Seniors FestivalVictorian Seniors Festival 2002 By Latrobe City Council - 14th March 2002 - Back to News •Tell us your opinion •See what others have said This year sees the 20th Anniversary of Senior Citizens Week and the 2002 Seniors Festival takes place between 9 and 22 March.
Celebrations in the Latrobe City are presented by local Senior Citizens Committees and community based organisations, and promoted and co-ordinated by the Seniors Festival Regional Planning Committee.
The Latrobe City Aged and Disability Services Department and the Victorian Department of Human Services supports the Regional Committee with funding and administrative services.
The program of events covers entertainment to suit all tastes and starts with:
Major Opening Event: "Take a Step Back in Time"
Gippsland Heritage Park, Lloyd Street, Moe
Wednesday 13 March 2002: 11am-3pm
- Free BBQ Lunch and Salads, Tea and Coffee including Devonshire Teas.
- Free Horse and Cart rides around the Park.
- Old Movies showing in 20 minute brackets.
- School lessons in the old school room, including imperial and metric maths lessons.
- Demonstrations by Latrobe Valley Woodworkers, Heritage Art Group and Heritage Ceramic
- Group.
- The Cobb and Co. Inn and the Narracan General Store will be trading.
- Snacks, souvenirs and local craft may be purchased at the kiosk.
- All welcome to enjoy the gardens, picnic areas and a glimpse of ‘yesteryear’. Entry $2.50 per person.
Regional Events
Garden Party and Afternoon Tea
Yallambee Village, Bartling Place, Campbell Street, Traralgon
Friday 15 March 2002: 1.30pm-3pm
A day for people living in supported Accommodation
Free E.C.C.V Multicultural Variety Concert
To be held at Kernot Hall, Princes Drive, Morwell
Sunday 17 March 2002: 2pm
Presenting acts from the Balkans, Italy and Indigenous Australia. Book Free Tickets by contacting phone number 5133 7072 or tickets available at the door. Families are all welcome.
Free A.P.I.A Country Concert
Kernot Hall, Princes Drive, Morwell
Wednesday 20 March 2002: 10.30am
Donald Cant is one of Australia’s leading music theatre and concert performers. The Senior Citizens of Latrobe City welcome this musical delight. No bookings required but be early to ensure a good seat!
Donald was an original cast member of the very successful Australian production of "The Phantom of the Opera". He was with the production for seven years, and during this time performed many of the lead roles in the show, the highlight being his performances in the lead role of the "Phantom" which he played to great audience acclaim on almost 500 occasions.
Donald Cant is a most sought after Concert artist. He has performed as guest soloist with all of Australia's major Symphony Orchestras and Military Bands, as well as the Singapore Symphony, with a wide repertoire including the Viennese Operetta, Porter, Gershwin, popular Ballads and Musical Theatre favourites.
Closing of Senior’s Festival — Ecumenical Church Service
Uniting Church, 1 Park Lane, Traralgon.
Friday 22 March 2002: 11am
Light luncheon will follow the service. All most welcome.
Local Events
Introduction to Croquet
Morwell Croquet Club, Travers Street, Morwell
Saturday 9 March 2002
Introduction to Croquet and other Mallet Sports. Afternoon tea free of charge.
Go Bowling and Go for Fun
Morwell Tenpins, Chickerell Street, Morwell.
Saturday 9-22 March 2002: 9am—6pm daily
Tenpin Bowling Special Offer - two games (including shoe hire) for only $7.00. Café on premises serving hot and cold food and drinks.
Bingo
Traralgon Senior Citizens Centre, Victory Park, Traralgon
Monday 11 March 2002: 1pm
Play Bingo and enjoy free afternoon tea after the game.
Simplified Game of Croquet
Traralgon Croquet Club, Breed Street, Traralgon
Tuesday 12 and Tuesday 19 March 2002: 1.30pm
Come along and participate in a simplified game of croquet, followed by afternoon tea at 3.30pm.
Casual clothes and flat soled shoes essential.
Club Concert and Afternoon Tea
Newborough Senior Citizens Centre, Newborough.
