Victorian Seniors Festival

October 2-9, 2016

www.bendigo.vic.gov.au

Welcome
The City of Greater Bendigo is proud to support the 2016
Victorian Seniors Festival and celebrate and recognise
the contribution of older Australians to our community.
This years festival has something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you are a history buff, a music or dance lover or you
prefer sports or socialising over afternoon tea, this years festival
program has you covered!
A highlight of this years program is the opening event,
Athol Guy: The Seekers Story on at the Capital on October 3.
Other highlights include a tour of Bendigos cemeteries,
a screening of That Sugar Film, a cooking masterclass,
a seniors night at the Bendigo Harness Club and special pop
up tours of the Bendigo Art Gallery. Various concerts, come
and try sports days, open days as well as walking tours of
central Bendigo will be sure to catch your interest.
The events are designed to provide you with an opportunity
to learn something new, meet like-minded people
and step outside of your comfort zone.
We hope you enjoy the festival.
Craig Neimann
Chief Executive Officer

2016 Victorian Seniors Festival FREE public

transport dates for Victorian Seniors Card Holders
Metropolitan Melbourne
trains, trams, buses and
regional town bus services
8 days
Sunday October 2
to Sunday October 9
V/Line trains and buses
6 days
Monday October 3
Tuesday October 4
Wednesday October 5
Thursday October 6
Saturday October 8
Sunday October 9

PTV HUB
If you need assistance with
public transport, the Public
Transport Victoria Hub can
assist you.
Open Monday to Saturday
at the Bendigo Marketplace.
P: 0435 266 321
E: tanya.ellis@salmat.com.au
www.ptv.vic.gov.au

Cover: Malcolm Brown, Mens Shed Salvation Army, Bendigo

Celebrate Victorian Seniors Week

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ZOOM QUARTERLY
Bendigos quarterly
newsletter about positive
and active ageing.

Most people should complete a bowel cancer screening test every

two years from the age of 50.

If you have an interesting, uplifting story or know someone

who has, why not send into ZOOM Quarterly.

Dont delay speak to your GP about bowel cancer screening

Zoom is produced by older people, for older people.

Supported by the City of Greater Bendigo, it is designed
and distributed by the Bendigo Weekly.
Copies are also available at libraries, health services,
City offices and neighbourhood houses, or online at
www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/zoomnewsletter
If are keen to be part of our editorial team or have a story,
poem, picture to share contact the Citys Positive Ageing
Officer Ann-Marie Roberts on
phone: 5447 2248
email: zoom@bendigo.vic.gov.au
or write to:
ZOOM Quarterly,
PO Box 733,
Bendigo, 3552.

Robyn Warren
Editor, Zoom Newsletter

Bowel cancer screening every 2 years

could save your life

Celebrate Victorian Seniors Week

Screening gives you the best chance of survival

T
 he National Bowel Cancer Screening Program sends free
screening kits to eligible people aged 50-74. If you receive a kit
in the mail, please use it.
For more information call 1800 118 868
or visit www.cancerscreening.gov.au

Breast screening NOW covers women up to 74

The risk of breast cancer
increases with age. Thats
why the age group of women
invited for free breast screening
has now changed to include
women up to 74.

Book at breastscreen.org.au
or call 13 20 50.
Your local clinic is at Bendigo
BreastScreen, 375 Barnard
Street, Bendigo, 3550

Early detection saves lives. If

youre aged 50-74 you should
be screened every two years.
If youre over 75, talk to your
doctor to find out if breast
screening is right for you.

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FREE hearing checks for all seniors

Eaglehawk Hearing Clinic

Heathcote Hearing Clinic

13 High Street, Eaglehawk

39 Hospital Street, Heathcote

Monday October 3 to
Friday October 7
9am 4.30pm

Wednesday October 5
9am 4.30pm

For an appointment phone

(03) 5446 3399

For an appointment phone

(03) 5446 3399

SUNDAY OCTOBER 2
Diversity in Life and Death
When gold was first discovered in Bendigo people
came from around the world to make their fortune here.
The cemeteries in Bendigo reflect the rich cultural heritage
that makes Bendigo the city it is today.
When:

Sunday October 2, 2pm 3pm

Where: Bendigo Remembrance Park, 70 Carpenter Street,

Quarry Hill. Meet at the Sextons
Residence inside Gate
Contact: 5446 1566 or
email enquiries@rpcv.com.au
Cost:

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Gold Coin Donation

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MONDAY OCTOBER 3

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4

Official Opening Featuring Athol Guy,

The Seekers story

Kangaroo Flat Internet Kiosk Open Day

A personal journey through the life and music of one of

the founders of Australias most celebrated musical groups,
The Seekers. With live performances of the hit songs of
the Seekers and other great 60s musical icons, this is
a performance not to be missed.
When:

Monday October 3, 2pm

Where: The Capital, View Street, Bendigo

Do you want to learn how to use the internet? Come along

to the Kangaroo Flat Internet Kiosk and be guided through
the basics by friendly volunteers.
When:

Tuesday 4th October, 10am 2pm

Where: Kangaroo Flat Internet Kiosk, 23 Lockwood Road

Contact: 5447 2248
Cost: Free

Contact: 5434 6100. Bookings are essential.

Cost: $6

That Sugar Film

Come along and see the movie that has got the whole
country talking. The screening will include a Q&A with
Bendigo Community Health Service nutritionist and a free
type 2 diabetes risk assessment.
A multicultural supper will
be provided.
When: Tuesday October 4,
at 6.45pm
Where: La Trobe University
Visual Arts Centre,
121 View Street, Bendigo
Contact: 5434 4300
Cost: Free

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TUESDAY OCTOBER 4
South Bendigo Tennis Club
Come and Try
Come and have a hit of tennis
with South Bendigo Tennis Club.
When: Tuesday October 4
9.30am 11am
Where: 150 Neale Street, Bendigo
Contact: 0411 958 152 or email
fitz54@bigpond.com

Spring Gully Tennis Club

Come and Try
Come and have a hit of tennis
with Spring Gully Tennis Club.
When:

Tuesday, October 4, 10am 12pm

Where: Spring Gully Road, Spring Gully

Contact: 0429 493 480 or
email sunrisejune@hotmail.com

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TUESDAY OCTOBER 4

TUESDAY OCTOBER 4

Tour of 1856 Specimen Cottage

The Bendigo Historical Society will conduct a tour
of the 1856 Specimen Cottage with afternoon tea.
When:

Tuesday October 4, 11am

Where: 178-180 Hargreaves Street

Contact: 5441 3443
Cost:

Gold coin donation

Bendigo Model Yacht Squadron

Come and Try Day
The Salvation Army Bendigo Model Yacht Squadron will
have range of radio controlled yachts, helpers and
instructions available.
When:

Tuesday October 4, 12pm 2pm

Where: Lake Weeroona Pavilion,

northern end of lake
Contact: 0457 208 812 or email
ccmoody7@bigpond.com
Cost:

Gold Coin

Cook Alone and Enjoy It

When cooking for one it often can be tempting to skip
preparing a dish at home and grab a ready-made
supermarket meal. Anne Mortons masterclass will inspire
you to take time and make cooking pleasurable when
creating every day dishes.
When:

Tuesday October 4, 11.30am

Where: Kangaroo Flat Senior Citizens Rooms,

Lockwood Road, Kangaroo Flat
Contact: 4408 6518 or email
seniorsfestival2016@bendigo.vic.gov.au
(Bookings essential before Friday 30 September)
Cost: Free

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TUESDAY OCTOBER 4

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 5

U3A Open Day

Seniors Celebrate Concert

Come and learn about the great activities and short courses
offered by the University of the Third Age. Short courses and
activities include: Basic science, the French revolution and
the Brothers Grimm, water colours, computer for beginners,
gardening group, bush walking, hiking and walking
for fitness.

Community hymn singing led by Stephen Higgs. Musical

items by Jeanette van Gaalen, former principal singer for
Melbourne Salvation Army Staff band. Afternoon Tea included.

When:

Tuesday October 4, 10.30am 4pm

Where: St Marys Anglican Church, 193 High Street,

Kangaroo Flat (enter via Church Street)

When:

Wednesday October 5, 1.30pm

Where: Bendigo Baptist Church McIvor Road, Bendigo

Contact: 5447 8161 or email kinsman2@optusnet.com.au
Cost: Free, donations accepted. Free bus leaving
Bendigo Railway Station 1pm (bookings essential)

Contact: 5447 1812

Men in Sheds Open Day

Come along and find out about the Men in Sheds program
which provides an opportunity for men to get together
for woodwork and social purposes.
When: Wednesday October 5, from 9am 3pm
Where: Old Gravel Hill School,
Mundy Street,
Bendigo
Contact: 5440 8456

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THURSDAY OCTOBER 6

THURSDAY OCTOBER 6

Music Just For You

Come and Try Bowls

Join in the fun as Robyn Roberts from

Making Melody Services sings her way
through classics from musical theatre,
swing, and jazz.

Join us to try bowls with Bendigo

VRI Bowling Club. Wear flat
shoes. Afternoon tea provided.

When:

Thursday October 6, 2pm

When: Thursday October 6

1pm 3pm.

Where: Lockwood South and

District Community Hall
Calder Alternative Highway

Where: VRI Bowling Club,

126-130 Mitchell Street, Bendigo

Contact: 0400 648 270 or email

rjrcraft@bigpond.net.au
or go to
www.makingmelody.com.au

Cost: Free

Cost: $5

Contact: 5447 9639 or email marjoriegorrie@bigpond.com

Tour of 1856 Specimen Cottage

The Bendigo Historical Society will conduct a tour
of the 1856 Specimen Cottage with afternoon tea.

Bendigo Senior Secondary College

A Pleasant Afternoon

When:

Enjoy a terrific musical performance by students from

Bendigo Senior Secondary College followed by afternoon tea.

Contact: 5441 3443. Group

bookings can be
arranged for other
days and times.

When:

Thursday October 6, 2pm 3.30pm

Where: Bendigo Art Gallery, View Street, Bendigo

Contact: 5434 6088. Bookings essential.

Thursday October 6, 2pm

Where: 178-180 Hargreaves Street

Cost:

$5 (Bookings required).

Cost: $3 seniors, $4 non-seniors. Companion card

accepted.

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FRIDAY OCTOBER 7

FRIDAY OCTOBER 7

Seniors Night Bendigo Harness Club

Red Hats Fun After Fifty

Come along for a night of great entertainment at the Bendigo

Harness Club. Free entry and race book for all seniors.

Come along to High Tea and make some new friends

over tea and cake.

When:

Friday October 7, 6pm

Where: Bendigo Harness Club, McIvor Road Bendigo

Contact: Tracey at tmcmaster@bhrc.com.au
or 03 5449 3205
Cost: Free

When:

Friday October 7, 2pm 4pm

Where: Kangaroo Flat Uniting Church,

Cnr. Camp and Church Streets
Contact: 5442 3934 or email mothercurnow@msn.com
Cost: $5

Bendigo Orchid Club Spring Show

Come along for a great weekend of stunning orchid displays
from the Bendigo region. There will be information sessions,
raffles, refreshments and a photography exhibition.
When:

Friday October 7, 1pm 5pm

Saturday October 8, 10am 5pm

Sunday October 9, 10am 4pm

Where: Truscott Reserve,

Murdock Street,
California Gully
Cost: $5

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SATURDAY OCTOBER 8

SUNDAY OCTOBER 9

Come and Try Golf Croquet

Eaglehawk Croquet Club
Come and try golf croquet with the Eaglehawk Croquet
Clubs team of coaches to help you learn the basics. Please
wear closed toe, flat soled shoes. Equipment provided.
When:

Saturday October 8, 9:45am 12pm

Where: 21-26 Napier Street, Eaglehawk, VIC 3556

Contact: eaglehawkcroquet@gmail.com
or phone Lyn on 0418 587 102
Cost: Free

Seniors Closing Concert

Featuring the Bendigo and District Concert
Band and local Bendigo artists.
When:

Sunday October 9, 2pm 4pm

Where: Kangaroo Flat Uniting Church,

Cnr. Camp and Church Streets
Contact: 5442 3934 or

email mothercurnow@msn.com
Cost:

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Gold Coin Donation

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MULTIPLE DATES

MULTIPLE DATES
Recording your memories
Do you want to share and record your memories of
Bendigo? Bendigo Historical Society can conduct interviews
to capture your Bendigo memories at your home or at
Bendigo Historical Societys Specimen Cottage. Bookings
are essential.
When:

