Seniors Festival 2025: BMH Tour and Service Stalls Expo
Published on 24 February 2025
Bellingen Shire Council is once again celebrating NSW Seniors Festival — the largest seniors festival in the southern hemisphere. By presenting a range of free activities for older community members, the festival welcomes seniors over 60, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples over 50, and people over 50 with a lifelong disability. Carers of seniors are encouraged to attend and take part in the celebrations.
A key highlight of this year’s festival is the Bellingen Memorial Hall event scheduled for Thursday, 6 March, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. This event will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to explore the venue’s enhanced facilities, enjoy a complimentary morning tea and connect with local services.
Bellingen Shire Mayor, Cr Steve Allan highlighted the importance of the event stating, "The Bellingen Memorial Hall has long been a hub for community connection and cultural events. The upgraded Hall ensures accessibility and continues to serve as a vital community space. The tour and Seniors Services Expo provide a great opportunity for exploration of the new facilities and connection with valuable local support services, as well as each other over a complimentary morning tea.”
The guided tour will showcase the extensive renovations at the Memorial Hall, including backstage areas, the new studio space, kitchenette, green rooms, recovery centre amenities, access lift, car park, deck, and the main hall. Visitors will also experience the venue’s impressive new features, such as an 8 x 5.5m screen, advanced audiovisual capabilities, and brand-new tiered seating. Tours will be offered at 10:30 am and 11:30 am.
The Seniors Services Expo brings together a wide range of organisations offering valuable information and support for older residents. Representatives from Harbour at Home, Community Transport, CareXCell, Home Instead, Carers NSW, EACH Carefinder Program, the Department of Health and Aged Care, Services Australia, Mission Australia, Lifetime Connect, Dementia Australia, Service NSW, SES, Mid North Coast Legal, Rural Assistance Authority, and many more will be available to provide expert advice and resources.
Service NSW will also offer guidance on driver’s licensing, rebates and concessions, Seniors Card benefits, Savings Finder appointments, and other essential support services.
Enjoy a complimentary morning tea from the renowned Peaches Patisserie while you connect with local service providers and discover new community resources. Whether you are new to the area or a long-time local, this is a fantastic opportunity to explore the services available, meet like-minded people and celebrate the vibrant seniors' community in Bellingen Shire.
Council extends a warm invitation to all seniors in the community to participate in this event and make the most of this enriching experience. Your presence will undoubtedly contribute to the success of the festival, and we look forward to celebrating with you.
Event Details:
- Thursday, 6 March 2025
- Bellingen Memorial Hall
- 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
All festival events are free and require booking in advance. For more information and to view the full calendar of events, visit Council’s website www.bellingen.nsw.gov.au/Community/Community-Support/Ageing-well/Seniors-Festival or contact Council’s Community Partnerships Team on 6655 7300 or community@bellingen.nsw.gov.au