Thursday 14 March 2002: 1.30pm
Admission $3.00 which is payable before date. All are welcome.
Have a Go with a Bow
Twin City Archers Gippsland Inc. Toners Lane, Morwell
Sunday 17 March 2002: 10am-2pm
Only $2.00 if you have your Seniors Card. Special Seniors Celebration offer: A full beginners course over four days for a total of 12 hours only $10.00 (usually $30.00).
Specials
As well as the events program, there are several special offers available to Senior Citizens during the Seniors Festival:
McDonald’s Family Restaurants Moe, Morwell and Traralgon
Wednesday 13 and Wednesay 20 March 2002:10.30am-11.30am
Free regular tea or coffee served with a slice of baked muffin or a slice of McDonalds Apple Pie when you present your seniors card. All Seniors Welcome.
Morwell Leisure Centre McDonald Street, Morwell
Monday 11 March to Friday 22 March 2002
Attend a Morwell Movers class and receive a complimentary pass for future use. Enjoy a 1/2 hour relaxation massage for only $10.00. Senior Swim upgraded to include sauna and spa. For further information, please call Paula on 5133 9900 or Sandra on mobile 0418 596 426.
Moe Newborough Sports Centre, Newborough
Monday 11 March to Friday 22 March 2002
Representatives from the centre will attend the "Take a Step Back in Time" event at Gippsland Heritage Park on Wednesday 13 March 2002 and distribute complimentary passes to people to use the pool and aqua classes. Don't miss out!
Gold Coin Movies, Midvalley Village 8 Cinema
Tuesday 12 March to Thursday 14 March 2002
Gold Coin donation to any movie until 5.00pm on these days. This offer excludes "No free Ticket" movies.
Free Transport to all Regional Events
Arrangements have been made for Free Bus Travel to all Regional Events during Seniors Festival 2002.
In order to take advantage of the free bus travel within the Latrobe municipality to all Regional Events, bookings can be made up to two days prior to each event. Telephone Barbara Reynolds on 5132 3550 during business hours to secure a seat!
Source: www.gippsland.com Published by: news@gippsland.com
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Addressing regional concerns on impact of Victoria's forest policies discussed in parliament speech, highlighting economic, environmental, and community implications. - Feedback for Victorian Education Inquiry extended to 15 December 2023 to gather more support and solutions to resolve challenges
The State Education Inquiry's submission deadline extended to Dec 15. Over 220 submissions received, highlighting concerns, including staff shortages and student welfare. - More than 800 Victorian families who lost loved ones last year would not agree with Andrews Labor Government COVID response triumph claim
In a Labor-aligned podcast over the weekend, Daniel Andrews bragged Victoria's COVID response should be celebrated as a "triumph". - Applications for Victorian Landcare Grants for West Gippsland open until 30 April 2024
Victorian government allocates $3.55 million for 2024 Landcare Grants, supporting environmental volunteer groups and networks, including Landcare, Friends, Coastcare, and Aboriginal groups. - Henselite Victorian Open: Largest bowls event for state is in Gippsland for 24 March to 2 April 2023
Victoria's largest bowl event scheduled from the 24th March to 2nd April 2023. - Table Tennis Victorian Country Championships and more to be held at Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium from 2023 to 2030
Latrobe City is set to become the home of table tennis in Victoria with two of the biggest events on the annual table tennis calendar to be hosted in Gippsland for the next eight years. - Frais Farms gets $800k from Victorian government for fresh food packing and storage site to expand jobs and Gippsland food and fibre sector
The Victorian government is supporting Frais Farms in East Gippsland to establish a new fresh food packing and storage site, creating jobs and bolstering the region's food and fibre industry. - Tim Bull says Victorian government timber industry compensation package inadequate and lacking essential information
State government's timber industry compensation package flaws and inadequate compensation have raised concerns, prompting calls for fairer support from various quarters, including Eastern Victorian MLC Melina Bath. - Re-elected Victorian Labor government will invest upto $675M to build a new hospital in Drouin
A re-elected Andrews Labor government will build a new state-of-the-art hospital and public aged care facility for residents in West Gippsland, delivering better care closer to home. - Andrews Labor Victorian government blocks move to ensure adequate mental health practitioners for school children
Labor MPs, with the support of three crossbenchers, have once again blocked a move to make sure there's enough mental health practitioners for Victoria's school children. - Recent tragedies in Victorian waters during the holiday season shows prioritisation of safety needed in all water-related activities
