tea and coffee are provided. Seniors can also purchase quality products with a discount rate on that day.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: McCays Mitre10 – Garden Centre
Contact Name: Trevor Kelly
Organisation: McCays Mitre 10 - Manjimup
Postal Address: Giblett Street
Suburb/Town: Manjimup WA
Postcode: 6258
Telephone: 9771 1020
Email: gardening@mccays.com.au
Event Title: Seniors Card members’ morning tea at the Bell Tower
Invitation only. Seniors Card members were invited to go into the draw to attend the morning tea through an article in Have a Go News. Up to 100 lucky seniors were chosen at random to attend. The event is sponsored by Good Mood Food and the Bell Tower. A door prize will be drawn on the day.
Date: 29 Oct Time: 10.30am – 11.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Bell Tower
Address: Barrack Square, Riverside Drive
Suburb/Town: Perth WA
Telephone: 6210 0444
Website: www.swanbells.com.au
FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER 2009
Event Title: Writing together workshop
Celebrate life through writing. Authors Geoff Bebb and Michell Denise will be sharing their hints and tips on co-authoring a novel. Being involved in writing, either through a writing group or with friends is a great way to stay engaged in the community, activities such as writing can help ease stress levels and help people to express their emotions.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 10.00am – 11.00am Cost: Free – Morning tea included
Venue: Fremantle City Library, 8 William St, Fremantle
Contact Name: Camilla Cavoli
Organisation: Fremantle City Library
Postal Address: PO Box 807
Suburb/Town: Fremantle WA 6959
Telephone: 9432 9766
Email: camillac@fremantle.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Local Wisdom: For those who built the Westonia we have today
The movie “Blazing Saddles” will be shown at the Old Miner’s Hall Picture Theatre at a discounted price.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 2.00pm Cost: $5.00
Venue: Westonia Old Miner’s Hall Picture Theatre
Contact Name: Anne-Maree Jenson or Terri Blake
Organisation: Westonia Telecentre
Postal Address: 45 Wolfram St
Suburb/Town: Westonia WA
Postcode: 6423
Telephone: 9046 7077
Email: westoniatc@bbnet.com.au
Event Title: Travel and leisure seminar
Presentations for seniors on some of the best destinations in the world.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 9.30am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: WA State Library, Theatre room
Organisation: Department for Communities and Flight Centre
Telephone: 9758 8400
Event Title: “Startime” Variety Concert
A happy and talented seniors week, variety concert, consisting of both male and female artists and fabulous dancers.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 1.30pm – 3.30pm Cost: $5 (Includes door prizes)
Venue: Victoria Park Leisure Life Centre
Contact Name: Irena Preston
Organisation: “Startime”
Postal Address: 142/c Basinghall Strett
Suburb/Town: East Victoria Park WA
Postcode: 6101
Telephone: 08 9472 6257
Event Title: Information and activities day
An informative event addressing fall prevention, medicine use, nutrition and fitness alongside fun-filled activities.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Goomalling Sports Pavillion
Organisation: Shire of Goomalling
Telephone: 9629 1101
Email: avonbeactive@goomalling.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Bradshaw’s Mitre 10 Garden Centre Seniors Week Celebrations
Enjoy a guided stroll through the Garden Centre including door prizes and morning tea.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Garden Centre Mitre 10, 3 Acer Place, Margaret River
Contact Name: Elaine Clarke
Organisation: Bradshaw’s Mitre 10
Postal Address: 3 Acer Place
Suburb/Town: Margaret River WA
Postcode: 6285
Telephone: 9758 7000
Email: marlene@bradshawsm10.com.au
Event Title: Living Longer, Living Stronger Awards Night
An awards night to recognise the achievements of Living Longer, Living Stronger participants and contributors. Tickets include a three course meal, drinks package and entertainment.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 6.00pm – 12pm Cost: $95
Venue: Burswood on Swan
Contact Name: Nathan Trengoue
Organisation: Council on the Ageing WA
Postal Address: PO Box 866
Suburb/Town: West Perth WA
Postcode: 6872
Telephone: 9321 2133
Email: llls@cotawa.asn.au
Event Title: Introduction to Croquet
The Gosnells Croquet Club Inc invites all seniors to learn Croquet for a whole lot of fun.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 9.30am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Gosnells Croquet Club, 74 Wheatley St, Gosnells
Contact Name: Elizabeth Winstanley
Organisation: Gosnells Croquet Club Inc.
Postal Address: PO Box 359
Suburb/Town: Gosnells WA
Postcode: 6990
Telephone: 9399 4502
Event Title: Shire of Mundaring – Treasure hunt
You never know what community and cultural treasures you could find at the Mudaring townsite. Suitable for all abilities, very short distances only. Includes free morning tea and lunch. Bookings are essential and close on Wed 21 Oct.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Commencing at 10.00am from the hub of the Hills, 8 Craig Street, Mundaring
Contact Name: Lyndsey Stoney
Organisation: Shire of Mundaring
Postal Address: 7000 Great Eastern Highway
Suburb/Town: Mundaring WA
Postcode: 6073
Telephone: 9290 6682
Email: cda2@mundaring.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Shire of Collie Annual Seniors Luncheon
A special luncheon dedicated to all senior members within the Collie community.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Margaretta Wilson Centre
Contact Name: Wendy Mabey
Organisation: Shire of Collie
Postal Address: Locked Bag 6225
Suburb/Town: Collie
Postcode: 6225
Telephone: 9734 9000
Email: colshire@collie.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Navy Tour
Get on board for a historical tour around the Stirling Naval Base, Garden Island. Registration required as limited places are available.
Date: 30 Oct Time: Bus departs at 9.15am, returns at 2.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Meet at the City of Rockingham Administration Building
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Boot Scooting Bash
Learn how to boot scoot and have a whole lot of fun practising! Limited places are available, so please register your interest.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 12.00pm- 3.15pm Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: PrYme Sets and Reps Weight Training Class
Suitable for all fitness and ability levels, this weight training class allows you to adjust the bars to your own strengths. Are you ready to get pumped? Limited places are available so be sure to register.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 12.30pm- 1.30pm followed by a 15 minute tour around the centre Cost: Free
Venue: Aqua Jetty
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Health Information Session and Afternoon Tea
Learn some helpful and interesting facts about the importance of physical activity and healthy eating with tips from a well known pharmacist. Please register your interest as limited places are available.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 1.30pm- 2.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Aqua Jetty
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Friday Night Dance Group
A social night of dancing for groovy seniors. Registration is required as limited places are available.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 6.00pm -10.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Seniors Week at Brookton Telecentre: District Tour
Eight hour guided bus tour of points of interest in Brookton and surrounding and outlying areas. Participants encouraged to take photos and ask questions.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm Cost: $15
Venue: Brookton Telecentre
Contact Name: Leonie Kempin
Organisation: Brookton Community Telecentre Inc
Postal Address: 89 Robinson Road
Suburb/Town: Brookton WA
Postcode: 6306
Telephone: (08) 9642 1377
Email: telecentre@westnet.com.au
Event Title: 2009 Peel region seniors’ expo & gopher active games
A free community event aimed at over 50s. Exhibiting and demonstrating of wealth of information on health, lifestyle and wellbeing.
Date: 30, 31 Oct Time: 10.00am – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Ac-cent Mandurah & Surrounding Council Gardens
Contact Name: Karen Lyons
Organisation: Ac-cent Mandurah
Postal Address: 41 Ormsby Terrace
Suburb/Town: Mandurah WA
Postcode: 6210
Telephone: (08) 9550 3799
Email: karen.lyons@mandurah.com.au
Event Title: Sundowner Concert
Free seniors outdoor sundowner concert featuring Perth Swing Band, “The Darling Buds of May”.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 3.30pm – 5.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Ac-cent Mandurah & Surrounding Council Gardens
Contact Name: Karen Lyons
Organisation: Ac-cent Mandurah
Postal Address: 41 Ormsby Terrace
Suburb/Town: Mandurah WA
Postcode: 6210
Telephone: (08) 9550 3799
Email: karen.lyons@mandurah.com.au
Event Title: Beading with Pamela
Date: 30 Oct Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm, 1.00pm – 3.00pm Cost: Free (Bookings are essential)
Venue: Alcoa Murray Public Library
Contact Name: Sally Middleton
Organisation: Alcoa Murray Public Library
Postal Address: PO Box 21
Suburb/Town: Pinjarra WA
Postcode: 6208
Telephone: (08) 9531 7122
Email: librarys@murray.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Melody Club Concert and Closing Ceremony
This event will include entertainment from the Melody Club and the ‘All board’ performance as well as a healthy lunch.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 10.00am – 2.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Bassendean Community Hall, 48 Old Perth Road, Bassendean WA 6054.
