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Active Seniors in the City

Almost a quarter of residents living in the City of Canterbury Bankstown are 55 years old or greater

These residents are an integral and essential part of our community and it should be recognised that enjoying a valued role as well as a meaningful life in our community as we grow older is something that everyone should be able to aspire to.

The needs of residents inevitably change as they get older, but this doesn't affect everyone in the same way because people age differently and have a range of individual situations and expectations depending on their values, personal experience and cultural background.

However, there are some changes that do tend to affect people in similar ways as they move through various life stages. People in their 50s often find that their children have left home, and they may find themselves exploring new interests and activities to add fulfilment to their lives. This tends to increase as people who are working start thinking about part-time work or retirement.

A wide range of services are available in our area to help people maintain their independence for as long as possible as they get older. This can take the form of assistance with transport, regular social contact, help to maintain a safe home environment and personal care.

We recognise the diversity of changing needs of residents as they grow older and offer a range of activities that serve as pathways towards the various goals and aspirations of seniors in our City.

Community restaurant

Join us for lunch and treat yourself to a fun day with social activities and a healthy lunch, including dessert and morning tea. Come with friends or meet some new ones. 

Christmas in July *22 July
Let's get Moving12 August
Spring Day9 September
Country Western Day23 September
Fire Safety14 October
Halloween28 October
Remembrance Day11 November
Christmas Celebration *2 December

For bookings and information, call 9707 9646 or email mealsonwheels@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Please provide your My Aged Care number when registering.
 

Bus to Library

For people with limited mobility and difficulty accessing transport.

The Bus to Library service picks you up from your home and brings you to one of our nine Canterbury-Bankstown Libraries. Patrons can borrow something to read and enjoy a morning tea with new friends on the bus.

For more information and booking details, contact 9707 9733.

Keeping you active in the City

Our programs are fun and interactive. There’s a lot on offer and new programs are always coming out. It’s a great way to make new friends and stay agile!

Keeping active, creative and social is what we do at CBCity. 

Active Seniors
Roselands
Seniors Splash Roselands
Never learned to swim? Now’s your chance – for FREE!

Wednesday or Thursday, July to September

Revesby
Seniors Splash Revesby
Never learned to swim? Now’s your chance – for FREE!

Wednesday or Thursday, July to September

Roselands
Seniors Splash Roselands
Never learned to swim? Now’s your chance – for FREE!

Wednesday or Thursday, July to September

Revesby
Seniors Splash Revesby
Never learned to swim? Now’s your chance – for FREE!

Wednesday or Thursday, July to September

Community Event
Panania
Indoor Bowls
Fun indoor bowls with light movements

Every Thursday, 9am

Earlwood
Happy crafting Earlwood
Looking for inspiration or would like to have company while working on your craft project?

First Monday of the month, 10.30am-noon

Lakemba
English conversation group Lakemba
Make new friends, while learning to speak more English

Thursday, 10am-noon (during school term)

Bankstown
Happy crafting Bankstown
Looking for inspiration or would like to have company while working on your craft project?

Thursday, 10am-noon

Riverwood
Active Adults - Over 55's exercise class
Our Active Adults – Over 55’s is designed to get you out of your comfort zone, working on your balance and coordination whilst you are making new friends and having a laugh

Every Thursday, 10.30am

Earlwood
Chair yoga Earlwood
Would you like to participate in yoga but have challenges getting up and down from the floor?Then Chair Yoga is perfect for YOU!

Thursday, 11.30am-12.30pm (during school terms)

Campsie
Chair yoga Campsie
Would you like to participate in yoga but have challenges getting up and down from the floor?Then Chair Yoga is perfect for YOU!

Thursday, 12.50-1.50pm (during school terms)

Riverwood
Book a librarian Riverwood
Bookings required for a 30-minute, one-on-one session with our library staff to help you with your computer and information needs.

Monday and Thursday, from 2pm

Bankstown
Book a librarian Bankstown
You can Book-a-librarian for 30-minute one-on-one sessions to help you with your computer and information needs.

Tuesdays, 10am-noon, and Thursdays, 2.30-4pm

Campsie
Active hearts Campsie
Exercise class for over 50’s

Thursday, 2.30-3.30pm

Community Event
Sefton
Strength and Balance
Light cardio and strength training using body weight

Weekly on a Friday, 8-9am

Riverwood
Casual Pickleball
Discover the Joy of Pickleball at Morris Iemma Indoor Sports Centre

9am-10pm, Monday-Friday

Campsie
English conversation group Campsie
Make new friends, while learning to speak more English

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10am-noon

Chester Hill
English conversation group Chester Hill
Make new friends, while learning to speak more English

Every Friday (during school terms), 10-11.30am

Yagoona
Walking Football
Develop football skills, play the game and meet new people, or come along as a spectator

Weekly on a Friday, 10-11.30am

Community Event
Panania
Gentle Exercise
Exercise which is gentle and perfect for people new to exercise

Every Friday, 10am 

Earlwood
Knitting group Earlwood
Join one of our popular knitting groups and enjoy the company of like-minded craft-lovers.

First Friday of each month, 10.30am-noon

Padstow
Chair yoga Padstow
Would you like to participate in yoga but have challenges getting up and down from the floor?Then Chair Yoga is perfect for YOU!

Fridays during school term, 11.30am-12.30pm

Riverwood
Happy crafting Riverwood
Looking for inspiration or would like to have company while working on a craft project? Join our happy crafting group on the first and third Friday every month at Riverwood Library.

Friday, twice a month, 11.30-1pm

Bankstown
Chair yoga Bankstown
Would you like to participate in yoga but have challenges getting up and down from the floor? Then Chair Yoga is perfect for YOU!

Friday, 1-2pm (during school terms)

Padstow
Book a Librarian Padstow
Do you need help using technology?

Mondays 4-5pm and Fridays 11am-noon

Chester Hill
Knitting group Chester Hill
Join one of our popular knitting groups and enjoy the company of like-minded craft-lovers

Monday, 10am-noon, and Saturday, 10.30am-12.30pm (during school term)

Birrong
Bankstown Men’s Shed Inc
A place where men can meet up, share and learn new skills and enjoy each other’s company

Every Monday to Wednesday, 8am-2pm