The 2022 festive season has ended in tragedy with three fatal drownings, a further three significant incidents, and 48 rescues by lifesavers occurring in Victorian waters since Christmas Day. - Baw Baw Shire Council joins Victorian Energy Collaboration to help take more action on renewable energy and reduce carbon emissions
Baw Baw Shire Council has joined the Victorian Energy Collaboration (VECO) which will supply 100% renewable energy to street lights and multiple large facilities within the Shire. - Moves to protect Victorian farmers from farm trespass being made by Liberals and Nationals
Amendments to strengthen the consequences for law-breaking activists caught trespassing on Victorian farms will be moved in Victorian Parliament today by the Liberals and Nationals. - Bass Coast Council wins Victorian Tourism Awards 2023 for local government tourism and visitor services
Bass Coast Shire Council secures Victorian Tourism Awards for local government tourism and visitor services, emphasising environmental harmony, visitor engagement, and inclusive tourism development initiatives. - Cancellations in Victorian public transport like Vline in Gippsland could be avoided with rapid testing for COVID
Victoria's public transport to be disrupted by underpreparedness of the system. - Engage in shaping Victorian Bushfire Management Strategy as part of Black Summer Bushfires inquiries by 30 August 2023
Community engagement in shaping Victoria's Bushfire Management Strategy, influenced by Black Summer Bushfires inquiries. Submit your input on or before 30 August 2023. - Martin Cameron urges Victorian government to prevent Hazelwood mine fire recurrence after 10-year anniversary of a devastating fire
Concerns involving mine access for emergency services, batters' stability, and exposed coal. The Minister must respond within 30 days. - Melina Bath urges Victorian Education Minister to overhaul flawed bus program to ensure proper seat allocation
Melina Bath's adjournment matter calls for the Minister for Education to review and revamp the flawed school bus program, incorporating local mapping and rigorous testing to ensure proper student seat allocation. - Drouin picked for Victorian government operated Early Learning Centre as part of $14B kindergarten investment
Drouin chosen for new state-operated Early Learning Centre, reflecting community needs. Council welcomes investment in childcare, anticipates collaboration for site selection, aiming for family accessibility by 2027-2028. - Media reveal minimal Victorian road resurfacing for 2023 highlighting Andrews Labor government mismanagement in regional areas
Danny O'Brien, Shadow Minister for Roads, criticised a 45% roads maintenance budget cut since 2020, including 25% this year. No road resurfacing contracts raise concerns. Deterioration worsens without action. - Urgent funding needed to better support Victorian suicide prevention framework 2016-2025 to meet its objective required from Andrews Labor government
Victorian suicide prevention framework 2016 - 2025' will not be met including the most important objective and that was to halve the suicide rate in Victoria by 2025. - Gaps persist in Victorian mental health workforce that don't address vulnerable women adequately
Immediate reform must be implemented to deliver more workers for Victoria's over-burdened mental health workforce if today's pledge for acute beds is to make a dent in the shadow pandemic. - Darren Chester challenges Victorian Labor politicians to reject plan to shut down timber industry in Gippsland
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is challenging Victorian Labor politicians to reject the Andrews Government plan to shut down the native hardwood timber industry by 2030. - Tim Bull asks Victorian Minister for Housing to release plan to address homelessness
Tim Bull has asked the State Minister for Housing to release the government's plans on what it is doing in the short term to address the increasing number of people facing homelessness not only in East Gippsland, but state-wide. - Martin Cameron urges Victorian government to expand aid beyond current power outage relief as Gippsland residents struggle
Following Victoria's storms Martin Cameron, urges the state to broaden financial aid beyond Labor's seven-day power outage relief, emphasising the plight of those, including pensioners, unable to afford food replacement. - Tim Bull says Victorian protests should never be held at the Shrine of Remembrance
Protesters violating the sanctity of the Shrine of Remembrance. - Tim Bull criticises Andrews Labor Victorian 2023 Budget for severely impacting native timber industry and providing insufficient compensation
