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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

Thu 10 Jul
1.00 PM - 2.30 PM
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NAIDOC Week Talk with the Aboriginal Heritage Office

Join the Aboriginal Heritage Office for a talk and visual presentation to learn and connect with your local history and culture.
Mona Vale Creative Space - Gallery, 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Council Events, Education and Learning, NAIDOC Week, Seniors
Wed 23 Jul
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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Local Author: Bruce Mitchell

Join local author Bruce Mitchell as he introduces Ben Laidlaw and the Smiling Corpse, the first in his Ben Laidlaw series of three murder mystery novellas.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Road Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Thu 24 Jul
1.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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Age Pension Information Session at Warringah Mall Library

Learn about age pension support for older Australians at our free information session presented by Services Australia.
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 24 Jul
2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
A hand holding a house cutout with sunset shining through a sun sillouette

Solar and Energy Roadshow at Manly Library

Drop in to Manly Library and learn how to reduce your energy bill with Council's Sustainability team.
Manly Library 1 Market Lane Manly
Sustainability information session, Council Events, Solar events, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Library Government Services Series, Seniors, Solar Roadshow
Fri 25 Jul
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night performer

Open Mic Night

Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Mon 28 Jul
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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Archibald Mosman with Dimity Mortensen

Join local author Dimity Mortensen as she discusses her newest biography, Archibald Mosman: The Field of the faithful Man.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Thu 31 Jul
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
Tue 5 Aug
2.00 PM - 3.30 PM
Old Photograph of a family on the beach

Family History Workshop at Mona Vale

Curious about your family history but not sure where to start? Join the Local History team as we celebrate National Family History Month with an introductory workshop.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Tue 12 Aug
12.00 PM - 2.00 PM
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Solar & Energy Roadshow - Tramshed Narrabeen

Drop in to the Tramshed and learn how to reduce your energy bill with Council’s Sustainability Team.
Tramshed Arts and Community Centre, 1395A Pittwater Road, Narrabeen
Sustainability information session, Children and Families, Council Events, Solar events, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Seniors, Solar Roadshow
Tue 12 Aug
2.00 PM - 3.30 PM
Old Photograph of a family on the beach

Family History Workshop at Warringah Mall

Curious about your family history but not sure where to start? Join the Local History team as we celebrate National Family History Month with an introductory workshop.
Warringah Mall Library, Level 2, Shop 650 / 145 Old Pittwater Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Tue 19 Aug
2.00 PM - 3.30 PM
Old Photograph of a family on the beach

Family History Workshop at Glen Street

Curious about your family history but not sure where to start? Join the Local History team as we celebrate National Family History Month with an introductory workshop.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Road Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Fri 22 Aug
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night performer

Open Mic Night

Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Tue 26 Aug
2.00 PM - 3.30 PM
Old Photograph of a family on the beach

Family History Workshop at Manly

Curious about your family history but not sure where to start? Join the Local History team as we celebrate National Family History Month with an introductory workshop.
Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Thu 4 Sep
11.00 AM - 1.00 PM
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Dementia Support Information Session at Mona Vale 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.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Tue 9 Sep
1.30 PM - 3.30 PM
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NDIS Information Session at Glen Street Library

Join Uniting Local Area Coordination, your NDIS Partner in the community, for a presentation on eligibility and pathways.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd, Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 11 Sep
11.30 AM - 1.30 PM
A smiling man sitting in his wheelchair in an office space

NDIS Information Session at Dee Why Library

Join Uniting Local Area Coordination, your NDIS Partner in the community, for a presentation on eligibility and pathways.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Road Dee Why
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 18 Sep
11.30 AM - 1.30 PM
Carers Gateway image

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, Disability, Education and Learning, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Fri 19 Sep
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night performer

Open Mic Night

Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Wed 24 Sep
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
A hand holding a house cutout with sunset shining through a sun sillouette

Solar and Energy Roadshow at Glen Street Library

Drop in to Glen Street Library and learn how to reduce your energy bill with Council's Sustainability team.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Sustainability information session, Children and Families, Council Events, Solar events, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Library Government Services Series, Seniors, Solar Roadshow
Thu 25 Sep
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 2 Oct
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
People standing holding mobile devices

MyGov Information Session at Glen Street Library

Learn how to access various Government services like MyGov, Medicare, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Fri 24 Oct
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night performer

Open Mic Night

Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Thu 20 Nov
11.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Young healthcare worker talking to seniors during lunch at nursing home

Age Care Information Session at Mona Vale Library

Learn about the options available in Age Care 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 27 Nov
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