Contact Name: Recreation and Cultural Services
Organisation: Town of Bassendean
Postal Address: PO Box 87
Suburb/Town: Bassendean
Postcode: 6934
Telephone: 9377 8000
Email: mail@bassendean.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Quilting and Craft Exhibition
Date: 30 Oct Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Citiplace Community Centre
Contact Name: Maggie Gutierrez
Organisation: Citiplace Community Centre
Postal Address: Shop 2, Upper Level Walkway
Suburb/Town: Perth
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9325 3264
Email: maggie.gutierrez@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Morning Tea at Citiplace
A morning tea for networking. Over 55’s or anyone of any age with a disability.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm Cost: $2pp – Devonshire Tea
Venue: Citiplace Community Centre
Contact Name: Maggie Gutierrez
Organisation: Citiplace Community Centre
Postal Address: Shop 2, Upper Level Walkway
Suburb/Town: Perth
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9325 3264
Email: maggie.gutierrez@cityofperth.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Barbecue Lunch
A barbeque lunch sponsored by the Commonwealth Carelink Centre and cooked by the centre’s own team of seniors. Sweets will be served out on the patio where seniors will have the opportunity to view the beautiful mosaic pieces that have been produced by the QEII mosaic class. Tickets are essential. Seniors can purchase the tickets from the QEII Seniors & Community centre before 5pm, 28 Oct.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 12.00pm Cost: $2pp
Venue: QEII Seniors & Community Centre
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Gentle Gym and Morning Tea
A morning tea and gym session hosted by the Department of Sport and Recreation. Edna’s Gym for the over 50’s will be hosting the gym session and provide seniors with ways to keep fit. Seniors should bring along a towel for the floor exercise. Floor mats are provided or seniors can choose to bring their own. After the gym session, Seniors can enjoy a healthy morning tea supplied by the Department of Sport and Recreation. Tickets are essential. Seniors can pick up the tickets from the QEII Seniors & Community centre before 5pm, 26 Oct.
Date: 30 Oct Time: 9.00am Cost: Free
Venue: QEII Seniors & Community Centre
Contact Name: Rosetta Finlay
Organisation: City of Geraldton
Postal Address: 88 Durlacher Street
Suburb/Town: Geraldton WA
Postcode: 6530
Telephone: 9921 2684
Email: qecentre@cgg.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Peel Region Seniors Expo
Date: 30 Oct & 31 Oct Time: 10.00am – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Ac-cent Mandurah & Surrounding Council Gardens
Contact Name: Karen Lyons
Organisation: Ac-cent Mandurah (formerly known as The Mandurah Citizens Centre)
Postal Address: 41 Ormsby Terrace
Suburb/Town: Mandurah WA
Postcode: 6210
Telephone: 9550 3798
Email: karen.lyons@mandurah.wa.gov.au
SATURDAY 31 OCTOBER 2009
Event Title: A Spring in your step. Celebrating Seniors
Information and display for seniors. Celebrate a seniors board acknowledging seniors active and participating in various groups and activities in our community.
Date: 31 Oct Time: 9.00am – 1.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Pingelly Spring Mancets at Memorial park, Pingelly
Contact Name: Natalie Ord
Organisation: Pingelly Telecentre
Postal Address: PO Box 71
Suburb/Town: Pingelly WA
Postcode: 6308
Telephone: 9887 1409
Email: pingtele1@westnet.com.au
Event Title: Ocean Pilates
Pilates concentrates on developing core muscular strength to streamline your shape, increase flexibility and develop stamina and endurance. Pilates is also proven to assist individuals with back and hip problems to achieve optimum health, relaxation and total wellbeing. Make sure you bring a beach towel. Limited places are available, please register your interest.
Date: 31 Oct Time: 9.00am – 10.00am Cost: Free
Venue: Rockingham Beach, Victoria St car park
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Twilight Jazz Concert
Head down to City Park in Rockingham and enjoy the sounds of Libby Hammer and Hip Mo’Toast as they get your feet moving to popular jazz and swing tunes. You could also pack a picnic and relax with family and friends.
Date: 31 Oct Time: 5.00pm – 7.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: City Park, Chalgrove Ave
Contact Name: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: New Vogue Dancing
Come and dance up a storm! Learn a variety of ballroom dances such as Tango, Foxtrot, and the Waltz and Latin American dances such as the Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha and Salsa. Due to limited places available, please register your interest.
