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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

Sun 8 Jun
12.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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Introduction to Nature Journalling Workshop

Interested in learning more about nature journalling? In celebration of World Environment Day, this workshop will teach you the practise of recording your personal observations and connect you with the natural world. Ages 18+
Manly Library in the Creative Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Thu 19 Jun
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
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Refugee Week film screening: Cast from the Storm

Join us for a Refugee Week screening of Cast from the Storm, a film about the extraordinary stories of a group of teenagers.
Warringah Mall Library Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Art and Culture, Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Fri 20 Jun
3.00 PM - 4.45 PM
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Refugee Week film screening: Scattered People

Join us for a Refugee Week film screening of Scattered People, an Australian documentary. An Ngo Lang, a writer, speaker, and actor based in Sydney will introduce the documentary.
Manly Library 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Sun 22 Jun
1.45 PM - 3.45 PM
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Australian Poetry Slam: Workshop

Writers, get inspired with a spoken word workshop led by a professional slam artist, ahead of the Northern Beaches Heat of the Australian Poetry Slam.
Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Thu 26 Jun
9.00 AM - 10.00 AM
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Gather at the Gallery: Seniors

Start your day with a free visit to the Gallery with like-minded seniors.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Gather, MAG&M, Art and Culture, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events, Seniors
Thu 26 Jun
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 26 Jun
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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Local Author: Trish Sara

Join local author Trish Sara as she discusses her book, Old Age Doesn't Have to Suck ... Entirely: A Guide to Ageing Well and Expanding Enjoyment of Life.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Council Events, Authors Talk, Education and Learning, Seniors
Fri 27 Jun
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
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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
Fri 27 Jun
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
Sat 28 Jun
4.30 PM - 6.00 PM
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Australian Poetry Slam: Northern Beaches Heat

This June, join us at Manly Library as we host Word Travels for the Northern Beaches Heat of the 2025 Australian Poetry Slam.
Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
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
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
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
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
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