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OUT&ABOUT JULY–DECEMBER 2019 The best activities in our city for people aged 60 and over.
CONTENTS Events 3 Culture 8 Food 18 Lifelong learning 23 Social groups and activities 30 Wellbeing 51
OUT&ABOUT
Out & About is your essential NOT A CITY OF MELBOURNE RESIDENT?
guide to what’s happening in your Some of the activities in this guide are for
neighbourhood and beyond. City of Melbourne residents only. If you’re
Join a meditation session, try a gentle visiting or live outside the City of Melbourne
exercise class or learn to dance. It’s easy council area, we suggest you contact the
to participate, either on your own or with activity organiser to ask if you can attend.
a friend. Call the organiser if you’d like You can also contact your own local council
more information about any of the events to find out what’s on in your area.
or activities. We hope you enjoy getting
out and about. HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS ISSUE
THE PRODUCTION COMPANY MUSICAL THEATRE
Acknowledgement of
Enjoy complimentary tickets to two final
Traditional Owners dress rehearsal performances from The
The City of Melbourne respectfully Production Company. City of Melbourne
acknowledges the Traditional Owners residents aged 60 and over may book two
of the land, the Boon Wurrung and tickets for one show. Due to high demand
Woiwurrung (Wurundjeri) people of there is a limit of one show per person. This
the Kulin Nation and pays respect to offer is courtesy of the City of Melbourne.
their Elders, past and present.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 1
THIS YEAR’S SHOWS FROM THE PRODUCTION THE PRODUCTION COMPANY MUSICAL THEATRE
COMPANY MUSICAL THEATRE: Book through Arts Centre Melbourne on
1300 182 183. Please note tickets will no
Thoroughly Modern Millie longer be posted to you, but will be available
Take a fun-filled ride into the heart for collection from the Box Office from one
of the roaring twenties. week before the show up until the day
of the show.
Friday 2 August at 2pm at the
State Theatre, Arts Centre Melbourne Please bring proof of address when
collecting tickets.
Ragtime
A sweeping musical portrait of
early 20th century America.
Friday 1 November at 2pm at the
State Theatre, Arts Centre Melbourne
You can book for both dress rehearsals
from 9am on Tuesday 9 July (no
bookings accepted before this date).
2EVENTS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
A City of Melbourne Tuesday Free Melbourne Town Hall
Christmas celebration 10 December, 90-130 Swanston Street,
Join an afternoon of music and 2pm to 4pm Melbourne
dancing for people aged 60 and Bookings open Tuesday 15 October
over who live in the City of Melbourne, by calling 9658 9190 or emailing
as well as seniors’ groups located healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
in the City of Melbourne.
Day trip to Bendigo Tuesday All-inclusive Bookings open on Thursday 1 August
Let’s tiptoe through the tulips 17 September, cost of 2019. Please call LINK on 1300 546
Experience the renowned annual 9am $27.50. 528 to secure your spot. If you are
tulip display in beautiful Bendigo. Payment not already registered with LINK
You’ll be transported there to not only will be you will need to register. A short
admire the tulips but also visit the Yi taken over phone assessment is required
Yuan gardens, Guan Buddhist Temple the phone for registration.
and the Golden Dragon museum, at the time Pick up at 9am from Melbourne
which houses a superb Chinese of booking Town Hall, 90-130 Swanston Street,
collection of antiques rarely seen Melbourne. Meet at Bus Zone on
outside of China. Afterwards, enjoy Collins Street.
a two course lunch in the museum’s
tea room.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 3EVENTS ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT Victorian Seniors Festival Sunday 6 October Various Visit www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/ Celebrate the Victorian Seniors to Sunday 13 festivalsandawards for information Festival through a huge range of free October 2019 and full program. and low-cost events and activities across Victoria for older Victorians. During the eight days of the festival you can also explore metropolitan and regional Victoria with free public transport, including all V/Line services, providing you are a Victorian Seniors Card holder. If you need to travel to regional Victoria, you need to reserve your seat on long distance V/Line trains and some coaches, so book early and collect your tickets within 48 hours. You can book a return journey for up to four Victorian Seniors Card holders. 4
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS DURING FREE TRAVEL PERIOD
Celebration Day Sunday 6 October, Free Federation Square
at Federation Square 10.30am to 4.30pm Flinders and Swanston Street,
Enjoy a variety of live music including Melbourne
the Footscray Gypsy Orchestra,
Cook Island Dancers, Spectrum,
The Gram O Phonie Brothers and
Tanya Lee Davies and band. Take part
in active living demonstrations, choirs
and ensembles at Deakin Edge, plus
enjoy roving entertainment.
Festival Hub at Melbourne Town Hall Monday 7 October Free Melbourne Town Hall
Grab a free cuppa and enjoy daily to Friday 90-130 Swanston Street,
concerts, exhibitions, presentations 11 October, Melbourne
and information sessions. 10am to 4.30pm
Concerts at Deakin Edge, Monday 7, Free Federation Square
Federation Square Tuesday 8 and Flinders and Swanston Street,
Watch great acts including Dames Wednesday Melbourne
& Divas Show, Broderick Smith, 9 October
Salvation Army Red Shield Band
and Legends of Brass.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 5EVENTS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
ACMI Seniors Film Festival Sunday 6, $5 Visit www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/
at Treasury Place Monday 7 festivalsandawards for information
and Tuesday and full program
8 October
SEMINARS
Planning ahead Wednesday Free Library at The Dock
Take part in a simple and interactive 17 July, 107 Victoria Harbour Promenade
session from Seniors Rights Victoria 12 noon to 1pm
about how to appoint an Enduring
Power of Attorney who can make Friday 9 August, Free South Yarra Senior Citizens Centre
decisions about medical treatment, 1pm to 2pm Fawkner Park, 65 Toorak Road West,
property and finance on your behalf South Yarra
if needed. 9658 9190
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
6ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Retirement reality – your choices Thursday Free City Library
Join Christopher Kyriacou from 6pm-8pm on the 253 Flinders Lane,
the Financial Information Service, following dates: Melbourne
Department of Human Services 7 November 9658 9500
(DHS) at City Library as he library@melbourne.vic.gov.au
de-mystifies retirement, helping 14 November
melbourne.vic.gov.au
you to understand superannuation, 21 November
the age pension and your choices.
28 November
Bookings required, open in October.