Date: 31 Oct Time: 6.30pm – 10.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Official Opening and Planting of Permaculture Garden
A day of planning, planting and participating for the whole community with the plan of involving our seniors (including indigenous seniors who will establish a bush plant section).
Date: 31 Oct Time: 10.30am Cost: Free
Venue: Wyalkatchem Community Centre
Contact Name: Michelle Boelen (0458 105 654)
Organisation: Shire of Wyalkatchem
Postal Address: PO Box 224
Suburb/Town: Wyalkatchem WA
Postcode: 6485
Telephone: 9681 1166
Email: general@wyalkatchem.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Gardening / DIY Workshop – Morning Tea for Seniors
Enjoy a gardening workshop over a delightful morning tea.
Date: 31 Oct Time: 9.00am – 12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Mitre 10, 274 James St, Northbridge
Contact Name: Paul Farinosi
Organisation: Farinosi & Sons Pty Ltd, Mitre 10
Postal Address: PO BOX 142
Suburb/Town: Northbridge
Postcode: 6865
Telephone: 9328 7311
Email: paul@farinosi.com.au
Event Title: Gardening for Seniors
Come and learn about permaculture gardens
Date: 31 Oct Time: 10.30am Cost: Gold coin donation
Venue: Wyalkatchem Community Centre (permaculture garden)
Organisation: Shire of Wyalkatchem
Postal Address: PO Box 224
Suburb/Town: Wyalkatchem WA
Postcode: 6485
Telephone: 9681 1166
Email: general@wyalkatchem.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Remember When…
Sit back and relax as Justin and Katherine Friend entertain you with favourite songs that captured your hearts and spirit from the war years through to the haunting music and passion of Phantom of the Opera. Learn how to find these songs yourself in the State Library’s wonderful music collection. For more information, please visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au.
Date: 31 Oct Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: State Library Theatre, State Library of Western Australia
Organisation: State Library of Western Australia
Postal Address: 25 Francis Street, Alexander Library Building, Perth Cultural Centre
Suburb/Town: Perth WA
Postcode: 6000
Telephone: 9427 3111
Email: info@slwa.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Gopher Active Games
Date: 31 Oct Time: 10.00am – 3.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Ac-cent Mandurah & Surrounding Council Gardens
Contact Name: Karen Lyons
Organisation: Ac-cent Mandurah (formerly known as The Mandurah Citizens Centre)
Postal Address: 41 Ormsby Terrace
Suburb/Town: Mandurah WA
Postcode: 6210
Telephone: 9550 3798
Email: karen.lyons@mandurah.wa.gov.au
SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2009
Event Title: Council on the Ageing 50th Anniversary Concert
Entertainment featuring “En-Chant unlimited” and an afternoon tea to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of COTA WA.
Date: 1 Nov Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Perth Town Hall
Organisation: COTA WA
Postal Address: PO Box 866
Suburb/Town: West Perth
Postcode: 6872
Telephone: 9321 2133
Email: admin@cotawa.asn.au
Event Title: Concert: War and Peace in Song
A musical concert of songs popularised in the first and second world wars, followed by songs of peace.
Date: 1 Nov Time: 2.00pm Cost: $15 per head. Free for children.
Venue: Church of Christ Hall, Cnr Karrinyup Rd and Huntriss St
Contact Name: Connie Booth
Organisation: “Wembley Entertainers”
Postal Address: 8 East St
Suburb/Town: Mt Hawthorn
Postcode: 6016
Telephone: 9444 6959
Event Title: Canoeing
Come and learn some basic paddling skills. Limited places are available, so please register your interest.
Date: 1 Nov Time: 10.00am – 11.00am Cost: Free
Venue: Lions Park, McLarty Rd
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: “All Abilities” Dancing Class
A fun dance class where everyone is welcome. People with disabilities are encouraged to attend. Registration required as limited places are available.
