Seniors across the Queanbeyan LGA can make new friends, do fun activities and learn about different services through Seniors Week.
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The annual event is up and running once again after restrictions, with pop-up expos around the area and across the Tablelands.
"It's fantastic to be able to get back out to our senior community with these events," said Mayor Kenrick Winchester.
"After a tough few years restricting community events and connection, it's so important to take care of older people in our families and our region by providing them these opportunities to get out, meet new people and access these services."
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Senior residents can head over to the National Braidwood Theatre on March 31 for an expo full of activities like tango dance demonstrations, well-form movement demonstrations showcasing from local groups and tai chi.
These activities will take place from 9am to 3pm and free transport has been arranged for Araluen and Nerriga residents to attend.
Enjoy some finska, giant chess, and do tai chi at the Carrington Inn expo in Bungendore on April 4, from 9am to 3pm.
Free transport from the Queanbeyan bus station to Bungendore on 4 April has also been arranged, with seats still available.
Residents can book free transport by emailing cristina.dejongh@qprc.nsw.gov.au.
Seniors can also discover a range of free giveaways at the Riverside Plaza from 9am to 3pm on April 7.
Lunch and morning tea is on offer at all of the events.
Groups, organisations and service providers like Service NSW, NSW Health, Council of the Ageing, Men's Sheds, Lions and Rotary clubs, the Queanbeyan Croquet Club ands aged care facilities will be present across the events.
Event enquiries can also be sent to Cristina.dejongh@qprc.nsw.gov.au.
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