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Victorian Seniors FestivalOctober 8 - 15, 2017

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Welcome

The City of Greater Bendigo is proud to support the 35th Victorian Seniors Festival, which takes place from October 8 – 15, 2017.

Council’s vision is for Greater Bendigo to be the world’s most liveable community and events such as the Seniors Festival contribute to achieving this goal.

The Seniors Festival is designed to celebrate you and the wonderful contribution of older Australians to our community. I hope you embrace this opportunity to join with friends and enjoy the program of events on offer.

Highlights of the program include the opening event, the Honey B and the Stingers performance at the Capital Theatre. This band is not to be missed by people who are passionate about music from the 1950s and 1960s.

Other events include a tour of the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion, Bendigo Laughter Club at Ewing Park, collection highlights tour and hand stitching workshops at Bendigo Art Gallery, and health and wellbeing classes at Z Fit Studios.

There is something for everyone. Enjoy the festival.

Mayor Cr Margaret O’Rourke City of Greater Bendigo

8 days of free public transport

As a Victorian Seniors card holder, you can get out and explore metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria with free travel from October 8 - 15.

Metropolitan Melbourne trains, trams, buses and regional town bus services8 days Sunday October 8 to Sunday October 15

V/Line trains and buses6 days Monday October 9 Tuesday October 10 Wednesday October 11 Thursday October 12 Saturday October 13 Sunday October 14

PTV HUB

If you need assistance with public transport, the Public Transport Victoria Hub can assist you.

Open Monday to Saturday at the Bendigo Marketplace.

P: 0435 266 321

E: [email protected]

www.ptv.vic.gov.au


Free hearing checks for seniors!

National Hearing Care

All Seniors should have their hearing checked every two years.

There are so many ways you can improve your hearing health, so start early.

Running for the whole of October

Where: 273 Lyttleton Terrace, Bendigo

Cost: Free

Contact: 8588 6133 or [email protected]

Eaglehawk Hearing Clinic

Where: 13 High Street, Eaglehawk

Time: October 9 to 13, 9am to 4pm

Cost: Free, bookings essential

Contact 5446 3399 or [email protected]

Home Support Services

The aim of the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) is to help older people stay independent and in their homes and communities for longer. These services provide basic support and maintenance to people living at home.

An assessment is required to determine a person’s eligibility to receive services. To receive a living at home assessment please contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422.

Services provided within this program include:

• Domestic Assistance: Supports a safe and hygienic environment in the home

• Home Maintenance: Assists with maintaining the home in a safe and habitable condition

• Personal Care: Assists with personal hygiene

• Social Support: Social, intellectual, physical and emotional stimulation in group activities

• Respite Care: Provides carers with in-home respite from their caring responsibilities

• Men In Sheds Social Support: Opportunity for men to get together for woodwork and social purposes

• Food Services: Nutritious and diet specific meals delivered to the home

• Volunteer Visiting Program: Designed to link clients with volunteers who visit their homes

For more information about Home Support Services please contact our Home Support Team on 03 4408 6560.


MONDAY OCTOBER 9

Honey B and the Stingers (opening event)

If you’re passionate about 50’s and 60’s music, you’ll be in jukebox heaven listening to the sounds of this truly authentic rock ‘n’ roll band.

From the moment the first chord is struck, their vitality and energy will be transmitted throughout the audience, and you know you’re in for a great night of entertainment.

Where: The Capital Theatre

Time: 11am

Cost: $6

Contact: 5434 6100

Bendigo Cemetery Tour ‘You’re Welcome’

Guided tour of Bendigo Cemetery. Step back in time to thank all the service men and women who did so much for our region.

Where: Bendigo Remembrance Park, 70 Carpenter Street, Quarry Hill

Time: 11am

Cost $10


SATURDAY OCTOBER 7

Bendigo Laughter Club

Laughter is good for all ages. It’s fun and free. We meet at rain, hail or shine, followed by morning tea and a chat.