Tim Bull, expressed disappointment over the Labor Budget's impact on regional Victorians, particularly the closure of the native timber industry without adequate compensation or plans for alternative industries. - Million dollar cuts to Victorian agriculture is cruel disappointment to farmers as Andrews Labor government slashes funding
Pet census and a destructive plan to shut down the native timber industry are the biggest ticket items for agriculture in a Labor state budget that's a cruel disappointment for Victorian farmers. - Commuters call on Victorian Public Transport Minister to reinstate rail buffet service on VLine trains
Amid a growing number of complaints, Tim Bull has called on the Public Transport Minister to provide a buffet car service on V/Line long haul trains that travel directly to and from Melbourne. - Reply to Andrews Labor Victorian State Budget 2022/23 from Peter Walsh and the National Party
The Nationals reply to the Victorian state budget and the reduced fundings. - Bass Coast Shire Council calls on Victorian government to provide sufficient funding for school crossings to better protect kids
Bass Coast Shire Council strongly urges the Victorian government to provide sufficient funding to secure the future of the stressed school crossings program - or risk putting pupils in increasing danger. - Over $1B cut from Victorian health department in state budget papers by Andrews Labor government
Andrews Labor government's $1 billion health department budget cut angers Gippslanders struggling with the public health system and delays in elective surgeries. - Tim Bull calls on Victorian government for more investment in decaying public dental care system
More investment needed in decaying public dental health. - Martin Cameron applauds Victorian government on upholding duck hunting season for 2024 citing it as a victory for common sense
Labor government applauded its decision to continue duck hunting, however concerns about science being overlooked and potential future restrictions. - Nationals seek to overturn Victorian gas connection ban and criticise Andrews Labor government energy policy as misguided and ideological
Melina Bath, a Nationals MP, opposes Victoria's gas connection ban, calling it shortsighted and deceptive, advocating for energy choice and reliable sources. - Box Hill Hawks to host Victorian Football League on 30 April at the Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve against Casey Demons
Box Hill Hawks and Bass Coast Shire Council to host historic double-header in Wonthaggi. - Coming opportunities for Victorian regional tourism economy as 2026 Commonwealth Games steadily approaches
A boost to the regional tourism economy is just one of a swag of benefits for country Victorians ahead of the Commonwealth Games in 2026. - Gippsland big part of Victorian agricultural triumph with impressive contributions to national produce in 2023
'Ag Day Au' celebrates Victoria's prominent agricultural sector, boasting impressive stats: 64% milk, 47% lamb, and major contributions to national produce. Gratitude to farmers for their dedication and quality produce. - Opportunity to save more Victorian lives to improve country road safety must not be missed in Andrews Labor 2022-23 budget
Victoria's road network will continue to crumble into dangerous disrepair without a substantial boost to funds for maintenance. - Latrobe City Council partners with Victorian government to become regional host cities of Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games
Latrobe City Council partners with the Victorian government for Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games, showcasing sports, culture, and regional development with economic benefits and community engagement. - List of best Victorian beaches to visit this summer in Gippsland
Tips for your Gippsland beach discovery bucket list for you to visit and have fun with friends and family. - Danny O'Brien applauds Victorian government decision to maintain duck season while noting some limitations
Danny O'Brien praises the Labor government's decision to maintain duck season, citing it as a victory for reason and science, though expressing disappointment in some restrictions. - Irresponsibility and dishonesty with Victorian taxpayer money in $2M debt to MyEnvironment activists by Andrews Labor government
The Andrews Labor government's irresponsibility with Victorian taxpayers' money has been exposed after it refused to pursue a $2 million debt from environmental activists. - Latrobe City acknowledges Victorian government $2B package for regional development after cancelled Commonwealth Games
Latrobe City Council acknowledges Victoria's commitment to regional development despite Commonwealth Games cancellation, focusing on housing, tourism, and sporting infrastructure for lasting benefits. - Baw Baw Council welcomes Victorian government funding to support flood and storm recovery