5 December
• Understanding Your Pension
• Accommodation
Options in Retirement
• Aged Care - Fees and Charges
• Understanding Superannuation
• Understanding Retirement
Income Streams
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 7CULTURE ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT ART AND CRAFT Art class Last Monday Free Jean McKendry Learn new skills and techniques as you of the month, Neighbourhood Centre explore your creative side with other 10.30am to 91-111 Melrose Street like-minded people. Paint, draw, colour 12.30pm North Melbourne and meet new people in a relaxed 9658 9190 and supportive environment. All healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au materials supplied. ArtPlay Open for Various ArtPlay Grandparents, come with your enquiries prices Birrarung Marr, Batman Avenue grandchildren to create innovative Wednesday Melbourne art experiences that encourage to Sunday, 9658 7880 self-expression and playful exchange. 10am to 4pm. artplay@melbourne.vic.gov.au Check website for schedule of events. melbourne.vic.gov.au/artplay 8
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Melrose art group Monday, $5 Jean McKendry
Take part in weekly painting and 10am to 3pm annual Neighbourhood Centre
craft activities for seniors from all membership 91-111 Melrose Street,
cultural backgrounds. North Melbourne
9328 1665 or mobile 0403 443 021
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
instagram: Melart3051
Painting and drawing Tuesday, $150 Kensington Neighbourhood House
Discover and explore a range of 1pm to 3pm per term 89 McCracken Street,
techniques suited to your interests concession Kensington
in a relaxed and informal setting. 9376 6366
info@kenhouse.org.au
kensingtonneighbourhoodhouse.com
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 9CULTURE
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
BOOKS
Any Book book club First Tuesday Free East Melbourne Library
Share your love of reading and of the month, 122 George Street,
get inspiration about what to read 10.30am to East Melbourne
next. No set books – each person 12 noon 9658 9600
shares what they are reading at read@melbourne.vic.gov.au
the moment.
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Book and movie group Second Monday Free Kensington Neighbourhood House
Join in lively discussions about books of the month, 89 McCracken Street,
and movies. Take turns choosing and 7pm to 9pm Kensington
leading the discussion. New members 9376 6366
always welcome. info@kenhouse.org.au
kensingtonneighbourhoodhouse.com
Chinese book club Second Free Library at The Dock
Enjoy morning tea, meet other Thursday of 107 Victoria Harbour Promenade,
readers, and find some new Chinese the month, Docklands
books, magazines or DVDs to borrow. 9.30am 9658 9998
to 12 noon
read@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
10ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
eAudiobook club Third Tuesday Free Kathleen Syme Library
Download, listen and discuss just of the month, and Community Centre
like in a regular book club, but with 6pm to 7pm 251 Faraday Street,
great eAudiobooks selected and Carlton
discussed once a month. 9658 7300
read@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Home library service Free 9658 9600
Get library materials delivered to your hls@melbourne.vic.gov.au
door for free on a set day every four melbourne.vic.gov.au
weeks. This is for eligible residents in
the City of Melbourne who are unable
to visit their local library.
Japanese book club Third Tuesday Free City Library
Get together other Japanese of the month, 253 Flinders Lane,
speakers and chat about your 2pm to 3pm Melbourne
favourite reading materials. 9658 9500
No need to book, just drop in. read@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 11CULTURE
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
BOOKS
Melbourne book club First Tuesday Free City Library, Group Study Room
Join other readers to discuss a wide of the month 253 Flinders Lane,
variety of fiction and non-fiction until Tuesday Melbourne
chosen by book club members. 12 November, 9658 8305
6pm to 7pm read@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
North Melbourne book club Third Monday Free North Melbourne Library
Expand your literary repertoire of the month, 66 Errol Street,
and discuss current books in 6pm to 7pm North Melbourne
a friendly atmosphere. 9658 9700
read@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Queer book club Fourth Monday Free City Library, Activity Space
Read and discuss all manner of of the month 253 Flinders Lane,
books with lesbian, gay, bisexual, until Monday Melbourne
transgender, intersex or queer 25 November, 9658 9500
characters and themes. 6pm to 7pm
read@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
12ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
EXHIBITIONS
Koorie Heritage Trust exhibitions Daily, Gold coin The Yarra Building
Experience, learn and connect 10am to 5pm donation Levels 1 and 3 Federation Square,
with Aboriginal culture, heritage welcome Melbourne
and histories of Victoria at exhibitions 8662 6300
at the Koorie Heritage Trust. info@koorieheritagetrust.com
koorieheritagetrust.com.au
Melbourne Museum Open daily. Various Melbourne Museum
Gain a rich and inspiring insight 10am to 5pm 11 Nicholson Street,
into life in Victoria through a variety Carlton
of exhibitions and activities. 13 11 02
AskUs@museum.vic.gov.au
museumsvictoria.com.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 13CULTURE
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
EXHIBITIONS
NGV International Open daily, Free NGV International
Be awe-inspired by the gallery’s 10am to 5pm general 180 St Kilda Road,
extensive art collection from Europe, entry Melbourne
Asia, America and Oceania. 8620 2222
ngv.vic.gov.au
WRITING
Creative writing First Wednesday $14 per Kensington Neighbourhood House
Explore a different aspect of writing of the month, class 89 McCracken Street,
each month in this introduction 10am to 12 noon Kensington
to the craft. 9376 6366
info@kenhouse.org.au
kensingtonneighbourhoodhouse.com
14ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
MOVIES
Tuesday movie night for women Second Tuesday $5 Kensington Neighbourhood House
Join in a night at the movies every of the month, 89 McCracken Street,
month at the Sun Theatre in Yarraville. 5.30pm to 9pm Kensington
Free community transport for those 9376 6366
living in Flemington, Kensington and info@kenhouse.org.au
North Melbourne.
kensingtonneighbourhoodhouse.com
MUSIC
Austral Salon recital Fourth Monday Membership St Peter’s Eastern Hill
Listen to music by talented young of the month. fees apply Main Hall, 15 Gisborne Street
musicians and make new friends. Refreshments as well as (opposite St Patrick’s Cathedral),
Bring your own lunch. Tea, coffee at 11.45am. entry fee Melbourne
and cake provided. Recital from for some 0449 727 910
12.30pm to events
australsalonofmusic@gmail.com
1.30pm
australsalon.org
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 15CULTURE
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
MUSIC
Kensington community choir Wednesday, $50 Kensington Neighbourhood House
Practice and relish in song with this 7.30pm to 9pm per term 89 McCracken Street,
choir that’s open to all ages and concession Kensington
abilities. No need to audition. 9376 6366
info@kenhouse.org.au
kensingtonneighbourhoodhouse.com
Monthly melodies Last Friday Free South Yarra Senior Citizens Centre
Spend a social and musical afternoon of the month, Fawkner Park,
among friends. Enjoy musical 1pm to 2pm 65 Toorak Rd West, South Yarra
performances from a mix of artists in 9820 2760
a relaxed and social atmosphere. Have
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
a cuppa, chat or sit and look out over
beautiful Fawkner Park. melbourne.vic.gov.au
16ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
St Michael's Thursday Thursday Free St Michael’s Uniting Church
lunchtime organ recitals at 1pm 120 Collins Street,
Revel in bold sounds as the grand Melbourne
organ comes to life every Thursday 9654 5120
for a free 30 minute recital. office@stmichaels.org.au
stmichaels.org.au
Sunday Lounge Sunday 30 Free Kathleen Syme Library
Delight in an intimate, musical affair June, Sunday and Community Centre
with tunes from diverse musicians 28 July, Sunday 251 Faraday Street,
and styles including jazz, folk, world 25 August and Carlton
music and classical. Sunday 29 9658 7310
September.
kathleensymecentre@melbourne.