Where: Ewing Park, off Williamson and Brougham Streets, Bendigo

Time: 8.30am to 9am

Cost: Free



TUESDAY OCTOBER 10

Collection Highlights

Explore highlights from the permanent collection with one of our volunteer Gallery Guides. From historical through to contemporary, enjoy a conversation about a wide range of works on display.

Where: Bendigo Art Gallery, View Street, Bendigo

Time: 11am and 2pm

Cost: Free


MONDAY OCTOBER 9

Smoke Alarm Battery Replacement

In conjunction with daylight savings Bushfire Foundation Inc. is offering battery replacement and cleaning for all seniors’ card holders at your home.

Time: 10am to 2pm

Cost: $5

Contact: 0424 970 190 or [email protected]


TUESDAY OCTOBER 10

You’re Welcome at Atisha Centre and The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion - Bendigo

Tour of the Great Stupa. Light Lunch and refreshments and tour of Atisha Centre and talk by senior teacher Geshe Rabten - “Living Well, Dying Well”

Where: Atisha Centre, 25 Sandhurst Town Road, Myers Flat

Time: From 10.30am

Cost $15 (includes tours, lunch, tea and coffee)

Contact: 5446 3336 or www.atishacentre.org.au, RSVP by October 5. Limited accommodation available at Atisha Centre.

TUESDAY OCTOBER 10

Health & Wellbeing through Dance

Enjoy a 45 minute Zumba Gold session with Z Fit Studios. Perfect for active older adults looking for a modified Zumba® class with moves you love at a lower-intensity.

Where: 100 Hattam Street, Golden Square

Time: 9.30am

Cost: Free



TUESDAY OCTOBER 10

Doing things at Bendigo U3A

Join us in a range of activities at U3A’s annual open day. The theme of Open Day is Doing Things and there will be a range of activities on display for visitors to see and try out.

Showcasing sewing, knitting, tapestry and other handicrafts AND music by the U3A choir and guitar group.

Where: U3A office at St Mary’s Anglican Church, Kangaroo Flat, entry through rear (corner of Church and Banks Street)

Time: 10.30am to 3pm

Cost: Free

Contact: For more information visit u3abendigo.com




Time: 11am and 2pm

Cost: Free


TUESDAY OCTOBER 10

Hand Stitching Workshop

Join Julie Red from Julie Red Projects to explore embroidery and hand stitching techniques in a relaxed and social environment, and create your own personalised product during this workshop. Beginners through to experienced catered for, all welcome. BYO cushion cover or pillow case.


Time: 10.30am to 3.30pm (lunch not included)

Cost: Seniors $18. Bookings essential



WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 11

A Pleasant Afternoon – Performance

Enjoy a terrific musical performance by students from Bendigo Senior Secondary College followed by afternoon tea as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival.


Time: 2pm to 3.30pm

Cost: $3 seniors, $4 non-seniors. Companion card accepted. Bookings essential


You’re Welcome - Celebrating our LGBTI Elders, friends and allies

A high Tea event to celebrate our LGBTI Elders, friends and allies. Exciting guest speakers, entertainment and service providers will come together for a fabulous morning.

Where: Bendigo Bank Theatre, 50 View Street Bendigo

Time: 10.30am to 1.30pm

Cost: Free, bookings essential

Contact: 5434 6100


Phoenix FM Open Day

Join us on-air to talk about your lives and anything you find interesting

Enjoy a sausage sizzle with tea/coffee. All welcome.

Where: Pheonix FM studio, Reservoir Road, Kennington

Time: 10am

Cost: Free




Health & Wellbeing through Yoga

Come and enjoy a 45 minute Yoga session with Z Fit Studios.

Perfect for older adults looking for a modified yoga class. Focuses on all fitness elements including: muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance.

Where: 100 Hattam Street, Golden Square

Time: 10.30am

Cost: Free



Trial by Jury

Local theatrical company performs Gilbert and Sullivan’s Trial by Jury.

Where: St Paul’s Cathedral, Myers Street, Bendigo

Time: 8pm

Cost: $20

Contact: Loretta Gibson 0418 451 364 or [email protected]

iDance Seniors Dance Class

Learn how to do all of the favourite dances for your regular dance hall functions and keep the mind and body active.

Where: 161-167 Barnard Street, Bendigo

Time: 1pm to 2pm followed by coffee and biscuits

Cost: $5

Contact: Phone: 0405 622 023 Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/idancebendigo Web: www.idance.com.au


THURSDAY OCTOBER 12

Drawing Workshop

Explore your creative side and enjoy a drawing workshop with artist Michael Needham in the relaxed environment of the Gallery. Numbers are limited for this event, suitable for all levels of ability.


Time: 10am to 2.30pm

Cost: Seniors $12. Bookings essential


THURSDAY OCTOBER 12

Trial by Jury


Where: St Paul’s Cathedral, Myers Street, Bendigo

Time: 8pm

Cost: $20


Ageless Grace®

Ageless Grace is a wellness program that challenges yet nourishes the brain/ body connection to keep you thinking and moving on a whole new level.

Where: Bill Crawford Pavillion (Canterbury Oval), Corner of Simpsons Road and Fry’s Lane, Eaglehawk

Time: 9.30am

Cost: Gold coin donation

Contact: 0400 826 776


THURSDAY OCTOBER 12

Come and Try Bowls

All abilities welcome. Wear flat shoes. Afternoon tea provided.

Where: Bendigo VRI Bowling Club, 126-130 Mitchell Street, Bendigo (next to the station bus stop)

Time: 1pm to 3pm

Cost: Free

Contact: Marjorie 5447 9639, 0429 855 187 or email [email protected]

THURSDAY OCTOBER 12

Hearing Australia Bus

Come and have your hearing checked for free in our hearing bus.

Where: Parked out the front of the Bendigo Library in Lyttleton Terrace

Time: 9am to 4pm

Cost: Free. No bookings required

Contact: 5454 1400


FRIDAY OCTOBER 13

Bendigo Radio Controlled Aircraft Club’s, Seniors Day

Friday flying sessions for their seniors who love aeroplanes. Join us to see and learn about the club and how it operates flying Radio Controlled Aircraft, (weather permitting).

A light luncheon will be had at midday. Plenty of chairs for seating and good toilet facilities available, but please note there is no disabled facilities available.

Where: Marong Flying Field, 2km west of the Marong Golf course on Highway B240

Time: 10am

Cost: $10 per person

Contact: 5443 8681 after 2pm weekdays or [email protected]

FRIDAY OCTOBER 13

Trial by Jury


Where: St Paul’s Cathedral. Myers Street, Bendigo

Time: 8pm

Cost: $20


Are you due for a breast check?

Come to Bendigo Breastscreen and find out more about your breast health. A Presentation will be followed by time to have a breastscreen and ask questions. Refreshments provided.

Where: Bendigo Breastscreen, 375 Barnard Street, Bendigo

Time: 10.30am to 12.30pm

Cost: Free. Bookings required

Contact: 5441 6850


SATURDAY OCTOBER 14

Film Screening

Revisit this memorable drama produced and directed by Cecil B DeMille, starring Hedy Lamarr, and featuring the costumes of Edith Head.

Where: La Trobe Art Institute, 121 View Street, Bendigo

Time: 12pm

Cost: Free

Contact: 5434 6088 or [email protected] Limited places, no bookings.

Greater Bendigo Danceland Inc.

Old time and New Vogue Dancing every Saturday.

All dancers and non-dancers are welcome to come along and enjoy a night of dancing and socialising in a friendly atmosphere.

Supper provided. Lucky door, raffle and other prizes.

Where: St Andrews Uniting Church Hall, Myers Street, Bendigo

Time: 8pm

Cost: $8


FRIDAY OCTOBER 13

Ageless Grace


Where: Sharkey Mobility Aids, 73 Short Street, Kangaroo Flat

Time: 2pm


Contact: 0400 826 776




Time: 11am and 2pm

Cost: Free



SATURDAY OCTOBER 14

Bendigo Laughter Club

Laughter is good for all ages. It’s fun and free

We meet rain, hail or shine, followed by morning tea and a chat.