Date: 1 Nov Time: 5.30pm – 9.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Autumn Centre
Contact: Community Capacity Building
Organisation: City of Rockingham
Telephone: 9528 0399
Event Title: Gardening Workshop: What’s best to be doing in your garden at the moment
Date: 1 Nov Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Lockridge Community Garden. Cnr Diana Cres & Arbon Way. Lockridge
Contact Name: Geoff Bice
Organisation: Lockridge Community Garden
Postal Address: 35 Woolgar Way
Suburb/Town: Lockridge WA
Postcode: 6054
Telephone: (08) 9377 1258
Email: geoff_bice@yahoo.com.au
Event Title: Village Open Day
An exhibition of seniors’ arts and craft, entertainment and refreshments
Date: 1 Nov Time: 10.30am – 2.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Village Lodge
Contact Name: Keith Brown (0431 464 614)
Organisation: Timberside Villas Retirement Village Woodvale
Postal Address: 96/10 Timbercrest Rise
Suburb/Town: Woodvale WA
Postcode: 6026
Telephone: 9409 6545
Email: kabrown@tadaust.org.au
Event Title: Council on the Ageing Concert
Date: 1 Nov Time: TBC Cost: TBC
Venue: Perth Town Hall
Organisation: COTA
Telephone: 9321 2133
Event Title: Flight Centre travel expo
Date: 1 Nov Time: from 10.00am Cost: TBC
Venue: Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre
Events outside of Seniors Week
Event Title: Breathe Easy Tea in the Park
You are invited to share a cup of tea with us in the beautiful surrounds of Kings Park.
Date: 19 Oct Time: 10.00am – 11.30am Cost: Free
Venue: Old Tea Pavillion, King’s Park
Contact Name: Fiona Comley
Organisation: Lung Institute of WA Inc.
Telephone: 0410 247 338 (Fiona)
Email: prandevents@yahoo.com.au
Event Title: Jazz in the City
A jazz concert on behalf of the Lung Institute of WA Inc.
Date: 21 Oct Time: 12.30pm – 1.30pm Cost: Free
Venue: Murray Street Mall
Contact Name: Fiona Comley
Organisation: Lung Institute of WA Inc.
Telephone: 0410 247 338 (Fiona)
Email: prandevents@yahoo.com.au
Event Title: Lung Institute of Western Australia Inc Open Day
Free spirometry and lung research display.
Date: 22 Oct Time: All day Cost: Free
Venue: Watling street, Sir Charles Gairdner hospital
Contact Name: Fiona Comley
Organisation: Lung Institute of WA Inc.
Postal Address: Ground Floor E Block Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Hospital Avenue
Suburb/Town: Nedlands WA
Postcode: 6006
Telephone: 0410 247 338 (Fiona)
Email: prandevents@yahoo.com.au
Event Title: “Ask the Educator” session by the Asthma Foundation
Date: 23 Oct Time: 10.00am -12.00pm Cost: Free
Venue: Challenger Lodge, 17 Read St, Rockingham
Suburb/Town: Rockingham WA
Contact Name: Fiona Comley
Organisation: The Asthma Foundation
Telephone: 9289 3643
Email: admin.community@asthma.wa.org.au
Event Title: Seniors Morning Tea with Hon. Christian Porter, Member for Bateman Liberal Party
Enjoy a morning tea with the Honorary Christian Porter, Member for Bateman Liberal Party. This tea session is strictly open to members only and opens only to residents of the following suburbs: Bullcreek, Bateman, Brentwood, Winthrop, Murdoch, Booragoon, Kardinya, Mount Pleasant, Myaree and Rossmoyne.
Date: 23 Oct Time: 10.00am – 11.30am Cost: Free
Venue: Member for Bateman’s Electorate office – Suite 12, 135 Riseley Street, Booragoon
Organisation: Member for Bateman – Hon. Christian Porter MLA
Postal Address: Locked Bag 2000
Suburb/Town: Booragoon WA
Postcode: 6954
Telephone: 9316 0666
Email: lauren.scully@mp.wa.gov.au
Event Title: Bow tie and Boa Feather Dinner
Enjoy life’s little luxuries at the Duxton Hotel with a lavish dinner.
Date: 23 Oct Time: 7.00pm Cost: $100
Venue: The Duxton Hotel
Contact Name: Fiona Comley
Organisation: Lung Institute of WA Inc.
Telephone: 0410 247 338 (Fiona)
Email: prandevents@yahoo.com.au
Event Title: City of Fremantle’s “Annual Tea Dance”
Annual event celebrating seniors week.
Date: 6 Nov Time: 1.00pm – 4.00pm Cost: $10
Venue: Fremantle Town hall, 8 William Street, Fremantle WA 6160
Contact Name: Fre-Info
Organisation: City of Fremantle
Postal Address: PO Box 807
Suburb/Town: Fremantle WA
Postcode: 6959
Telephone: 08 9432 9888
Email: freinfo@fremantle.wa.gov.au