3pm to 4.15pm
vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Western suburbs organ club Second $8 Kensington Neighbourhood Centre
Join in special organ concerts and Wednesday 18 Anthony Street,
supper in a friendly atmosphere. of the month, Kensington
7.45pm 9380 9616
terrythodges@hotmail.com
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 17FOOD
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
MARKETS, FOOD AND GARDENING
Carlton Farmers' Market First and third Gold coin Carlton North Primary School
Buy your meat, fruit and vegetables Saturday of donation Corner Canning and O'Grady Streets,
as well as nuts, eggs and cheese – the month Carlton North
all while supporting ethical and local 8am to 1pm 9499 3400 or 0429 146 627
growers and producers. Enjoy a mfm.com.au
hearty breakfast or an early lunch
while you’re there.
Carlton Neighbourhood Thursday, $5 20 Princes Street,
Learning Centre community lunch 12.30pm Carlton North
Meals and social gathering. to 1.30pm 9347 2739
cdc@cnlc.org.au
cnlc.org.au
Church of All Nations Tuesday and $2 180 Palmerston Street,
community lunch Wednesday, Carlton
Tuck into lunch in a social setting 11.30am to 1pm 9347 7077
each Tuesday and Wednesday austin.byard@cancarlton.com.au
(except public holidays) in the carlton-uca.org
drop-in centre. Enter from the rear
(north side) of the church.
18ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Community lunch Monday, $7.90 Jean McKendry
Eat a nutritious and affordable 12 noon Neighbourhood Centre
lunch in the company of others at 91-111 Melrose Street,
this North Melbourne community North Melbourne
centre. You must book first through 9328 1665 or 9372 1482
the centre. Please note a small price healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
increase from $7.90 in September.
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Community lunch Monday, $7.90 South Yarra Senior Citizens Centre
Eat a nutritious and affordable Wednesday Fawkner Park
lunch in the company of others and Friday, 65 Toorak Rd West,
at this South Yarra community 12 noon South Yarra
centre. You must book first through 9820 2760
the centre. Please note a small price healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
increase from $7.90 in September.
melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 19FOOD
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
MARKETS, FOOD AND GARDENING
Community lunch Wednesday, $7.90 Kathleen Syme Library
Eat a nutritious and affordable lunch in 12 noon and Community Centre
the company of others at this Carlton 251 Faraday Street,
community centre. Book first through Carlton
the centre. Please note a small price 9658 7305
increase from $7.90 in September. healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Community morning tea Third Monday Free Kathleen Syme Library
Join in this relaxed monthly of the month, and Community Centre
community get-together. Share sweet 10.30am 251 Faraday Street,
and savoury treats like homemade to 11.30am Carlton
scones and enjoy singalong songs 9658 7310
from ukulele band The Flukes. Catch kathleensymecentre@melbourne.vic.gov.au
up with friends or meet new people
melbourne.vic.gov.au
from your local community.
20ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Drop in morning tea First Tuesday $5 The Centre
Enjoy a cuppa and healthy snacks of the month 58 Errol Street,
with a friendly group of people excluding North Melbourne
from different backgrounds. school and public 9328 1126
holidays,
commdev@centre.org.au
10.30am
to 12 noon centre.org.au
Healthy living and learning program Thursday during Various The Community Hub
Learn to cook healthy two-course school terms, fees 94 Ormond Street,
meals (and then eat them) or join 11am (low cost) Kensington
in a planned weekly activity like 9371 2000
gardening, tai chi or dancing. All dwilson@unison.org.au
meals are low cost to make and can
unison.org.au
be easily replicated at home. For
senior residents of Kensington
public housing.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 21FOOD
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Social lunch and bingo Wednesday, $8 Kensington Neighbourhood House
Enjoy a two-course meal and the 12.30pm 89 McCracken Street,
company of this friendly social group. Kensington
Weekly lunches alternate with a bus 9376 6366
trip once a month. info@kenhouse.org.au
kensingtonneighbourhoodhouse.com
The Community Grocer Friday, Free The Community Grocer
Buy local organic produce picked from 8am to 12 noon entry 478 Drummond Street,
the Carlton Primary School garden, Carlton
plus other handmade goods. thecommunitygrocer.com.au
Join workshops too.
22LIFELONG LEARNING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
CLASSES
English for Chinese seniors Tuesday, Free Kensington Neighbourhood House
Build confidence with your English 1.30pm to 89 McCracken Street,
language conversation skills and 3.30pm Kensington
improve fluency, pronunciation 9376 6366
and vocabulary. info@kenhouse.org.au
kensingtonneighbourhoodhouse.com
ESL reading group Thursday Free North Melbourne Library
Join this free, fun reading program from 25 July to 66 Errol Street,
to improve your English reading skills 19 September, North Melbourne
and practice pronunciation. Both 1pm to 2.30pm 9658 9700
native English and ESL speakers library@melbourne.vic.gov.au
welcome. No bookings necessary.