Where: Ewing Park, off Williamson and Brougham Streets, Bendigo

Time: 8.30am to 9am

Cost: Free


Ageless Grace


Where: Eaglehawk Uniting Church, Corner of Peg leg Road and Kirkwood Road, Eaglehawk

Time: 2pm


Contact: 0400 826 776

SATURDAY OCTOBER 14

Golf Croquet - Come & Try

Golf Croquet is a low impact, fun game for all ages. Choose to just have a hit and giggle or take it to the max and work on your game. Coaches can help.

Where: Eaglehawk Croquet Club, 20-26 Napier Street, Eaglehawk (next to Peter Krenz)

Time: 9.45am

Cost: Free

Contact: 5446 8650 or 0418 587 102 or [email protected]


SATURDAY OCTOBER 14

Spring Gully Saturday Night Dance

Social dancing with fabulous music by organist Rod McKenzie. Great program of dances selected from both old time and new vogue.

Supper, raffle and prizes

Where: Spring Gully Hall, 135 Spring Gully Road, Spring Gully

Time: 8pm

Cost: $9


SATURDAY OCTOBER 14




Time: 11am and 2pm

Cost: Free



SUNDAY OCTOBER 15

Crusoe Reservoir Discovery - Nature in Your Backyard

Discover life in these urban nature parks. Enjoy a talk and short walk led by Crusoe Park Ranger and Friends of Crusoe Reservoir and No.7 Park community group.

Morning tea provided.

Where: No. 7 Park, Granter Street, Kangaroo Flat. Meet at car park entry to Crusoe Reservoir, Crusoe Road, Kangaroo Flat.

Wet weather arrangements: Meet at the undercover picnic area at car park.

Wide gravel paths are flat and suitable for wheelchairs and motorised scooters.

Time: 10am to 12noon

Cost: Free

Contact: Crusoe Park Ranger, Blair Venn, 0427 844 177 or [email protected]

SUNDAY OCTOBER 15

Bendigo Seniors Concert

Bendigo and District Concert Band will perform a community singalong with the theme “Tropical.” Wear colourful clothing to be part of it.

Afternoon tea provided.

Where: Kangaroo Flat Uniting Church, Church and Camp Streets, Kangaroo Flat

Time: 2pm to 4pm




OTHER EVENTS


Free Hearing Checks

All Seniors should have their hearing checked every two years.

Take advantage of this offer at Heathcote Health.

Where: Heathcote Health, 39 Hospital Street, Heathcote

Time: 9am to 12noon

Cost: Free. Bookings essential


Welcome Luncheon - Celebrating our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders and friends

A welcome to country will set the scene for a marvellous lunch together with entertainment provided by Ron and Sarah Murray with some traditional activities to be completed by guests.

Where: Ulumbarra theatre foyer, Gaol Road, Bendigo

Time: 10am to 2pm

Cost: Free. Bookings essential

Contact: 5434 6100

34 Victorian Seniors Week - it’s your time!

TUESDAY OCTOBER 24

A conversation with the Commissioner

Come along and chat with the Commissioner for Senior Victorians about later life and any other topic of interest to you. Topics include planning for your future, staying connected, social and community participation, and your voice – what’s on your mind?

Where: Bendigo Town Hall

Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm

Cost: Free

Contact: 1300 135 090

OCTOBER 8 - 15, 2017

Contact us

City of Greater Bendigo

195-229 Lyttleton Terrace, BendigoPO Box 733, Bendigo Vic 3552Ph: 03 5434 6000Fax: 03 5434 6200Email: [email protected] www.bendigo.vic.gov.au

Operating hours Monday to Friday: 8.30am – 5pm

If you are deaf, hearing or speech impaired please contact us through the National Relay Service and ask for 03 5434 6000:• TTY users phone 133 677• Speak and Listen users phone 1300 555 727• Internet Relay users connect to www.relayservice.com.au

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