Baw Baw Shire Council welcomes the announcement of financial support from the Victorian Government to assist with our recovery efforts in the wake of the devastating storms that have recently struck our region. - Share your thoughts in Victorian Business Innovation Survey by 16 July 2023
Participate in the Victorian Business Innovation Survey to inform future innovation policies and support for businesses in your region. Survey open until July 16, 2023. - Have your say on Victorian Police Community Sentiment Survey by 30 April 2023
Melina Bath encourages residents in Eastern Victoria to voice their opinions on community safety via an open consultation on Engage Victoria. - East Gippsland Shire Council criticises Victorian government decision altering planning rules for major developments decision-making transferred to Planning Minister
Minister will decide major housing projects over $15 million, no public appeal rights. Changes also affect other developments. East Gippsland Council opposes, citing lack of consultation and potential disenfranchisement. - Danny O'Brien seeks plan from Victorian Minister for Energy to show Gippsland benefits from proposed offshore wind industry
Request to Minister for Energy and Resources: Plan needed to ensure Gippsland benefits from offshore wind industry, including consultation coordination and community benefits for the region. - One Gippsland says 2022/23 Victorian budget will help boost to recovery of region
One Gippsland has welcomed the Victorian government's broader investment in health, economic recovery and support for First Nations Victorians. - New data shows thousands of Victorian youth in crisis waiting 60 days or more for mental health appointments
New data revealed today shows thousands of vulnerable youths at crisis point are now waiting more than 60 days for mental health appointments. - Large artworks installed at along Great Victorian Rail Trail with $1.2M funding from Regional Tourism Investment Fund
Large public artworks along the Great Victorian Rail Trail, supported by the Victorian government, enhance the trail's beauty and cultural significance, attracting more visitors to the region. - No more excuses for Victorian Labor to delay worker fix for Gippsland farmers
The Andrews Labor Government has run out of excuses to delay fixing Victoria's farm worker shortage, after the Federal Government today confirmed details of Australia's ag visa program. - Broken promises and failed support for Victorian comes with cancelation of Commonwealth Games from Andrews Labor government
Andrews Labor government's broken promises: Cancelled Commonwealth Games, mismanagement, and letdown for Victorians. Arrogance and dishonesty persist, hurting hardworking families in a cost of living crisis. - Massive black hole in Victorian government budget for regional areas like Gippsland
Government's failure on projects and creating jobs for the locals, attempting to hide the real status of what was promised. - Justice Melinda Richards of the Victorian Supreme Court shuts down the majority of timber harvesting in East Gippsland
A decision by Justice Richards in the Supreme Court yesterday has delivered a shocking Christmas blow to timber industry workers in East Gippsland. - Andrews Labor government reinstates Victorian Community History Awards and Local History Grants Program
The Andrews Labor government reinstated the Victorian Community History Awards and Local History Grants Program, supporting Latrobe Valley's historical societies and heritage preservation due to Nationals' advocacy. - Cancellation of $6B Regional Victorian Commonwealth Games due to excessive cost
Victorian Commonwealth Games cancelled due to $6B cost. $2B package to deliver housing, tourism, sporting benefits. Termination of Host Agreement; infrastructure projects continue. - Russell Broadbent points out that closing Victorian sustainable hardwood timber industry is devastating blow from Andrews Labor government to Gippsland
The premature closure of Victoria's sustainable hardwood timber industry without a transition plan disregards communities, jobs, and the benefits of active forest management for regional areas. - UNESCO World Heritage listing for Victorian gold rush region being pursued by Baw Baw Shire and 14 other local governments
From the late 1840s to the early 20th century, a global gold rush frenzy transformed rural areas into booming metropolises. The bid seeks World Heritage status, celebrating Victoria's gold rush history alongside iconic Australian sites if approved. - Traralgon and Warragul to benefit from Andrews Victorian government rural residential aged care facilities renewal program
The Victorian Government is upgrading public sector residential aged care services across Eastern Victoria, creating new jobs and ensuring hundreds of older Victorians continue to receive the care and comfort they deserve. - David Littleproud meets regional Victorian farmers over concerns on Labor plan to build high voltage power lines
David Littleproud met with farmers in Charlton to express concern over Labor's plans to build power poles and wires through regional Victoria, urging a Senate enquiry to explore all alternatives. - East Gippslanders back fixing Triple-Zero as Victorian Liberals and Nationals give election promise of $125M additional funding
Triple zero overhaul will be backed by East Gippslanders with Victorian Liberals and Nationals to restore confidence in Triple-Zero calls. - Bass Coast Shire Council shares in $50M from Victorian government Coastal and Estuarine Risk Mitigation Program for Cape to Cape Resilience Project
Bass Coast Shire Council's advocacy efforts continue to pay off for the community with further funding for coastal erosion secured. - Worker shortage will derail Victorian and Gippsland farms and agriculture businesses
The Andrews Labor Government has failed to step up to the plate to solve a desperate shortage of workers across Victorian farms and agriculture businesses. - One Gippsland urges Victorian government to prioritises Gippsland
Looking ahead on advocacy programs for Gippsland in 2023. - Andrews Labor government admits promise for Victorian youth mental health won't be delivered until late 2023
Young Victorians will continue to battle long waits for mental health support. - Start-up Gippsland receives $180,000 from Victorian government Start-Up Gippsland Ecosystem Activation Program
Start-up Gippsland recently received $180,000 from the Victorian government's LaunchVic fund to deliver the Start-Up Gippsland Ecosystem Activation Program. - Pledge of $110M for Gippsland plantations by Victorian Labor government resulted in just 4,000 trees disappointing Timber industry transition
State Labor government pledged $110 million for Gippsland plantations but only planted 4,000 trees in six years, failing commitments to support local jobs and the timber industry, deeply disappointing Gippsland's workforce. - East Gippsland Shire Council supports launch of Victorian Container Deposit Scheme on 1 November 2023 for promoting responsible disposal and recycling
East Gippsland Shire Council anticipates the launch of the Container Deposit Scheme on November 1. Six collection sites are established to promote recycling and reduce littering in the environment. - Gippslanders are owed an explanation for Victorian Government backing imported timber over the local product says Darren Chester
Call for a review with the government decision in importing timber instead of using Victoria's good quality timber. - Assured funding commitment for Victorian Neighbourhood Houses from Victorian Nationals if elected
The Nationals Member for Gippsland South, Danny O'Brien welcomed the funding commitment which he said would provide certainty for Neighbourhood Houses. - Fair compensation and transparency for Victorian timber workers needed to counter Andrew Labor government lack of clarity
The Nationals advocate for transparent compensation for Victoria's native timber industry workers. Concerns raised over lack of clarity and support after industry closure. Efforts to secure fair compensation continue. - Tambo Recycling Centre in Sale leads Victorian Container Deposit Scheme and returns $140k to community fundraising
Sale's Tambo Recycling Centre excels in Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme, with over 1.4 million containers deposited and $140k returned to the local economy in two months, offering fundraising opportunities for community groups. - Danny O'Brien gives fiery address on Victorian budget for road maintenance, timber industry and numerous projects
In his parliamentary address, Danny O'Brien of Gippsland South criticises Victoria's budget, highlighting issues with road maintenance, the timber industry, and the government's handling of numerous projects. - Morwell Mens Shed gets $77k from Victorian government to enhance health and wellbeing of communities.
The Allan Labor government supports community health by funding 28 Men's Sheds, including Morwell Men's Shed, receiving $77,589 for a new facility. - Congratulations to Fiona Weigall for making Victorian Top 50 Public Sector Women as a General Manager in East Gippsland Shire Council
The IPAA Victoria Top 50 Public Sector Women was announced at a function in Melbourne on Friday. Fiona said it was humbling to be recognised among the state's leading public sector female leaders. - On-the-spot fines for trespass on Victorian farms still not ready nearly two years later
New on-the-spot fines for extreme activists who trespass on Victorian farms and threaten the safety of farm families still aren't in place. - Gippsland to share in $3B Victorian economy boost from 2026 Commonwealth Games
Gippsland is set to shine on the world sporting stage in 2026, with the region being confirmed as one of the four regional hubs to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
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