Positive Ageing Month

Over 55 woman in a flower hat holding a cup of tea

Positive Ageing Month is an annual celebration in October of people aged 55 and over.

In alignment with this year's theme, you can Learn, Love, Live - your best life through a variety of local events and activities across the Surf Coast Shire.

We look forward to celebrating Positive Ageing Month with you.

Find out what's happening one of three ways:

  1. Download a PDF of the Positive Ageing Month October Calendar(PDF, 299KB)   
  2. Open an image of the Positive Ageing Month October Calendar

3. View activities by township:

Anglesea and Aireys Inlet

Wiser Driver Graduates Reunion

Wednesday 4 October 1:30pm-3:45pm

Grant Pavilion, 11 Kuwarrk Lane Torquay

Gather to celebrate your graduation success with other graduates of the Wiser Driver, Wiser Walker, Wiser Traveller program.

Hear from guest speakers; learn about the program roll out across Surf Coast; hear some new updated road rules; do a fun evaluation activity; and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea.

A shuttle bus will be available in community for those who require transport support.

Bookings: info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au or 5261 0600


Seniors Community Luncheon

Join the Anglesea/Aireys Inlet Seniors Club for a delicious community lunch. Make connections and learn about the club, which is eager to welcome new members.

Thursday 5 October
11.30am to 3.30pm
Anglesea Bowls Club — 15 Cameron Road

Bookings: Heather Batson 5263 2326 or heddy.batson55@gmail.com

Angair Surf Coast Walk

A guided walk by Angair (Anglesea, Aireys Inlet Society for the Protection of Flora and Fauna) along a short stretch of the Surf Coast Walk, where you can witness beauty and indigenous flowers in full bloom.

Monday 9 October
10am to 11am
Jarosite Road, Torquay

Bookings: Angair President Sally White 0466 276 039

Anglesea and District Men’s Shed Open Day

Learn what the men’s shed is all about. Each day the Shedders will demonstrate the types of products made and equipment available for members.

Tuesday 17 October, Wednesday 18 October and Thursday 19 October                   

9am to 3pm   

15 Cameron Road, Anglesea

Bookings: Jeff Wilson 0474 748 792 or sec.angleseamensshed@gmail.com

Deans Marsh

Wiser Driver Graduates Reunion

Wednesday 4 October 1:30pm-3:45pm

Grant Pavilion, 11 Kuwarrk Lane Torquay

Gather to celebrate your graduation success with other graduates of the Wiser Driver, Wiser Walker, Wiser Traveller program.

Hear from guest speakers; learn about the program roll out across Surf Coast; hear some new updated road rules; do a fun evaluation activity; and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea.

A shuttle bus will be available in community for those who require transport support.

Bookings: info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au or 5261 0600

 

Movie, Music and Afternoon Tea at Deans Marsh

Enjoy afternoon tea and a screening of documentary The World At Her Feet, which shines a spotlight on locally-born and raise international opera star Marjorie Lawrence. Emerging musician Bella Reynolds will perform.

Thursday 12 October
2.15pm to 4.30pm
Deans Marsh Hall — 10 Penny Royal Valley Road  

Bookings: cottage@deansmarsh.org.au
Attendees will be asked to make a gold coin donation to Deans Marsh Community Cottage.

Lorne

Wiser Driver Graduates Reunion

Wednesday 4 October 1:30pm-3:45pm

Grant Pavilion, 11 Kuwarrk Lane Torquay

Gather to celebrate your graduation success with other graduates of the Wiser Driver, Wiser Walker, Wiser Traveller program.

Hear from guest speakers; learn about the program roll out across Surf Coast; hear some new updated road rules; do a fun evaluation activity; and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea.

A shuttle bus will be available in community for those who require transport support.

Bookings: info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au or 5261 0600


Have A Go At Bowls

Come try your hand at lawn bowls. All equipment and coaching will be provided, along with a BBQ lunch.

Wednesday 11 October
10.30am to 12.30pm
Lorne Bowls Club — 35 Mountjoy Parade

Bookings: Marilyn McKenzie secretary@lornebowlsclub.com.au

Lorne Kinder Village Play Time

Playdough, painting, story time, drawing, singing and dancing — a fun-filled morning awaits at this multi-generational event which will see younger and older community members connect.

Friday 13 October
10.30am to 12.30pm
Lorne Kindergarten — St Cuthbert’s Hall, 86 Mountjoy Parade

Bookings: Alanee 0402 030 342 or stcuthbertslorne@gmail.com

Lorne Men’s Shed Open Day

Come for a cuppa and a sausage sizzle, to learn what the shed is all about — from sharing skills and stories, to completing projects.

Tuesday 17 October
8.30am to 12.00pm
Lorne Men’s Shed — 45 Otway Street

Bookings: Bill 0408 123 677 or lornemensshed@gmail.com

Torquay

Wiser Driver Graduates Reunion

Wednesday 4 October 1:30pm-3:45pm

Grant Pavilion, 11 Kuwarrk Lane Torquay

Gather to celebrate your graduation success with other graduates of the Wiser Driver, Wiser Walker, Wiser Traveller program.