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Light refreshments available.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 23LIFELONG LEARNING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
CLASSES
Italian class First and third Free South Yarra Senior Citizens Centre
Come along and learn to speak Friday of the Fawkner Park,
Italian via Skype and stay for month, 65 Toorak Road West,
lunch at the centre. 11am to 12 noon South Yarra
9820 2760
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Technology training Wednesdays on Free for South Yarra Senior Citizens Centre
Stay intellectually stimulated and the below dates, concession/ Fawkner Park,
socially connected and increase your 1.30pm to 3pm: pension 65 Toorak Road West,
technology confidence and skills by 3 July card South Yarra
taking part in these ReadyTechGo classes. 17 July holders. 9820 2760
– Apple training 7 August Non
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
21 August concession
– Android training melbourne.vic.gov.au
4 September $5
– Apple training continued 18 September
– Android training continued
– Apple training continued
– General computer training
24ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
North Melbourne Language Monday to Friday, Various North Melbourne
& Learning various times fees Language & Learning
Take part in computer classes and a Ground Floor,
range of activities that help to build 33 Alfred Street,
the local community, with a focus North Melbourne
on engaging and connecting our 9326 7447
culturally and linguistically diverse enquiries@nmll.org.au
(CALD) communities.
nmll.org.au
U3A courses and classes Various days, Membership Courses at various locations
Learn from a range of year-long hours fees apply. in the City of Melbourne
to short courses. Topics include Free for Main office at Greek Centre,
bridge, botanical art, philosophy and members Level 5, 168 Lonsdale Street,
languages. There’s more than 80 of U3A Melbourne
classes to choose from. New 9639 5209
members citymelb@u3a.org.au
welcome u3amelbcity.org.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 25LIFELONG LEARNING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
EDUCATIONAL TOURS
Federation Square Monday to Free Meet near the Australian, Indigenous
Learn about the history, unique Saturday, 11am and Torres Strait Islander flags in
architecture and engineering marvels the Swanston Street Forecourt.
that make Fed Square one of the Melbourne
city’s great contemporary icons. 9655 1900
info@fedsquare.com
fedsquare.com
Melbourne Town Hall tour Monday, Free Melbourne Town Hall
Learn about the architectural, social Wednesday, Bookings 90-130 Swanston Street,
and political significance of this Thursday and required Melbourne
impressive building. Friday, 11am to 9658 9658
12 noon and
townhalltour@melbourne.vic.gov.au
1pm to 2pm
melbourne.vic.gov.au
26ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Victorian Parliament House tour Weekdays when Free Parliament House
Explore and learn all about Parliament parliament is not Spring Street,
House. Public tours of Parliament sitting excluding Melbourne
House take place at various times public holidays. 9651 8568
between 8.30am to 5.30pm on days Various times. tours@parliament.vic.gov.au
when parliament is not sitting. Full and parliament.vic.gov.au
express tours available. Garden and
architectural tours also available.
INFORMATION AND SUPPORT
Out & About Monday to Free 9663 2474 or mobile 0466 218 921
If you’re an eligible lesbian, gay, Thursday during outandabout@switchboard.org.au
bisexual, transgender, or intersex office hours. switchboard.org.au
(LGBTI) person living at home or in
aged care in Victoria, Out & About is
a free service that can connect you
with friendly LGBTI volunteer visitors.
Eligibility criteria applies.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 27LIFELONG LEARNING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Seniors Information Victoria Monday, Tuesday, Free Level 4, 533 Little Lonsdale Street,
Get independent advice on a Thursday and Melbourne
range of issues of interest to Friday 9.30am 1300 13 50 90
older Victorians. to 1pm and cotavic@cotavic.org.au
Wednesday,
cotavic.org.au
1pm to 4.30pm
TALKS AND CONVERSATIONS
ESL conversation club Monday, Free City Library
Take part in informal English Tuesday, 253 Flinders Lane,
conversation practice, meet Thursday Melbourne
new people and improve your and Friday. 9658 9500
English language skills. All sessions Various times. library@melbourne.vic.gov.au
are free and facilitated by a
melbourne.vic.gov.au
native-speaking volunteer.
ESL conversation club Library Monday, Free Southbank Library at Boyd
Take part in informal English 6pm to 7pm Ground 207 City Road,
conversation practice, meet Southbank
new people and improve your 9658 8314
English language skills. All sessions boyd@melbourne.vic.gov.au
are free and facilitated by a
melbourne.vic.gov.au
native-speaking volunteer.
28ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
ESL conversation club Tuesday and Free Kathleen Syme Library and
Take part in informal English Wednesday, Community Centre
conversation practice, meet new 5pm on Tuesday 251 Faraday Street,
people and improve your English and 3pm on Carlton
language skills. All sessions Wednesday 9658 7300
are free and facilitated by a library@melbourne.vic.gov.au
native-speaking volunteer.
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Existentialist Society First Tuesday of Free Unitarian Church Hall
Join in this monthly lecture series the month 8pm 110 Grey Street,
that explores concepts related East Melbourne
to existentialism. 9467 2063
existmelb@yahoo.com.au
existentialistmelbourne.org
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 29SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
AMHARIC AND TIGRINYA
Ethiopian Seniors Group - Carlton Saturday, Various Community Room
Neighbourhood Learning Centre 6pm to 9pm fees Ground Floor,
Share meals, information and social 510 Lygon Street,
activities with other like-minded Carlton
women. This is a women-only event. 9347 2739
cdc@cnlc.org.au
cnlc.org.au
ARABIC
St Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church Friday, 12 noon Various St Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church
Share meals and information and to 1.30pm fees 5 Epsom Road, Kensington
take part in planned and social 0406 887 884
activity groups, as part of this hisvine.com/church/25/St-Mary-Church
social support program for Coptic
older people.
30ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
St Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Tuesday, Various St Nicholas Antiochian
Church - senior citizens group 10am to 2pm fees Orthodox Church Hall
Share meals and information and 176 Simpson Street,
take part in social activities. East Melbourne
9417 2266
info@stnicholas.org.au
stnicholas.org.au
CANTONESE
Indo China Ethnic Other activities Various Ross House
Chinese Association on various fees 247-251 Flinders Lane,
Take part in activities including days, hours Melbourne
sharing community meals. The 0408 358 139
community meal is held on the third hquach@ames.net.au
Tuesday of the month.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 31SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
CANTONESE AND MANDARIN
Chinese Community Health Friday, Various Multicultural Hub
Advisory of Australia 1pm to 3.30pm fees 506 Elizabeth Street,
Join in community activities for Melbourne
Chinese seniors including information 9658 9190
sessions, physical exercise, meals healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
and outings.
Chinese Social Centre Monday and Various North Melbourne Community Centre
of North Melbourne Thursday at fees 49-53 Buncle Street,
Join in a range of activities from North Melbourne and at 49 Canning Street,
gentle exercise and tai chi, lunches, Community North Melbourne
karaoke, bus trips, camps, and events Centre and 9376 9088
like Chinese New Year, the autumn Wednesday at
info@fsnlc.net
festival and Christmas celebrations. Canning Street,
9am to 2pm
on Monday
and Thursday.
