Seniors Week

WA Seniors Week is running from 10 - 17 November this year and aims to recognise the important role that older people play in our community. Seniors Week is about highlighting the contributions of older people and celebrating their active participation in community life.

This year, the Shire and select organisations are proudly hosting a range of fun activities that will run from 11 - 16 November. These activities and events aim to give seniors an opportunity to connect with each other, promote healthy wellbeing, and raise awareness about the local services SJ has to offer.

The following events are proudly supported by COTA Western Australia, the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, Lotterywest, and Act Belong Commit.

2024 Schedule

Monday, 11 November

Moondyne Joe and Toodyay's Glow - Bus Trip

This event is hosted by SJ Shire.

Kick off your journey with a traditional morning tea at Noble Falls, followed by a scenic drive through the Avon Valley with insights into Moondyne Joe, the famous bushranger. Explore Toodyay's historic Newcastle Jail and enjoy a two-course roast lunch at the Victoria Hotel. After some free time to shop, including visits to op shops and the Christmas Shop, we'll visit Cooringa Wines, the oldest winery in the Avon Valley. On the way back, join in a fun sing-along to wrap up the day.

  • Choose a pickup time and place that suits you
    • 7:45am at SJ Community Recreation Centre, 38 Mead Street Byford
    • 8:25am at Bruno Gianatti Hall, Munro Street Jarrahdale
    • 9:00am at Serpentine Leisure Village, 2489 Southwestern Highway Serpentine
  • Return at 3:30pm to one of the above locations of your choice
  • Cost: $20 per person. This includes transport, morning tea, and a two-course roast lunch
  • Bookings are essential!

Book online

You can also book and pay for your spot by visiting the Shire Administration Building at 6 Paterson Street Mundijong during opening hours between Monday - Friday.

Les Mills Body Balance

This event is hosted by the Y.

Head down to the Y and try your first session of Les Mills Body Balance free of charge. A new generation yoga class that will improve your mind, your body and your life!

Suitable for beginners.

  • 10:30am - 11:30am
  • Serpentine Jarrahdale Community Recreation Centre, 38 Mead Street Byford
  • FREE
  • Bookings are essential

For bookings, please call 9550 6777

Tuesday, 12 November

Christmas Card & Craft Making

This event is hosted by SJ Library Services.

Join the SJ Library Services for a festive Christmas card making and crafts session. All materials included.

  • 1pm - 2pm
  • Byford Library, 858 Southwestern Highway Byford
  • FREE

No bookings required.

Social Badminton in Jarrahdale

This event is held weekly thanks to the Jarrahdale Social Badminton Group.

Bring along your badminton racket and join this open day with the Jarrahdale Social Badminton Club at Bruno Gianatti Hall.

  • 9am - 12pm
  • Bruno Gianatti Hall, Munro Street Jarrahdale
  • FREE
  • Any questions, feel free to call Anuj on 9526 1171

No bookings required.

Wednesday, 13 November

Meet & Eat

This event is hosted by Serpentine Jarrahdale Community Resource Centre (SJ CRC).

Meet up at the SJ CRC for a fabulous lunch with friends and friends you haven’t met yet.

  • 11am - 4pm
  • SJ CRC, 2 Paterson Street Mundijong
  • FREE
  • Bookings are required

To book, please call 9503 2967

SJ CRC Activity Afternoon

This event is hosted by Serpentine Jarrahdale Community Resource Centre (SJ CRC).

Stay after lunch or come just for the activities. Get fit and have fun at the SJ CRC.

  • 11am - 4pm
  • SJ CRC, 2 Paterson Street Mundijong
  • FREE
  • Bookings are required

To book, please call 9503 2967

Thursday, 14 November

Scan and Save Your Photos and Memories

This event is hosted by SJ Library Services.

Want to digitise your photographs? Call the SJ Library Services to book a time, and staff will assist you on the day. Bring along with your own USB.

  • 9:30am - 4pm (anytime during these hours)
  • Byford Library, 858 Southwestern Highway Byford
  • FREE
  • Bookings are required

To book, please call 9526 1133

Zumba Gold

This event is hosted by the Y.

Check out this weekly fast-paced seniors fitness routine combining dance, fitness and fun.

  • 10:30am - 11:15am
  • Serpentine Jarrahdale Community Recreation Centre, 38 Mead Street Byford
  • $10 
  • Bookings are required

To book, please call 9550 6777

Friday, 15 November

Seniors Chair Yoga

This event is hosted by SJ Library Services.

SJ Library Services has partnered with Yoga on the Farm to deliver a free session of Seniors Chair Yoga. Chair Yoga is a specific form of yoga as therapy that is practiced whilst sitting on a chair or standing using a chair for support. Please wear loose, comfortable clothes to the class.

  • 11:30am - 12:30pm
  • Byford Library, 858 Southwestern Highway Byford
  • FREE
  • Bookings are required

To book, please call 9526 1133

Keep Fit Exercise Class and Morning Tea

This event is hosted by Serpentine Jarrahdale Community Resource Centre (SJ CRC).

Join likeminded seniors in a gentle and fun exercise class suitable for all abilities. Stay for a social morning tea with a hot drink and your choice of banana bread or scone.

  • 9am class. Followed by morning tea at 10:30am
  • SJ CRC, 2 Paterson Street Mundijong
  • $5
  • Bookings are preferred.

To book, please call 9503 2967

Saturday, 16 November

Writers Group

This event is hosted by SJ Library Services.

For writers at all stages from idea to published, our in-house professional author presents a very relaxed, low-key session to inspire, motivate, and guide your writing journey. These sessions are un-structured, adapting to the needs of those in attendance, and open to writers of all modes, topics, genres, styles, and for ages 12 and over.

  • 12pm - 2pm
  • Byford Library, 858 Southwestern Highway Byford
  • FREE

No bookings required.

Croquet Open Gala Day

This event is hosted by the Byford & Districts Croquet Club.

Join the Byford & Districts Croquet Club for an Open Gala Day. Find out more about croquet and enjoy a free sausage sizzle lunch.

  • 10am - 2pm
  • Bill Hicks Pavillion and Grounds, Plaistow Boulevard Byford
  • FREE
  • Bookings are preferred for catering purposes.

To book, please call Marie on 0427 192 799