Hi Reader, It’s hard to believe Christmas Eve is already here. For many of us, this is a time filled with family, faith, tradition, and a bit of last-minute organising. But I also know this season can feel lonely or heavy, especially if plans look a little different these days. If that’s you, please don’t hesitate to reach out — to neighbours, friends, local groups, or community organisations. There are people who would genuinely love to share a friendly chat or a moment of company today and...
8 days ago • 2 min read
Hi there Reader, This week’s email intro is a little different — perhaps something we all need. Now, no one has said a word about our weekly jokes… not a peep… but our clever email system tells us the truth: hundreds of you click on them every single week. Clearly, there’s a silent army of pun-loving readers out there. So, in the spirit of ending the year with a groan and a grin, we’ve rounded up our top terrible (grand)dad jokes of the year. These are the corkers that made the most of you...
15 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Diane again here. I wanted to share something new I’ve started doing each week that has brought me a lot of joy. A friend of mine, Cheryl, is involved with Soroptimist International of Geelong, and through her I’ve begun volunteering at The Gordon, spending an hour or so chatting in English with migrants and international students. Members from SI Geelong volunteer regularly for the English as an Additional Language program, helping students — many of whom are refugees or newly...
22 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Diane here. Somehow December has arrived in a flash, and like many grandparents, we’ve been out exploring all the Christmas magic Melbourne has to offer. It’s been such a lovely way to spend time with the grandkids — and, truth be told, I think I enjoy it just as much as they do. We started with the Myer Christmas Windows, which are a charming LEGO theme this year. Between Santaland up on Level 7 and the LEGO playground down in the basement, it makes for a full and very joyful...
29 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, It’s Kathy here! I popped into the Balwyn Cinema recently to see The Travellers, the new Bruce Beresford film starring the incomparable Bryan Brown — and what a treat it was. On so many levels, it’s an important piece of Australian filmmaking. I loved it so much I’m already planning to see it again… possibly more than once. As many of you know, Tuesdays are discount days — always handy for us — though this time I did have a very chatty couple beside me! Still, Balwyn remains one...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Here’s one to add to your day-trip list — Badass Women of the Yarra Ranges is now showing at the Yarra Ranges Regional Museum. Running until 7 December, this bold digital storytelling project celebrates the trailblazing women who’ve shaped the Yarra Ranges and beyond. From household names like Dame Nellie Melba to local heroes such as Dorothy ‘Dot’ Peters, these stories highlight courage, creativity, and sheer determination. It’s a fascinating mix of history, storytelling and...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, It’s Angie here, a new and inspired contributor for Seniors in Melbourne. Have you ever visited the Melbourne Recital Centre? The recent Mostly Mozart concert was my first experience there — and what a delightful introduction it was. One of the joys of reaching “Seniors status” is embracing more first-time experiences, and this one included morning tea, beautiful music, and discovering ANAM — the Australian National Academy of Music, where young musicians refine their craft. The...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, We’re so excited to share something new with you! We’ve teamed up with local writer and tour guide Paul Daffey, who knows Melbourne’s stories like the back of his hand. Together, we’re launching a series of walking tours that bring the city’s past to life — from the people and places that shaped it to the hidden corners you might have walked past a hundred times without knowing its story. These Melbourne walking tours have been created especially for our 60+ community — relaxed,...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, It's Terrie here. When I heard from Seniors in Melbourne that there was a guided tour of St Albans Market as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival, I jumped at the chance. I actually grew up in St Albans but hadn’t been back for over 25 years — so it felt like the perfect opportunity for a nostalgic day out. I caught the train up from Geelong and couldn’t help but smile thinking of my teenage self sprinting for the train to my first city job. Of course, the old boom gates and...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read