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The Northern Beaches offers seniors a diverse range of educational and volunteer opportunities, and social and exercise activities to help keep you active, engaged, and connected with your community.

Northern Beaches Seniors Directory

The best place to start researching activities for seniors is in our Seniors Directory. Copies of the Directory are available from Council customer service centres, libraries and community centres. 

Alternatively contact our Community Development Team (Seniors) on 8495 6618 or seniors@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.

Education and leisure

There are a number of education and leisure activities on the Northern Beaches. These include art, craft and hobby groups, cards and board games, computer groups, and education and learning on a range of topics including history, photography, technology and languages. View the list in the Seniors Directory

Fitness and exercise

Organised activities include aqua fitness, bowls, croquet, table tennis, Lifeball, gentle exercise, walking groups, and various styles of dancing. View the list in the Seniors Directory

You can search for exercise programs for seniors in your area on the NSW Health Active & Healthy website.

We also have seniors programs at the Warringah Aquatic Centre and Manly "Andrew Boy Charlton" Fitness Centre.

Social clubs and outings

Social connection is of vital importance at any age and particularly so as we get older. There are plenty of options on offer including seniors clubs, Aboriginal and multicultural groups, luncheon clubs, and service clubs. View the list in the Seniors Directory

Volunteering

Council's volunteer programs are a great way to be in involved in your local community.  View our list of community volunteer opportunities.

More information

Contact our Community Development Team (Seniors) on 8495 6618 or seniors@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

What's on?

The events below have been curated for seniors - see the full What’s On Event Calendar

Mon 2 Dec
Mon 3 Mar
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Adult Summer Reading Bingo

Challenge yourself this Summer! Collect your Adult Summer Reading Bingo booklet from the Library to discover new and fun reads all summer long. Suitable for ages 16+
Council Events, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Seniors, Youth
Thu 16 Jan
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
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Government digital support sessions at Warringah Mall

Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 23 Jan
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
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Age Care Information Session at Dee Why

Learn about aged care options through Services Australia.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Road Dee Why
Council Events, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Tue 4 Feb
Tue 8 Apr
DanceMoves for Carers

DanceMoves for Carers

Free Classes for Caregivers
Forestville Community Arts Centre 6 Darley Street Forestville
Community Group, Health and Wellbeing, Music and Dance, Seniors
Wed 5 Feb
Wed 9 Apr
DanceMoves for Carers

DanceMoves for Carers

Free Classes for Caregivers
Mona Vale Memorial Hall 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Community Group, Health and Wellbeing, Music and Dance, Seniors
Thu 20 Feb
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
People standing holding mobile devices

Government digital support sessions at Warringah Mall

Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 27 Feb
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
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Age Pension Information Session at Forestville

Learn about age pension support for older Australians at our free information session presented by Services Australia.
Forestville Library, 6 Darley Street Forestville
Council Events, Education and Learning, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Tue 4 Mar
11.00 AM - 12.30 PM
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Dementia Support Information Session at Glen Street Library

Learn dementia-friendly skills from the Northern Beaches Dementia Alliance and find out about free services to support unpaid Carers of a person living with Dementia.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen St and Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Seniors Festival, Disability, Education and Learning, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Wed 5 Mar
1.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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NDIS Information Session at Warringah Mall

Join Uniting Local Area Coordination, your NDIS Partner in the community, for a presentation on eligibility and pathways.
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Road Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Wed 26 Mar
1.30 PM - 3.00 PM
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Dementia Support Information Session at Warringah Mall Library

Learn dementia-friendly skills from the Northern Beaches Dementia Alliance and find out about free services to support unpaid Carers of a person living with Dementia.
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Road Brookvale
Council Events, Seniors Festival, Disability, Education and Learning, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 27 Mar
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
People standing holding mobile devices

Government digital support sessions at Warringah Mall

Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 10 Apr
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
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Income Streams Information Session at Glen Street

Learn how to understand various income streams and options at this free presentation by Services Australia.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Education and Learning, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 17 Apr
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
People standing holding mobile devices

Government digital support sessions at Warringah Mall

Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 15 May
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
People standing holding mobile devices

Government digital support sessions at Warringah Mall

Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Fri 23 May
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
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Accommodation Options Information Session at Mona Vale

Learn about the accommodation options available as you age at our free information session presented by Services Australia.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 29 May
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM

Scams Awareness Information Session at Forestville

Learn more about scams awareness at our free information session presented by Services Australia.
Forestville Library 6 Darley Street Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Education and Learning, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 19 Jun
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
People standing holding mobile devices

Government digital support sessions at Warringah Mall

Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Fri 27 Jun
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Young healthcare worker talking to seniors during lunch at nursing home

Age Care Information Session at Warringah Mall

Learn about the options available in Age Care at our free information session presented by Services Australia.
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors