Hervey Bay community guide
Fresh local activities, talks, outings, markets and creative events for older residents, carers, families and community-minded locals.
Bright, easy-to-scan cards redesigned from the local activity notices you supplied.
Your homemade, collected or unwanted items could be someone else's treasure. Hold a stall at the upcoming open day.
More information: Talk to Sherie or Jen in the Coordinators Office, or call 4194 6781.
A friendly calendar view of talks, outings, open days, library sessions and social events.
Guest speakers on post-partner loss and grief coping strategies. Gold coin donation welcome.
10:00am to 12 noon, Uniting Church Hall, corner of Coal Street and Watkins Street, Howard.
Individual and group challenges with morning tea included. Bookings are essential due to space availability.
10:00am to 12 noon, Halcro Street Community Centre, 30 Halcro Street, Pialba. Call 4194 2441.
A community picnic at Hervey Bay Historical Village and Museum.
11:00am to 1:00pm. Local event notice supplied in your photos.
Local musicians providing entertainment for a lazy Sunday, with refreshments, lucky door prize and raffles.
Doors open 10:00am, concert starts 10:30am. The Citizens Centre, corner of Denman Camp Road and Totness Street, Torquay. Members $5, non-members $7.
A powerful black-and-white photography exhibition celebrating the lives and achievements of people living with dementia.
Stockland Shopping Centre, in front of Kmart.
Services Australia presents an overview of My Aged Care for anyone wanting to learn more about the service.
10:00am to 11:00am, Hervey Bay Library, 23 Main Street, Pialba. Free. Book via frasercoastlibraries.com.au.
Visit the Hervey Bay Seniors Activity Group to find out what happens behind closed doors and how you can join.
10:00am to 2:00pm, 61A Hunter Street, Pialba. Sausage sizzle and drinks available. Enquiries: 4124 8532.
A mystery trip with food and beverages at your own expense from mystery venues. Howard U3A members are subsidised.
9:00am to 4:00pm. Departing Pialba 9:00am and Howard 9:30am. Book by 10 October: howard3a@outlook.com.
A chance to say thank you to local volunteers for their commitment to the community. Morning tea and entertainment included.
10:00am to 12 noon, Uniting Church Hall, Tavistock Street, Torquay. Invitations will be sent out.
Displays, entertainment and car boot sale. Visit the centre to find out what's on offer each week.
8:30am to 11:00am. Hervey Bay 60 & Better, Boat Harbour Drive, Torquay.
Share a cuppa and chat in the library space while celebrating seniors. No bookings required.
10:00am to 11:00am, Hervey Bay Library, 23 Main Street, Pialba. Free.
A mystery day trip with morning tea and lunch included. Payment required at time of booking.
7:30am to 5:00pm. Departs Citizens Centre, corner of Denman Camp Road and Totness Street, Torquay. Members $110, non-members $115.
Learn about mobility scooter rules, regulations and ownership responsibilities. Try the obstacle course if weather permits.
10:00am to 12 noon, Memorial Hall, Pialba. Free. Bookings essential: 4194 2441.
Services Australia presents on retirement planning.
10:00am to 11:00am, Hervey Bay Library, 23 Main Street, Pialba. Free. Book via frasercoastlibraries.com.au.
Share a cuppa and chat in the Maryborough library space while celebrating seniors. No bookings required.
10:00am to 11:00am, Maryborough Library, 127-129 Bazaar Street, Maryborough. Free.
A few early November events from the supplied notices.
All talents welcome, with afternoon tea included. Pre-tickets available from Halcro Street Community Centre. Transport available from Hervey Bay to Maryborough.
1:00pm to 5:00pm, Brolga Theatre. Entry $5. Bookings essential.
Discover ways to stay active, connected and informed, with exhibitors, community services, lifestyle information and activities for over 50s.
9:00am to 2:00pm, Hervey Bay Baptist Church, Nikenbah. Free entry.
Theme: Connections. Capture connections made during Seniors Month. Open to people aged 50+.
Entry forms available at 30 Halcro Street or online at frasercoast.qld.gov.au/seniors-month.
Accessible, social and low-pressure ideas around Hervey Bay for older people, people with disability, carers and support workers.
A welcoming place for groups, community connection, seniors support and garden activities. Council notes accessible footpaths designed to accommodate people using wheelchairs.
30 Halcro Street, Pialba. Ask about current groups, Seniors in Focus and accessibility before attending. Phone 4194 2441.
The library runs regular adult programs, makerspace activities, talks and free community sessions, with many listings tagged for seniors.
Hervey Bay Library, 23 Main Street, Pialba. Check the Our Fraser Coast library programs page for dates and bookings.
Fraser Coast Council publishes accessibility information, mobility maps and details about beach wheelchairs for people with disability.
Good for gentle outings, fresh air, supported walks and seaside visits. Check locations, booking rules and beach conditions first.
U3A-style learning and leisure groups can suit older people wanting low-cost social connection, hobbies and learning for pleasure.
Ask Fraser Coast community directories, local libraries or community centres for current Hervey Bay group details and accessibility.
Hervey Bay Art Society's Gallery 5 is listed locally as open daily with free entry, making it a simple outing for art, conversation and gentle community connection.
5 Sandy Street, Urangan. Call ahead for opening hours, parking and mobility access if needed.
The neighbourhood centre delivers programs and services responding to community needs, including aged and disability support, multicultural services and community events.
Useful for people looking for connection, referrals or local supports. Contact HBNC for current programs and accessibility details.
Local disability providers advertise social programs, life skills, community participation and group outings for NDIS participants.
Ask providers about age suitability, transport, staffing ratios, fees, sensory needs and wheelchair access before booking.
Each October, Council promotes Seniors Month activities designed to help older residents stay active, social and connected.
Check the Fraser Coast Seniors Month page and local council updates for current events, bookings and accessible options.
Support workers can help plan gentle outings such as library visits, beach-path walks, morning tea, craft activities, markets, galleries, appointments and community events.
Contact Motion Caring to talk about goals, mobility needs, transport, companion support and safe activity planning.