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Seniors Festival

Join us in October for the 2024 Nillumbik Seniors Festival.

The theme this year is Explore. Engage. Evolve.’ and we hope you find something in this year's program to help you to stay curious and connected by exploring new activities, meeting new people, and changing how we think of ageing.

Take a look at the Nillumbik festival program(PDF, 1MB) and find some exciting activities near you.

Upcoming Seniors Festival events

Australian Ballet Intergenerational "Wonderland" Workshop

01 Oct 2024 The Australian Ballet presents Wonderland, a workshop designed to provide an interactive dance and storytelling session for children aged 3-6 and their grandparents or guardians.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Senior Events

Walking Basketball - Eltham

01 Oct 2024 During October, Nillumbik Leisure facilities are celebrating the Seniors Festival by offering a range of free classes and activities to seniors.

Eltham Leisure Centre, 40 Brougham Street, Eltham 3095

4 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Tai Chi

01 Oct 2024 During October, Nillumbik Leisure facilities are celebrating the Seniors Festival by offering a range of free classes and activities to seniors.

Eltham Leisure Centre, 40 Brougham Street, Eltham 3095

4 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Active Movers - Diamond Creek

01 Oct 2024 During October, Nillumbik Leisure facilities are celebrating the Seniors Festival by offering a range of free classes and activities to seniors.

Community Bank Stadium, 129-163 Main Hurstbridge Road, Diamond Creek, Diamond Creek 3089

9 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Active Aqua

01 Oct 2024 During October, Nillumbik Leisure facilities are celebrating the Seniors Festival by offering a range of free classes and activities to seniors.

Eltham Leisure Centre, 40 Brougham Street, Eltham 3095

8 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Zumba Gold - Eltham

02 Oct 2024 During October, Nillumbik Leisure facilities are celebrating the Seniors Festival by offering a range of free classes and activities to seniors.

Eltham Leisure Centre, 40 Brougham Street, Eltham 3095

4 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Walking Basketball - Diamond Valley

02 Oct 2024 During October, Nillumbik Leisure facilities are celebrating the Seniors Festival by offering a range of free classes and activities to seniors.

Diamond Valley Sports and Fitness Centre, 44 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

4 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Zumba Gold - Diamond Creek

03 Oct 2024 During October, Nillumbik Leisure facilities are celebrating the Seniors Festival by offering a range of free classes and activities to seniors.

Diamond Creek Community Centre, 28 Main Hurstbridge Road, Diamond Creek 3089

4 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Walking Football 4 Health

04 Oct 2024 Have fun and get your physical activity in with this walking football session. Walking football is a modified version of soccer played in a fun safe and friendly environment.

Diamond Valley Sports and Fitness Centre, 44 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Active Movers - Diamond Valley

04 Oct 2024 During October, Nillumbik Leisure facilities are celebrating the Seniors Festival by offering a range of free classes and activities to seniors.

Diamond Valley Sports and Fitness Centre, 44 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

3 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Try bowls at Monty Bowling Club

06 Oct 2024 Try lawn bowls in a friendly environment with a midday sausage sizzle.

Montmorency Bowling Club, Petrie Park, Mountain View Road, Montmorency, 3094

1 more date

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Scam Awareness

07 Oct 2024 Stay informed and protect yourself online. Learn to identify email and text scams, understand URL's and access valuable government resources.

Eltham Library, Panther Place, Eltham 3095

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Cameras and Cuppas

08 Oct 2024 A hands-on, small group workshop where you will learn how to create truly amazing photos using your iPhone or iPad.

Diamond Creek Living and Learning Centre, 119 Cowin Street, Diamond Creek 3089

Tagged as: , Senior Events

'The Good Ol' Days' Yarn Session

08 Oct 2024 A fun and relaxed session where we share our stories and some morning tea.

Diamond Creek Living and Learning Centre, 119 Cowin Street, Diamond Creek 3089

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Understanding Type 2 Diabetes

08 Oct 2024 An informative and engaging discussion of Type 2 Diabetes. Learn from specialists and get valuable resources.

Eltham Library, Panther Place, Eltham 3095

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

Memoir Writing

08 Oct 2024 In this short course on memoir writing, you will consider the reasons for your memoir, ideas about structure, how to make it interesting and how to make it happen.

Diamond Creek Living and Learning Centre, 119 Cowin Street, Diamond Creek 3089

Tagged as: , Senior Events

High Tea

09 Oct 2024 Enjoy High Tea with sweet and savoury delights accompanied by a tea tasting station.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Intro to Lawn Bowls at Eltham Bowling Club

10 Oct 2024 Bowls is a social way to keep active and connected. Come along to learn how to bowl, and have a go.

Eltham Bowling Club, 20-50 Susan Street, Eltham 3095

Tagged as: , Senior Events

CPR and Defib Basics

10 Oct 2024 What's more important than knowing how to save a life? Be prepared for an emergency.

As part of the Nillumbik Council Seniors Festival, Living & Learning Nillumbik are hosting a free CPR and Defib basics workshop at the Panton Hill Living & Learning Hub, in partnership with Bolton Clark.