Hear from guest speakers; learn about the program roll out across Surf Coast; hear some new updated road rules; do a fun evaluation activity; and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea.

A shuttle bus will be available in community for those who require transport support.

Bookings: info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au or 5261 0600

 

Wiser Walker, Wiser Traveller Course

Learn about a wide range of transport options and support services to ensure you remain mobile, travel confidently and stay connected to community.

Friday 6 October, 20 October and 27 October
10am to 2pm
Council office — 1 Merrijig Drive, Torquay

Bookings: info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au or 5261 0600

Angair Surf Coast Walk

A guided walk by Angair (Anglesea, Aireys Inlet Society for the Protection of Flora and Fauna) along a short stretch of the Surf Coast Walk, where you can witness beauty and indigenous flowers in full bloom.

Monday 9 October
10am to 11am
Jarosite Road, Torquay

Bookings: Angair President Sally White 0466 276 039

Torquay Community Luncheon

A multi-generational event with Torquay Community House, Surf Coast Secondary College, Art of the Minds and Feed Me Surf Coast, to celebrate Positive Ageing Month and Mental Health Week.

Tuesday 10 October
12pm to 2.30pm
Torquay Senior Citizens Centre — 16 Price Street

Bookings: info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au or 5261 0600

A shuttle bus will be available to transport participants to and from the venue.

Torquay Women’s Sharing Shed and Torquay Men’s Shed Open Day

Come for a cuppa and a chat, to learn what these local sheds are all about - from sharing skills and stories, to woodworking and gardening.

Tuesday 17 October
8.30am to 12.30pm
Torquay Women’s and Men’s Shed — 18 Price Street

Bookings: Women’s Shed - Cindy Powers 0437 620 450 or Men’s Shed Ian Mathieson 0438 822 157

A shuttle bus will be available to transport participants to and from the venue.


U3A Introduction Day

Join a morning tea to learn about all that’s on offer at U3A - a community for people who are semi-retired or retired and looking for social and learning opportunities.

Tuesday 17 October
9.30am to 11.30am
Torquay Improvement Association — 8/12 Price Street

Bookings: through sponsor Kings Funerals rsvp@kingsfunerals.com.au or 5248 3444


Fun, Games & Creamy Scones with Probus Clubs

A fun afternoon of games - including cards and mah-jong - and a photograph display, all while enjoying scones and cream for afternoon tea.

Tuesday 24 October
2.30pm to 4pm
Oaktree Place — 24 Anderson Street, Torquay

Bookings: Jane Skelton 0400 190 580

Winchelsea

Wiser Driver Graduates Reunion

Wednesday 4 October 1:30pm-3:45pm

Grant Pavilion, 11 Kuwarrk Lane Torquay

Gather to celebrate your graduation success with other graduates of the Wiser Driver, Wiser Walker, Wiser Traveller program.

Hear from guest speakers; learn about the program roll out across Surf Coast; hear some new updated road rules; do a fun evaluation activity; and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea.

A shuttle bus will be available in community for those who require transport support.

Bookings: info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au or 5261 0600


Winchelsea Men’s Shed Open Day

Learn what the men’s shed is all about with a tour of the shed, and a wander through the community garden. A sausage sizzle will be held from 11.30am to 2pm.

Wednesday 18 October
9.30am to 3.30pm
Winchelsea Men’s Shed - 51 Hesse Street

Bookings: Ray 0407 839 139 or winchmensshed@gmail.com


Hinterland Movie Club presents The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

A combined event with Deans Marsh and Moriac communities, hosted by Winchelsea Movie Club. Watch The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and enjoy afternoon tea.

Monday 23 October
1.30pm to 4.30pm
Winchelsea Shire Hall - 28 Hesse Street

Bookings: Lyn Batson 0419 500 353 or lbato@bigpond.com or Jenny Mathison 0409 672 054

A shuttle bus driven by a Shebah/Ridesafe driver will do a pick-up (1pm) and drop-off (4.30pm) from Moriac Community Centre.

Attendees will be asked to make a gold coin donation to Winchelsea Op Shop.


Victorian Seniors Festival returns this October

Senior Victorians are invited to enjoy a full range of events, activities, and free travel when the 2023 Victorian Seniors Festival kicks off this October.

There are more than one million people aged over 60 who call Victoria home. The Victorian Seniors Festival is a Victorian Government initiative to support and celebrate their diverse contributions.

To support Victorians with joining the festivities, Victorian Seniors Card holders can enjoy eight days of free public transport throughout Victoria from 1 to 8 October 2023. Free travel will be available across all metropolitan services, V/Line train and coach services, and selected regional bus services outside of the myki-enabled area.

The Victorian Seniors Festival is proudly supported by all 79 local councils across the state, as well as community groups and organisations.