Festival of Our Age Celebrating Positive Healthy Ageing

WA Seniors Week

In recognition of WA Seniors Week, we are working with stakeholders to host the (Festival of Our Age: Celebrating Positive Healthy Ageing) during the week of 11 - 15 November 2024. 

This festival is an opportunity to get together to support positive ageing and celebrate the incredible contribution that older people make to our community! Please help us spread the word about the events with those who may not access the internet or social media.

All events listed below are free. Please note, some events require RSVP's or tickets. 

The Shire is pleased to partner with Augusta CRC to provide events in Augusta, and we are grateful to Arts Margaret River for their generous support of the film screening and Expo. We would like to thank the stakeholders who have contributed their ideas and expertise to the event concept and planning process, and all our older community members who shared their input into what they'd like to see. 

We hope to see you at one of the Festival events - whether you're an older person, supporting or caring for an older person, or you'll one day be an older person!

Event Program

Monday 11 November 

• Young@HEART - 10am to 11am at Nala Bardip Mia - Margaret River HEART. The Young@HEART music program is held every Monday morning and features free performances. This week, enjoy the talents of Asha Henry (flute/vocals) and Kevin McDonald (guitar). Booking is not required. 

Tuesday 12 November

• Come along and explore the basic requirements and things to consider when making a binding legally effective Will. This session is being facilitated by Kirstine Forestier from Sou' West Legal Services. Join us at the Augusta CRC from 10am to 1pm. Morning tea will be provided. To register, please contact the Augusta CRC on (08) 9758 0002.

Wednesday 13 November

• Curious about Pilates or Aquarobics? Come along and try a free session at Nala Waabi Mia - Margaret River Recreation Centre. Aqua classes are 7.30am or 10.30am, and Pilates is 10.30am. For more information and to book your spot, contact the Margaret River Recreation Centre on (08) 9780 5620. 
• Try a free Dru Yoga introductory course with morning tea at the Augusta CRC at 10am to 11am. To register, please contact the Augusta CRC on (08) 9758 0002. 
• Join us for a film screening at Nala Bardip Mia - Margaret River HEART at 2pm. Revelation Perth International Film Festival is thrilled to showcase a selection of short films that celebrate the positivity of ageing. This includes Life in Pictures - a collection of short films created by amateur filmmakers as part of a collaboration with the Department of Communities, aimed at combatting ageism. This event is supported by Arts Margaret River - for more information and tickets, please click here.

Thursday 14 November

• Remember When Story Time is on from 2pm to 3pm at Nala Kaatajiin Mia - Margaret River Library. This interactive session is for older adults to share their life stories, experiences and memories. We welcome everyone, particularly those with dementia and their carers and families, including children. This session is led by Leisa Prangnell and the Margaret River TAFE Certificate III Individual Support students. Please RSVP via email to [email protected] or phone (08) 9780 5600. 
• Join us for a film screening at the Augusta CRC at 10am. Revelation Perth International Film Festival is thrilled to showcase a selection of short films that celebrate the positivity of ageing. This includes Life in Pictures – a collection of short films created by amateur filmmakers as part of a collaboration with the Department of Communities, aimed at combatting ageism. To register, please contact the Augusta CRC on (08) 9758 0002. Please note: this film screening will be showing the same films as the Wednesday screening at Margaret River HEART.  

Friday 15 November

• Featuring guest speakers, information stalls, entertainment and movement opportunities including Tai Chi and Swing Dancing lessons, don't miss the Festival of Our Age Expo at Nala Bardip Mia - Margaret River HEART, running from 10am to 2pm. To view the Expo program and book into sessions, click here. 

Monday 25 November

• SeamTogether aims to create connections to our clothing and spark ideas of how to transform garments or fix them to give them new life. Part performance - part making space, SeamTogether fuses comic performance, audio stories and audience participation to create a hands-on experience for all ages, celebrate stories and promote social change. Registration is required, and there are four session times available during the day at Nala Bardip Mia - Margaret River HEART. 

Download the event program below: