Hello Reader,

Three years ago this month, I registered the domain name for Seniors in Melbourne and hoped there might be a few people out there who’d find our website and newsletter useful. Thanks to you, there are thousands.

To celebrate our 3rd anniversary, I’d love to hear from you. Nobody knows this space the way our community does, and I want to understand what you enjoy about Melbourne, what makes exploring it harder than it should be, and what you’d like to see more of here.

Take our anniversary survey: click here.​

It takes about 7 to 9 minutes, and most questions are just a quick tick. There are no wrong answers. Your responses are reported as grouped results only, and I read every written comment myself.

There are prizes, too. When you finish, you can enter a draw for one of five $50 Ticketek vouchers. The draw is open to Victorian residents aged 18 and over. Entry is a separate step, so your details are never linked to your survey answers. The survey closes at 7:00 AM on Monday 16 November, and winners will be announced in this newsletter by Wednesday 9 December. You can read the full terms and conditions here.​

I’ll share what I learn in a future bulletin, so you can see how it shapes what we cover next.

Thank you for being part of this community. I can’t wait to hear what you have to say.

Amy

Please click here to complete the survey and for your chance to win one of five $50 Ticketek vouchers. I look forward to sharing the insights!

Let's Explore Melbourne and Beyond

​A Market Full of Memories​ From weekly shopping to coffee rituals and Sunday brass bands, this inner-city market has become a much-loved stop with a story worth exploring. Visit the market

“ Markets have been drawing me in since the mid-1970s, back when I first moved into a share house and started doing my own shopping. My daughter introduced me to Preston Market a few years ago, and it’s been my regular ever since, even though I now live out of town and have to plan my visits around a proper shopping list. In 2024, the market survived a long-running redevelopment threat when traders were offered new lease renewals, proof that community pressure still counts for something in this city. ​Read more here.​ — Angie

​When Melbourne Falls Silent​ Find out how Melbourne marks Remembrance Day, from the city’s moving two-minute silence to commemorations, transport advice and places to pause afterwards. Prepare for Remembrance Day

​Lunch Beside Puffing Billy​ A historic Dandenong Ranges pub serves up a relaxed lunch, friendly service and a memorable view of the steam train passing just outside. Meet The Clemo

PARTNER CONTENT ​Melbourne Walking Tours​ "My husband and I enjoyed our walking tour with Paul... We both enjoyed listening to the stories of the start of the Rag Trade in Flinders Lane and the personalities involved. So many people who, as immigrants, built and fostered manufacturing in Melbourne which spread to regional areas." ​ ​- Karen H See all tour options

​French Lessons With a Difference​ What if learning French meant travelling through France, meeting people and practising the language in everyday life rather than sitting in a classroom? Find your French

​Stories That Inspire Change​ Explore films about nature, community action and hope at Melbourne’s Environmental Film Festival, with thoughtful documentaries and conversations that ask what caring for the planet means. Explore The Films

PARTNER CONTENT ​Mischa Maisky in Recital at Hamer Hall​ Legendary cellist Mischa Maisky and his daughter, pianist Lily Maisky, perform on Friday 6 November. Tickets from $89. Read more and book

Popular Picks: This Week’s Top 3

• ​CBD Parking in Melbourne: tips from our community​
• ​State Library Victoria: More than a quick look​
• ​Social Events and Activities for Older People in Melbourne​

Community Giveback

This quarter, Seniors in Melbourne has partnered with St Mary’s House of Welcome to support the team helping people experiencing homelessness find practical support and connection every day. ​Find out more →​

Enter our Weekly Giveaway

​Win a Cherry-Picking Day Out at CherryHill Orchards​ Gather family or friends for a sweet day in the Yarra Valley. Enter for your chance to enjoy cherry picking, fresh fruit to take home, Cherry Spritzers and delicious soft serves. ENTER NOW

​Win a Premium Double Pass to Drifting Currents​ Experience the world premiere of a moving new cello concerto alongside beautiful works by Respighi, Vasks and Suk. Enter for your chance to enjoy this uplifting Melbourne Chamber Orchestra performance with a guest. ENTER NOW

Congrats to last weeks giveaway winner, Patricia B, who won tickets to the Keepers Collection Tour - cricket edition.

WHAT'S ON - Mark Your Calendars

• ​Teddy Tahu Rhodes and Georgia Wilkinson: A Little Glamour and a Lot of Joy (9 Nov 2026). Join internationally celebrated opera stars Teddy Tahu Rhodes and Georgia Wilkinson for a morning of music, laughter and charm. Their commanding voices and irresistible stage presence come together in a joyful performance featuring opera favourites and musical classics. Hamer Hall. Tickets from $35.
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• ​Little Pine Production Shows (various dates and locations). This special show series brings a 70-minute performance filled with music, memories, and a few surprises. Includes morning tea. From $20.​
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• ​Tall Ship Harbour Sailing from Williamstown (various dates). Set sail on a historic tall ship from Williamstown, enjoying a scenic harbour cruise under full sails, guided commentary and unforgettable views of the bay — a unique outdoor experience that’s both relaxing and adventurous. Tickets from $50.​
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• ​Back to the Unconscious (until 19 Nov 2026). This thought-provoking exhibition series brings together contemporary artists exploring emotion, identity and the unconscious through experimental artworks that reflect on today's rapidly changing world. Shivers Gallery, Brunswick. Free entry.
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• ​Bach in Space (12 Dec 2026). Experience the music of Johann Sebastian Bach alongside spectacular NASA and European Space Agency footage of galaxies and planets projected onto a giant screen. This 75-minute concert combines live piano performances with stunning cosmic imagery for a captivating musical journey through space. Hawthorn Arts Centre. Tickets from $39.
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• ​Candlelig​ht Concerts (various dates). Discover the beauty of Candlelight Concerts in iconic venues across Melbourne, showcasing a variety of musical genres under the soft glow of candlelight. Various dates and venues.Tickets from $25. Book tickets here.​

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