Events and activities

Throughout the year, Nillumbik Shire Council hosts and supports a number of free or low cost events, training and information sessions aimed at supporting people over 55 to live and age well.

For more information and to keep up-to-date on news to assist you to age well subscribe to our newsletter or contact our Positive Ageing Officer on 9433 3345 or email positive.ageing@nillumbik.vic.gov.au.

Programs and activities

Community Directory

Find community groups and services in your local area

Volunteering

Look for volunteering opportunities available at Council and with groups that support the Nillumbik community

Magic Table (Tovertafel)

An interactive games system has been installed at Hurstbridge Hub, featuring moving images and objects projected onto a table that seats six to eight people.

Upcoming events

Basic Tech Help

22 Aug 2025 Do you have a question about accessing our Digital Library, formatting a document or how to send an email on your iPad? We are here to help.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Rd, Hurstbridge 3099

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Tagged as: , Senior Events

Strong People Stay Young Hurstbridge

22 Aug 2025 A strength training program designed to increase people’s muscle strength.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Rd, Hurstbridge 3099

32 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Rewire Musical Memories Choir Nillumbik

22 Aug 2025 The Rewire Musical Memories Choirs are inclusive, therapeutic choirs that aim to support people living with dementia and their family and friends who support them.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Rd, Hurstbridge 3099

14 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Music, Drama & Arts, Senior Events

Basic Tech Help

25 Aug 2025 Do you have a question about accessing our Digital Library, formatting a document or how to send an email on your iPad? We are here to help.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Rd, Hurstbridge 3099

17 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Memory Care Café - Hurstbridge

25 Aug 2025 The Memory Care Café provides a social meeting place for those living with dementia and their carers, to gather and enjoy a coffee/tea and conversation with each other.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Road, Hurstbridge 3099

17 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Nillumbik Cognitive Stimulation Therapy

26 Aug 2025 Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) is a group program that is proven to promote cognition, independence, wellbeing and social connections for people with mild to moderate dementia.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

3 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Boomerang Bags Nillumbik

26 Aug 2025 A weekly session for volunteer sewists to get together and make re-usable bags from recycled fabric.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Rd, Hurstbridge 3099

16 more dates

Tagged as: , Environment, Music, Drama & Arts, Senior Events

Together Through Loss

27 Aug 2025 The Together Through Loss program provides a supportive space for people over 65 who are experiencing grief due to loss of a loved one.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Memory Care Cafe - Diamond Creek

27 Aug 2025 The Memory Care Café provides a social meeting place for those living with dementia and their carers, to gather and enjoy a coffee/tea and conversation with each other.

St John's Anglican Church, 61 Main Street, Diamond Creek 3089

8 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Craft and Connect

28 Aug 2025 Connect with other crafters over a cuppa during these crafting sessions.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

15 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Mudbrick Café

28 Aug 2025 The Mudbrick Café is a local social group for people living with dementia, in their own homes, and their family/support person.

Diamond Valley Baptist Church, 309 Diamond Creek Road, Plenty 3090

7 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Aged care drop-in information sessions - Hurstbridge Hub

28 Aug 2025 We are hosting a drop-in information session for people over 65, their carers and families. Come along to ask your questions about in-home support services and aged care support.

Hurstbridge Hub, 50 Graysharps Road, Hurstbridge 3099

16 more dates

Tagged as: , Council Information Session, Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Protecting Yourself Against AI Scams

30 Aug 2025 In today’s fast-paced digital world, artificial intelligence is reshaping industries and enhancing lives - but it’s also opening new doors for cybercriminals.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

Tagged as: , Senior Events, Talks, Tours & Workshops

Community Garden

02 Sep 2025 Meet the volunteer gardeners, share gardening tips, make friends, and help keep the garden beautiful.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

13 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Senior Events

Memory Care Cafe - Eltham

02 Sep 2025 The Memory Care Café provides a social meeting place for those living with dementia and their carers, to gather and enjoy a coffee/tea and conversation with each other.

Eltham Living & Learning Centre, 739 Main Road, Eltham, Eltham 3095

6 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Nillumbik Repair Cafe

13 Sep 2025 A place to bring your broken items to receive a new lease on life. Don't ditch it: fix it! Takes place on the second Saturday of every month.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Road, Hurstbridge 3099

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Environment, Kids & family, Senior Events, Talks, Tours & Workshops

Australian Plants Expo

13 Sep 2025 Native plant fair and flower displays, books, displays and products on related subjects.

Eltham Community and Reception Centre, 801 Main Road, Eltham 3095

1 more date

Tagged as: , Markets

Probus Club of Diamond Creek - monthly meeting

15 Sep 2025 Hear from guest speakers each month on a range of topics. Visitors welcome.

Diamond Creek Bowling Club, 19 Reserve Circuit, Diamond Creek 3089

3 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events, Talks, Tours & Workshops

Aged Care drop-in information session - Eltham

16 Sep 2025 We are hosting a drop-in information session for people over 65, their carers and families to learn what services are available to support independence and quality of life.

Eltham Living & Learning Centre, 739 Main Road, Eltham, Eltham 3095

Tagged as: , Council Information Session, Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Seniors Festival Lunch

02 Oct 2025 Celebrate the launch of Seniors Festival 2025 with lunch and musical entertainment.

Eltham Community and Reception Centre, 801 Main Road, Eltham 3095

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Doc-Shred-25

24 Oct 2025 To help you spring clean, declutter and prevent identity theft, dispose of your sensitive documents at our free DOC-SHRED-25 event.

Carpark next door to Diamond Creek Men's Shed and Scout Hall, 53 Challenger Street, Diamond Creek 3089

Tagged as: , Festivals, Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events, Talks, Tours & Workshops

The Artisan Woodworkers Fair

08 Nov 2025 Eltham and District Woodworker Club Inc. is hosting The Artisan Woodworking Fair. This free community event features displays, sales, raffle, demonstrations and free children's woodworking activities.

Eltham Community and Reception Centre, 801 Main Road, Eltham 3094

1 more date

Tagged as: , Exhibitions, Music, Drama & Arts, Senior Events

Nutrition Education Skills Training - NEST

19 Nov 2025 The fun and practical course for older adults aged 55 and over can support those people who may be learning to cook for the first time or adjusting to new routines at home due to life changes.

Edendale Community Environment Farm, 30 Gastons Road, Eltham 3095

4 more dates

Tagged as: , Council Information Session, Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events, Talks, Tours & Workshops

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