9am to 3pm on
Wednesday
32ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Kensington Chinese Friendship Group Monday and Various Community Hub
Take part in meals, mahjong, table Thursday at fees 94 Ormond Street,
tennis, pool, walking groups, craft 9am to 5pm. Kensington
and outings. Tuesday at 9658 9190
9.30am to 11am.
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
North Melbourne Wednesday, Various North Melbourne Community Centre
Chinese Association 9am to 4pm fees 49-53 Buncle Street,
Have fun with line and social North Melbourne
dancing, mahjong, cards, gentle 9658 9190
exercise, table tennis, lion dancing healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
and qigong. If you’re interested, come
on the day and speak to volunteer
committee members.
North Melbourne Recreation First Wednesday Various 76 Canning Street,
Group - cohealth of the month, fees North Melbourne
Enjoy meals, social activities and 10.30am to 1pm 9448 5537
take part in Information sessions. margaret.yung@cohealth.org.au
cohealth.org.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 33SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
CANTONESE AND MANDARIN
Uniting Church, Gospel Hall Fortnightly on Various Wesley Church (School House)
Melbourne (Yee Hong) Sunday, 11.15am fees 148 Lonsdale Street,
Join in meals, outings and Melbourne
social activities. 9663 6822
info@ucghm.org.au
gospelhall1.wixsite.com/gospelhall
Victorian Elderly Chinese Monday Various 187-189 Victoria Street,
Welfare Society to Friday fees West Melbourne
Come to this planned activity various times 9329 2258
group to enjoy outings, meals, vecwslow@hotmail.com
yum cha, Chinese television and
magazines. Includes transport
to and from activities.
34ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
CANTONESE, MANDARIN AND ENGLISH
Melbourne Line Every Tuesday Various South Yarra Senior Citizens Centre
Dancing Group from 11am to 5pm fees Fawkner Park
Join in Chinese dancing at the South Yarra 65 Toorak Road West on
and exercises. Senior Citizens Tuesday and at the
Centre and every Atrium at Federation Square
Thursday at the on Thursday
Atrium, Federation
0430 409 386
Square from
9am to 2pm joanna1398@hotmail.com
GENERAL (ENGLISH)
78 Seniors Various days, Annual Community Hub
Enjoy meals, outings and celebratory times and fees. memb. 94 Ormond Street and
events for residents who live at 78 Contact organiser $12 Community Room
Clifford Terrace and surrounds. for information. 78 Clifford Terrace,
Celebratory Kensington
events free.
Meals/outings
small fee
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 35SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
GENERAL (ENGLISH)
Cards group Monday, Free South Yarra Senior Citizens Centre
Enjoy playing cards and having fun 10am to 12 noon Fawkner Park
with friends? Join in this relaxed and 1pm to 3pm 65 Toorak Rd West,
South Yarra cards group. South Yarra
9820 2760
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Carer support group Various days Free Kathleen Syme Library
Share and receive information, support and times and Community Centre
and experiences with other local 251 Faraday Street,
carers in a welcoming environment. Carlton
9658 9989
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
Church of all Nations drop-in centre Tuesday, Free 180 Palmerston Street,
Take part in a range of activities Wednesday Carlton
and conversation in the warm and and Thursday, 9347 7077
welcoming company of other low- 10am to noon austin.byard@cancarlton.com.au
income people in your community.
Enjoy light refreshments, daily papers carlton-uca.org
and access to the internet.
36ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Mahjong Wednesday, Free South Yarra Senior Citizens Centre
Join in for a game involving skill, 10.30am to Fawkner Park
strategy, calculation and a degree of 12 noon 65 Toorak Road West,
chance. Relax and enjoy the company South Yarra
of others every Wednesday as you test 9820 2760
your skills, sharpen your mind healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
and improve your memory.
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Melbourne Men's Shed Mondays at $55 Federation Square
Learn new skills, build friendships 10am to 2pm. annual, Level 1 car park,
and improve your health in a safe Tuesdays at joining corner Flinders and Russell Streets,
environment. Activities include 10am to 2pm and fee $30 Melbourne
walking, woodworking, cooking, 5pm to 9pm. 9650 9491
photography, social activities Wednesdays at info@melbournemensshed.org
and volunteering. 5pm to 9pm melbournemensshed.org
and on third
Saturday of the
month from
1pm to 4pm.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 37SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
GENERAL (ENGLISH)
Melbourne Sunrise Probus Club First Thursday Current Library at The Dock
Take part in a range of activities of the month, annual 107 Victoria Harbour Promenade,
including golf, walking, book clubs, 9.30am for memb. is Docklands
mahjong, bowls, pilates, cinema a 10am start. $50 plus mspc.docklands@gmail.com
and photography. a joining
portal.clubrunner.ca/7788
fee of $15
Older Person’s Highrise Support Various days Various 94 Ormond Street,
Program Kensington (cohealth) and times. fees Kensington
Enjoy morning tea, tai chi, swimming, Contact organiser 9448 5515
outings, healthy lunches and get for information cohealth.org.au
information from the residents’
advisory group (residents only).
Older Person’s Highrise Support Various days Various 530 Lygon Street,
Program Carlton (cohealth) and times. fees Carlton
Enjoy morning tea, Chinese group Contact organiser 9448 5515
activities, women’s group activities, for information. cohealth.org.au
healthy lunches, exercise movement,
plus get involved in the community
garden and get information from
the residents’ advisory group
(residents only).
38ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Social Support Group Monday to Fees Kathleen Syme Library
Access support for adults with Friday 9.30am apply and Community Centre
additional needs who’d like to to 3.30pm 251 Faraday Street,
participate in social activities and Carlton
engage with their community. My Aged Care 1800 200 422
Indo-Chinese, Italian and Spanish myagedcare.gov.au
speaking groups available.
Eligibility criteria apply and
assessment required.
Support in Public Housing Various days Free Community Hall
(Salvation Army) and times. 159 Melrose Street,
Take part in meals, outings, cultural Contact organiser North Melbourne
events, and get involved in gardening. for information 9328 5361
For people over the age of 50 that adultservices@aus.salvationarmy.org
resides on the North Melbourne
salvationarmy.org.au
housing estate.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 39SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
GENERAL (ENGLISH)
The Carlton Gardens Probus Club Monthly meeting $50 The Clyde Hotel
Listen to regular speakers and take at 10am on the annual 385 Cardigan Street
part in cultural excursions and various first Tuesday of and a $20 (corner of Elgin Street),
interest groups including coffee the month at joining Carlton
club, dine out group, golf, bocce and the Clyde Hotel, fee 0423 467 391
mahjong plus internet workshops. followed by
cjarvis@internode.on.net
lunch. Interest
based groups at
various locations
and times
The Probus Club of Carlton Parkville Regular meeting Various Graduate House
Join in weekly, monthly and one-off on second fees 220 Leicester Street,
activities including bridge, creative art, Tuesday of the Carlton
walking and cycling, movies, music month, 10am probuscarltonparkville@gmail.com
and the arts plus science, technology, to 12 noon
engineering and mathematics
related activities.
40ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
U3A Let's Do groups Various days, Various Greek Centre,
Take part in special interest social hours. Usually fees Suite 1, Level 5, 168 Lonsdale Street
groups including Let's Do Lunch, free for members (corner of Russell Street),
Let's Do Music, Let's do Movies, Let's of U3A Melbourne
Do Galleries, Let's Do Theatre, Let's 9639 5209
Do Walks, and Let's Do Cycling. citymelb@u3a.org.au
Register for any of these by contacting
u3amelbcity.org.au
Melbourne U3A. New members are
welcome and encouraged to make
suggestions for activities or to
volunteer to run a group.
GREEK
Enjoy meals and social activities First Monday Various Kensington Neighbourhood Centre
with Australian Greek and Cypriot of the month, fees 18 Anthony Street,
Senior Citizens of Melbourne. 10am to 2pm Kensington
0413 546 708
marinatenuta@gmail.com
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 41SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
GREEK
Elderly Greek Club of Frida, 12 noon Various Kensington Neighbourhood Centre
Kensington and Flemington to 4pm fees 18 Anthony Street,
Share in meals and social activities Kensington
with other older Greek neighbours. If 9658 9190
interested please attend on the day and healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
speak to volunteer committee members.
HARARI
Harari Women’s Group (Carlton Saturday evening, Various Community Room
Neighbourhood Learning Centre) 5.30pm to 8.30pm fees 38 Elgin Street,
Share in meals, information, forums Carlton
and social support. Women only. 9347 2739
cdc@cnlc.org.au
cnlc.org.au
ITALIAN
Circolo Pensionati Italiani Tuesday and Various Kensington Neighbourhood Centre
di Kensington Thursday, fees 18 Anthony Street,
Enjoy meals, tombola and other 11am to 4pm Kensington
social activities. 0466 870 554
conniegenua@bigpond.com
42ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Circolo Pensionati Italiani Wednesday, Various San Marco in Lamis Social Club
di San Marco in Lamis 11.30am to 4pm fees 149 Canning Street,
Enjoy meals, outings Carlton
and bus trips. 0402 026 116
graciepirro@yahoo.com
JAPANESE
Association of New Elderly Various days Various 0425 766 485
Take part in a variety of activities and times fees anenonprofit@gmail.com
in the central city. ane.org.au
LITHUANIAN
Victorian Lithuanian Second Various Lithuanian House
Pensioners Association Wednesday fees 44 Errol Street,
Enjoy meals, outings and of the month, North Melbourne
social activities. 11am to 2pm 0431 109 687
bmay202@gmail.com
lithuanianclub.com
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 43SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
MANDARIN
Chinese Arts Association Friday, Various Jean McKendry
of Melbourne 10am to 3pm fees Neighbourhood Centre
Share in a range of activities from 91-111 Melrose Street,
singing, dancing, tai chi and Chinese North Melbourne
drumming, plus meals and other 9658 9190
social events. healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
The Federation of Chinese Various days Various Suite 6, Level 4,
Associations (seniors group) and hours fees 20 Collins Street,
Take part in community meals Melbourne
and other social activities in this 9650 6468
Chinese seniors group. f.c.a.victoria@bigpond.com
MANDARIN AND ENGLISH
Happy Seniors Life Monday, Various Community Room
Take part in community activities 9am to 5pm fees Ground Floor, 480 Lygon Street,
and volunteering opportunities. Carlton
0431 771 949
44ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
ROMANIAN
Australian Romanian Community Tuesday, Various Church Hall
Welfare, Health and Services 12 noon to 4pm fees 55 Melrose Street,
Association of Victoria North Melbourne
Take part in meals and 9348 9066
planned activity groups. arc@ausromwelfare.net.au
home.alphalink.com.au/~totanel
SERBO-CROATIAN
Slavic Welfare Association Thursday, Various Jean McKendry
Women’s Group ‘Nase Zene’ 9am to 4pm fees Neighbourhood Centre
Share in meals, celebrations, 91-111 Melrose Street,
outings, information, friendly North Melbourne
visiting and socialising. 0402 903 713
info@slavicwelfare.com.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 45SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
SOMALI
Australian Somali Women’s Various days Various Jean McKendry
Healthcare and Community and hours fees Neighbourhood Centre
Foundation 91-111 Melrose Street,
Join in activities including sewing, North Melbourne
cooking, festival dancing, singing, 9658 9190
exercises and education. Women only. healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
East African Elders Association Sunday, Various Kensington Neighbourhood Centre
Join in meals, outings and social 1pm to 7pm fees 18 Anthony Street,
activities. If interested in attending Kensington
please come on the day and speak 9658 9190
to volunteer committee members. healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
Men only.
Somali Senior Women’s Thursday, Various Community Hall
Group (cohealth) 12 noon to 2pm fees Ground Floor, 510 Lygon Street,
Enjoy meals and share information Carlton
and activities including walking and 9349 7302
outings, plus social support. maria.ibrahim@cohealth.org.au
Women only.
