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

Seniors Festival

Find out more about this popular annual festival.

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

31 Oct 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

7 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Strong People Stay Young Hurstbridge

31 Oct 2025 A strength training program designed to increase people’s muscle strength.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Rd, Hurstbridge 3099

12 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Rewire Musical Memories Choir Nillumbik

31 Oct 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

6 more dates

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

Basic Tech Help

03 Nov 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

7 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Memory Care Café - Hurstbridge

03 Nov 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

7 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Boomerang Bags Nillumbik

04 Nov 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

6 more dates

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

Craft and Connect

06 Nov 2025 Connect with other crafters over a cuppa during these crafting sessions.

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

5 more dates

Tagged as: , Senior Events

Aged care drop-in information sessions - Hurstbridge Hub

06 Nov 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

6 more dates

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

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

Nillumbik Repair Cafe

08 Nov 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

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

Community Garden

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

Diamond Valley Library, 34 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

4 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Senior Events

Memory Care Cafe - Diamond Creek

12 Nov 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

3 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Mudbrick Café

13 Nov 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

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Probus Club of Diamond Creek - monthly meeting

17 Nov 2025 Hear from guest speakers each month on a range of topics. Visitors welcome.

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

1 more date

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

Memory Care Cafe - Eltham

18 Nov 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

2 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Senior Events

Nutrition Education Skills Training - NEST

19 Nov 2025 This event is currently at capacity and no further bookings can be accepted.

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

Amped Up Ages - Still Got Bandwidth

20 Nov 2025 This free concert is part of the Seniors Festival and will feature five local bands headed up by older residents battling it out to win the inaugural 'Still Got Bandwidth' trophy.

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

Tagged as: , Council Information Session, Exhibitions, Festivals, Health & Wellbeing, Music, Drama & Arts, Senior Events

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