From Monday October 3 Saturday October 8

Where: Specimen Cottage, 180 Hargreaves Street

Contact: 5441 3443 (between Tuesday and Thursday
10am to 4pm), specimencottage@gmail.com,
www.bendigohistory.com
Cost: Free

Bendigo Walking Tours

Join our relaxed two-hour guided stroll through the
citys historic centre surrounded by Bendigos distinctive
boom-style architecture.
Where: Tours leave from the Conservatory Gardens.
The walk is an easy stroll and mostly on flat
ground through Rosalind Park and View Street.
When:

2pm daily from October 2 9

Contact: Bendigo Visitor Information Centre

on 1800 813 153 or go to
www.bendigowalkingtours.com
Cost:

$10 per person (half price for Seniors Week only)

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Bendigo Laughter Club

Come and have a laugh with the Bendigo Laughter Club.
Its fun and free for all ages to participate.
Social coffee afterwards.
When:

Saturday October 1, 8.30am 9am

Saturday October 8, 8.30am 9am

Where: Ewing Park, Corner of Williamson

and Brougham Streets, Bendigo
Contact: 5442 3934, email mothercurnow@msn.com
Cost: Free

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MULTIPLE DATES

MULTIPLE DATES

Spring Gully Weekend of Dancing

Spring Art Exhibition

Strap on your dancing shoes for an afternoon of dancing

at Spring Gully Hall.

A diverse range of paintings in

oil, acrylic, pastel, silk painting,
mixed media and watercolours by
Helen Miles and Margaret Morgan.

When:

Saturday October 8, 8pm 12 midnight

Sunday October 9, 1.30pm 5pm

Where: Spring Gully Hall, 135 Spring Gully Road,

Spring Gully, Bendigo
Contact: Keith on 5444 2953 or 0438 544 705
or email joykentish@gmail.com
Cost: $12.50

When: Exhibition runs

until October 9.
Open 10am 5pm
daily.
Where: Heathcote Winery,
183 High Street,
Heathcote.
Contact: 5433 2595
Cost:

Free

Spring Book Fair

Thousands of pre-loved books, magazines, records, CDs
and DVDs to suit all tastes, at very reasonable prices.
When: Friday September 30: 9am 5pm

Saturday October 1: 9am 5pm

Sunday October 2: 9am 3pm

Where: YMCA Tom Tweed Stadium,

Mundy Street, Bendigo

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MULTIPLE DATES

POST FESTIVAL EVENTS

Bendigo Art Gallery pop-up tours

Shannon Come Home

The Bendigo Art Gallery will present a series of free talks

courtesy of its team of Gallery Guides

The story of Shannon, an Aussie

farmers hardships during severe
drought is told through music,
song and poetry and is
a must see!

When: Sculpture highlights on display:

12pm, October 4 and 29

The European Collection: 12pm, October 5 and 30

Celebrating senior artists in the Collection:

12pm, October 7 and 28
Where: Bendigo Art Gallery, View Street
Contact: 5434 6088
Cost: Free

When: Monday October 10

2pm 4pm
Where: Bendigo Uniting Church Hall, 25 Forest St, Bendigo
Contact: 0408 131 440 or go to www.jillmeehan.com.au
Cost: $15 at door includes tea/coffee and nibbles.
Donations can be made to Beyond Blue

ME N ME MATES Australian Songs and Stories

Acoustic trio presenting Australian songs and stories in
the tradition of Lawson, Paterson and Dusty. Celebrating
Australian song, language and humour.
When: Sunday October 16, 4pm for 4.30pm start
When:

Old Church on the Hill, Russell Street, Quarry Hill

Contact: 0417 072 075 or 0413 533 118

mhockley2713@gmail.com or go to
www.menmemates.com
Cost:

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$20 and $15 concession

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Contact us
City of Greater Bendigo
195-229 Lyttleton Terrace, Bendigo
PO Box 733, Bendigo Vic 3552
Ph: 03 5434 6000
Fax: 03 5434 6200
Email: enquiries@bendigo.vic.gov.au
www.bendigo.vic.gov.au
Operating hours Monday to Friday: 8.30am 5pm
If you are deaf, hearing or speech impaired please contact us
through the National Relay Service and ask for 03 5434 6000:
TTY users phone 133 677
Speak and Listen users phone 1300 555 727
Internet Relay users connect to www.relayservice.com.au