cohealth.org.au
46ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
SPANISH
Federation of Spanish Speaking Thursday, Various Ross House
Senior Citizens in Victoria 10am to 6pm fees 247-251 Flinders Lane,
Join in meals, cultural, social Melbourne
and educational activities. 9650 1210
spanishfeder@yahoo.com.au
Spanish Elderly Group Tuesday, $3 Jean McKendry Neighbourhood
of North Melbourne 10am to 2pm a month Centre, 91-111 Melrose Street,
Join in meals, art and craft, North Melbourne
toutings and social activities. 0403 358 346
evelyn.montalvo57@gmail.com
Spanish Group of the Third Age Second Saturday Various Kensington Neighbourhood Centre
Take part in lunches, afternoon of the month, fees 18 Anthony Street,
teas, bus trips and a 11am to 7pm Kensington
multigenerational festival. 0433 121 448
ruthmerino1980@gmail.com
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 47SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
TIGRE, TIGRINYA AND ARABIC
African Community Tuesday, Various Jean McKendry
Elderly Association Thursday and fees Neighbourhood Centre
Take part in outings, cards, billiards, Saturday, 91-111 Melrose Street,
afternoon tea and information. 2pm to 7pm North Melbourne
Men only. 9658 9190
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
Eritrean Men’s Group (cohealth) Friday, Various Community Hall
Take part in cultural events, meals, 2pm to 4pm fees Ground Floor, 510 Lygon Street,
information and social activities. Carlton
Men only. 9349 7302
maria.ibrahim@cohealth.org.au
cohealth.org.au
Eritrean Women’s Group (Carlton Friday evening, Various Community Room
Neighbourhood Learning Centre) 8pm to 10pm fees Ground Floor, 510 Lygon Street
Join in information, forums, social Carlton
support and family outings. 9347 2739
Women only. cdc@cnlc.org.au
cnlc.org.au
48ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Horn of Africa Senior Wednesday, Various Kensington Neighbourhood Centre
Women’s Program 10am to 4pm fees 18 Anthony Street,
Share in meals, outings, information Kensington
and planned activity groups. 0413 247 004
Women only. hoaswg@mrcnorthwest.org.au
TURKISH
Carlton Turkish Group (cohealth) Thursday, Various Community Hall
Share in meals, cultural and 11am to 2pm fees Ground Floor, 510 Lygon Street,
social events. Carlton
9349 7302
maria.ibrahim@cohealth.org.au
cohealth.org.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 49SOCIAL GROUPS
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
VIETNAMESE
Elderly Vietnamese and Every second $25 a Kensington Neighbourhood House
Indochinese Social Group Thursday, year 89 McCracken Street,
Join information sessions, listen 10am to 12 noon Kensington
to guest speakers and share a meal. 9376 6366
Alternates with a trip outside info@kenhouse.org.au
of Melbourne.
kensingtonneighbourhoodhouse.com
Indochinese Elderly Refugees Monthly on Free Community Hub
Association Vietnamese a Wednesday, 94 Ormond Street,
Elderly Social Group 10am to 2pm Kensington
Take part in meals and 9429 1307
social activities. adminassistant@iera.org.au
iera.org.au
50WELLBEING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
DANCE
Line dancing First, second Free Kathleen Syme Library
Enjoy an afternoon of moving to and third and Community Centre
music with this fun and interactive Wednesday 251 Faraday Street,
session that’s guaranteed to improve of the month Carlton
memory and boost self-confidence. 1pm to 2pm 9658 7305
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
FITNESS
Circuit Wednesday, Free for Carlton Baths
Take part in this resistance-based 5.30pm and members. 248 Rathdowne Street,
class at your own pace. For all Thursday, 8.30am Memb. Carlton
fitness levels. from $11 9347 3677
per week.
carltonbaths@ymca.org.au
$14.75
casual. carltonbaths.ymca.org.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 51WELLBEING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
GENTLE EXERCISE
Alive and Active Thursday, 1.30pm $3 per Carlton Neighbourhood
Explore your creativity through to 2.30pm session Learning Centre
movement, voice, art and more. 20 Princes Street,
For people of all abilities. This course Carlton North
can be taken alone or with the 9347 2739
community lunch. info@cnlc.org.au
cnlc.org.au
Gentle exercise group Friday, 9.30am $20 per Kensington Neighbourhood House
Improve your stamina, strength, to 10.30am month 89 McCracken Street,
flexibility and balance in this Kensington
low-impact class. 9376 6366
info@kenhouse.org.au
kensingtonneighbourhoodhouse.com
Health qigong Friday, 8am Free Federation Square
Activate your mind, body and soul to 9am The Square, Corner of
with this Chinese system of physical Swanston and Flinders Street,
exercise and breathing control, related Melbourne
to tai chi. 9889 9999
info@taichiaustralia.com.au
taichiaustralia.com.au
52ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Pilates and older Various days $142 The Centre
adults exercise program and times concession 58 Errol Street,
Strengthen your core muscles and get per term North Melbourne
fit with pilates. Various levels available. 9328 1126
commdev@centre.org.au
centre.org.au
Prime Monday, Single-visit North Melbourne Recreation Centre
Get fit through a focus on resistance Wednesday or multi- 204-206 Arden Street,
training and functional strength and Friday, visit pass North Melbourne
activities. Designed for people 10am to 11am concession 9658 9444
60 and over. passes
nmrc@melbourne.vic.gov.au
available.
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Tai chi Thursday, First The Deck, Library at The Dock
Experience the calming qualities of 7.30am to 8.30am lesson 107 Victoria Harbour Promenade,
tai chi with a qualified instructor. free and Docklands
then $10 0407 941 101
per session
info@jinli.com.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 53WELLBEING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
GENTLE EXERCISE
Tai chi and afternoon tea Fourth Free Kathleen Syme Library
Experience the calming qualities Wednesday and Community Centre
of tai chi. This low impact session of the month, 251 Faraday Street,
will help you maintain harmony in 1pm to 2pm Carlton
mind and body while improving 9658 7305
mobility, balance and mental alertness. healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
Stick around after class for a light
melbourne.vic.gov.au
afternoon tea.
Tai chi and morning tea Thursday, $3 South Yarra Senior Citizens Centre
Experience the calming qualities 9am to 10am Fawkner Park,
of tai chi. Led by one of our highly 65 Toorak Rd West,
experienced instructors, this low South Yarra
impact activity will help you maintain 9820 2760
harmony in mind and body while healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
improving mobility, balance and
melbourne.vic.gov.au
mental alertness. Head inside after
the session and enjoy a light morning
tea among friends. During inclement
weather, sessions take place indoors.
54ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Tai chi for health Tuesday Free Federation Square
Experience the calming qualities 7.30am to 8.30am The Square, Corner of
of tai chi with a qualified instructor. Swanston and Flinders streets,
Please note these sessions are Melbourne
delivered by different providers. 9889 9999
info@taichiaustralia.com.au
taichiaustralia.com.au
Aqua Movers Timetable Various Kensington Recreation Centre
Join in simple water-based exercises is subject to fees Corner Kensington Road
designed for individuals of all levels of change. Please and Altona Street,
ability and mobility, aged 50 years contact the Kensington
and over. centre for the 9376 1633
latest timetable.
kensington@ymca.org.au
kensington.ymca.org.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 55WELLBEING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
GENTLE EXERCISE
Low-impact cardio Monday, Casual Carlton Baths
Get a healthy glow from this Wednesday $14.75 248 Rathdowne Street,
aerobic-style class aimed at and Friday, Free for Carlton
older people. 9am to 10am members. 9347 3677
Membership carltonbaths@ymca.org.au
from $11
carltonbaths.ymca.org.au
a week
GROUP FITNESS
Melbourne morning exercise group Monday to Various Royal Exhibition Building
Join this welcoming morning exercise Friday, 9.15am fees Museum Plaza
group and feel good for the rest of to 10.45am 9 Nicholson Street,
the day. Get to know each other Carlton
through learning and sharing 0432 625 876
dances and exercises as well
as regular performances in the
broader community.
56ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Pryme Movers Timetable subject Various Kensington Recreation Centre
Share in programmed physical to change. Please fees Corner Kensington Road
activities with others of a similar age contact the and Altona Street,
to keep you active and motivated. centre for the Kensington
latest timetable 9376 1633
kensington@ymca.org.au
kensington.ymca.org.au
Young at Heart Timetable Various Kensington Recreation Centre
Build strength and mobility while changes. Please fees Corner Kensington Road and
using a combination of bodyweight contact the Altona Street, Kensington
exercises and weights. Designed for centre for the 9376 1633
individuals of all levels of ability and latest timetable
kensington@ymca.org.au
mobility aged 50 years and over.
kensington.ymca.org.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 57WELLBEING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
OUTINGS
Bus trips Fourth Tuesday Concession The Centre,
Travel around Melbourne and to of every month cost is 58 Errol Street,
country areas within two hours except school $32 plus North Melbourne
of the city. holidays and $15 for 9328 1126
public holidays lunch
commdev@centre.org.au
centre.org.au
RECREATION CENTRES
Access recreation facilities and programs Daily. Casual and Carlton Baths
for people of all ages and fitness levels, Various times memb. 248 Rathdowne Street, Carlton
whether through memberships or casual available 9347 3677
visits, from one of the City of Melbourne
carltonbaths@ymca.org.au
recreation centres.
carltonbaths.ymca.org.au
Kensington Community
Recreation Centre
Corner Kensington Road
and Altona Street, Kensington
9376 1633
kensington@ymca.org.au
kensington.ymca.org.au
58ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Access recreation facilities and programs Daily. Casual and Melbourne City Baths
for people of all ages and fitness levels, Various times memb. 420 Swanston Street,
whether through memberships or casual available Melbourne
visits, from one of the City of Melbourne 9658 9011
recreation centres.
mcb@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
North Melbourne Community Centre
49/53 Buncle Street,
North Melbourne
9320 4700
nmcc@ymca.org.au
nmcc.ymca.org.au
North Melbourne Recreation Centre
204-206 Arden Street,
North Melbourne
9658 9444
nmrc@melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 59WELLBEING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
RELAXATION
Chair yoga Wednesday, $3 Kathleen Syme Library
Increase mobility and flexibility, 10.30am to and Community Centre
reduce stress and calm the mind with 11.30am 251 Faraday Street,
guided breathing techniques. Enjoy Carlton
the company of others in a social, 9658 7305
relaxed and supportive environment. healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
Please wear comfortable clothing.
melbourne.vic.gov.au
Boyd laughter club Tuesday, 6pm Free Boyd Community Hub
Immerse yourself in fun aerobic 207 City Road,
laughter for a natural high, to ramp Southbank
up your happiness meter, increase 0408 552 269
positivity and manage stress. This info@laughterclubsvic.org.au
class will enhance your mind, body
laughterclubsvic.org
and spirit.
60ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Docks laughter club First Saturday Free Buluk Park at The Dock
Immerse yourself in fun aerobic of the month, (front of library).
laughter for a natural high, to ramp 10am to 11am 107 Victoria Harbour Promenade,
up your happiness meter, increase Docklands
positivity and manage stress. This 0431 166 002
class will enhance your mind, body info@laughterclubsvic.org.au
and spirit. laughterclubsvic.org
Fawkner Park laughter club Third Saturday Free Fawkner Park, South Yarra.
Get together for a medicinal belly of the month, Directions: We meet in a shelter
laugh. Laughter can help to improve 10.30am approximately 150 meters from the
physical, mental, emotional, spiritual Armadale Street entrance (off St.
Kilda Road) - parking is available in
and social health. Armadale Street.
0431 166 002
info@laughterclubsvic.org.au
laughterclubsvic.org
Federation Square laughter club First and third Free The Atrium, Federation Square
Immerse yourself in fun aerobic laughter Sunday of the Melbourne
for a natural high, to ramp up your every month, 0431 166 002
happiness meter, increase positivity and 11am to 11.30am info@laughterclubsvic.org.au
manage stress. This class will enhance laughterclubsvic.org
your mind, body and spirit.
melbourne.vic.gov.au/seniors 61WELLBEING
ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
RELAXATION
Gentle exercise and meditation First, second Free East Melbourne Library
Move with gentle, low impact exercise and third Monday 122 George Street,
and meditation to improve your of the month. East Melbourne
mobility and suppleness. Experience 10.30am to 9658 9190
calmness achieved through various 11.30am
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
breathing and meditation techniques
melbourne.vic.gov.au
guided by our experienced instructor.
Gentle Yoga 1 July to 31 Gold coin Jean McKendry Neighbourhood
Experience an hour of gentle August - First and donation Centre, 91-111 Melrose Street,
stretching, breathing and relaxation second Monday North Melbourne
guided by our expert instructor. of the month. 9658 9190
Improve your physical and mental 1pm to 2pm.
healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au
wellbeing in a safe and inclusive
2 September to melbourne.vic.gov.au
environment. Exercises can be
modified to suit all abilities so 16 September
everyone is welcome. – Weekly on
Monday
62ACTIVITY DAY / TIME COST ADDRESS / CONTACT
Meditation Every Thursday Free Federation Square, The Atrium
Stay calm in the city, learn how to (Note: no Corner Swanston and Flinders streets.
maintain a peaceful attitude to life sessions in July Melbourne
and reduce daily stress. or January), 9655 1900
8am to 8.30am admin@calminthecity.org.au
calminthecity.org.au
Meditation Monday, 8.10pm $14.75 Carlton Baths
Learn how to maintain a calm, to 8.55pm casual. 248 Rathdowne Street,
peaceful attitude to life and reduce Free for Carlton
daily stress. members 9347 3677
Memb.
carltonbaths@ymca.org.au
from $11
per week carltonbaths.ymca.org.au
Meditation Tuesday, Free Federation Square
Escape the stress of city life to discover 12.30pm to 1pm Corner Flinders and Swanston Street,
the peace of meditation for yourself Melbourne
in these free , all-ages 30 minute 9670 6369
meditation sessions. Be guided through
simple meditations that relax the mind info@meditateinmelbourne.org
and body, leading to a deep experience meditateinmelbourne.org
of inner peace and contentment.
Beginners welcome. Drop in any week.
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