Did you know that performing CPR can double a person's chances of survival from a cardiac arrest? Learn the b

Panton Hill Neighbourhood House, 18 Bishops Rd, Panton Hill 3759

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

Diamond Creek Men's Shed Showcase Day

11 Oct 2024 View woodworking displays, videos and take a tour of the sheds facilities.

Diamond Creek Men's Shed, 53 Challenger Street, Diamond Creek 3089

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Doc-Shred-24

11 Oct 2024 Declutter and prevent identity theft by disposing of your sensitive documents at our Seniors Festival Doc-Shred-24 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

Eltham Orchestra

12 Oct 2024 Listen to the Eltham Orchestra perform. Experience timeless melodies and elegant harmonies that celebrate the rich experiences and contributions of our senior community.

Eltham Library, Panther Place, Eltham 3095

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Yarrambat Heritage Museum Community Open Day

13 Oct 2024 See the Goldmine Battery, Len Young Woolshed, spinners and the historic Yarrambat Primary School’s first classroom.

Yarrambat Park, 649 Yan Yean Road, Yarrambat 3091

Tagged as: , Senior Events

The Gardener and The Harpist

13 Oct 2024 Join Andrew Laidlaw (landscape architect) and Michael Johnson (harpist) as they discuss their crafts and their creativity, interspersed with the music of the harp, composed in the Royal Botanic Gardens.

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

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Open day at Open Minds Nillumbik Dementia Friendly Alliance

14 Oct 2024 Come along and talk to carers, ask questions about dementia and have a go at the new Tovertafel Magic Table.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Road, Hurstbridge 3099

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Snap and Polish

15 Oct 2024 Transform ordinary snaps into stunning, professional looking masterpieces right from your iPhone or iPad with simple, quick and elegant editing.

Diamond Creek Living and Learning Centre, 119 Cowin Street, Diamond Creek 3089

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Try Pickle Ball with Panton Hill Tennis Club

15 Oct 2024 Come along for a fun community event. Try pickle ball, enjoy a BBQ and connect with others.

Panton Hill Tennis Club, 6 Bishops Road, Panton Hill 3759

Tagged as: , Senior Events

healthAbiliTEA

16 Oct 2024 Join us for a high-tea style event to learn more about healthAbility’s Healthy Ageing services while enjoying food, hot beverages, games and music.

healthAbility, 917 Main Road, Eltham 3095

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Horse appreciation morning tea

17 Oct 2024 A morning tea for over 55 riders, Nillumbik residents who have hung up their boots or those living in retirement home. Our oldest guests will award ribbons for Most Appreciated Horse.

Kangaroo Ground Pony Club, 145 Kangaroo Ground - St Andrews Road, Kangaroo Ground 3097

Tagged as: , Senior Events

St Andrews Senior’s High Tea

17 Oct 2024 The Wadambuk St Andrews Community Centre is hosting a High Tea to celebrate and recognise residents aged over 55 in the Nillumbik community.

Wadambuk St Andrews Community Centre, 35 Caledonia Street, St Andrews 3761

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Movie Matinee

17 Oct 2024 Escape to the world of cinema and enjoy a wonderful afternoon watching The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society. A movie about a writer who writes a book about residents of Guernsey Island.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Outsmarting Scammers

18 Oct 2024 In this workshop you will receive comprehensive guidance on safeguarding your identity and personal information in the digital realm.

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

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Snap a Story

22 Oct 2024 Discover the magic of creating personalised books for a young child you love.

Diamond Creek Living and Learning Centre, 119 Cowin Street, Diamond Creek 3089

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Intergenerational Pot Plant Decorating Workshop

22 Oct 2024 Celebrate Children’s Week and the Seniors Festival with a heartwarming and engaging workshop! This event is designed to bring together children, parents, and grandparents for storytelling and hands-on gardening activities.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

Tagged as: , Environment, Health & Wellbeing, Kids & family, Talks, Tours & Workshops

Embracing Local Wisdom

23 Oct 2024 Our guests will bring unique perspectives and stories from our local history and culture.

Eltham Library, Panther Place, Eltham 3095

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

Ageing Well Expo (Banyule & Nillumbik)

25 Oct 2024 The Ageing Well Expo will showcase information and support for local older residents. There will be over 40 stalls of service providers and community groups with information and presentations on issues related to ageing well.

NETS Stadium, 2 Somers Ave Macleod, 3085

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

Family/Grandparent Zumba

27 Oct 2024 A special one-off event being held during Seniors Festival, where you can enjoy an intergenerational family physical activity.

Diamond Creek Community Centre, 28 Main Hurstbridge Road, Diamond Creek 3089

Tagged as: , Senior Events