Activities for seniors

A program to encourage participants to explore their interests and develop skills through musical expression. A great social opportunity for people with disabilities. This program can be accessed using your NDIS plan.

Mondays 1 – 2:30pm, starting 2 February (ongoing)
(no class 9 March)

Decoupage is a decorative and timeless art which originated in Venice in the 18th Century. It follows ancient techniques developed by skilled artisans of the era.

Decoupage is created by using cut-out paper images assembled on an object with a painted background such as, wood, ceramics, glass, eggs, jewellery, and anything else which has a hard surface.

During class you will learn all aspects of Decoupage such as, techniques on how to cut, design, paint, (with brushes and sea sponges) glue, varnish, sand, and how to obtain a beautiful finish.

Suitable for all levels.

Monday 12:30 to 2:30 pm
Term 1, 2026 from 2 Feb $223 (8 weeks) * NO CLASS 9th Mar (Labour Day)
Term 2, 2026 from 20 Apr $250 (9 weeks) * NO CLASS 8th Jun (King’s Birthday)

Whether you’re a seasoned pro in the kitchen or just starting to explore gluten-free options, this class is for YOU.
Learn how to prepare safe, affordable, healthy and delicious gluten-free meals for coeliacs!
Free recipe to take home and try each week.

Mon 1pm - 3pm
T1: 16 Feb - 23 Mar (5wks, nc 9/3)
T2: 4 May - 1 Jun (5wks)

A lovely group enjoying flower arranging in both traditional and contemporary ways. Bring your own supplies and spend a relaxing morning creating gorgeous arrangements.

Do you find book-clubs leave you wanting more? Are you seeking a more in-depth exploration into literary works? Would you like to share your love of literature with like-minded souls?

Then this course is for you!

Led by Barbara Boxhall, a passionate literature teacher of over 30 years, this course will take you deep into the themes, language and composition of classic and contemporary literary works.

Classes are composed of a small group of literature lovers who will enjoy discussing, analyzing and appreciating the nuances and hidden threads and themes that make up a literary work. Barbara will lead a discussion which invites participants to read, explore and contribute.

You will build connections with your class mates, authors and literary works as well as enjoying a thought-provoking afternoon.

The course runs once every term for 6-weeks on Tuesday afternoons 1pm - 3pm, during which time you will focus on one key text supplemented by other smaller literary pieces.

Revive old furniture using traditional French Polishing and restoration methods. Minor repairs can be made under supervision and all skills levels can be accommodated.

Thursday 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Term 1, 2026 from 5 Feb $250.00 (9 Weeks)
Term 2, 2026 from 23 Apr $250.00 (9 Weeks)

Continue on your German language journey. Class covers reading, writing, conversation and grammar, as well as German culture and travel. Requires 3 years of practice.

Tuesday 1:00 pm – 2.30 pm

Come and try one of our life drawing, painting or portraiture sessions. We have a range of tutored and untutored classes, for beginners and advanced artists. A full timetable of day and evening sessions is available on the website.

Sumi-e is the ancient art of Japanese brush painting. Traditionally, paintings feature subjects from nature, such as flowers and birds.

You will learn to feel and capture the meaning of objects from nature with your interpretation then you will express the objects variously with brush pressure, rhythm, tones and confidence in your strokes. There is much more to creating an image during the process of Japanese ink painting; it is also meditative practice.

All materials including brushes included.

Fridays 1:00pm - 3:00pm (2h)
27th February - 27th March
Cost: $260 - 5 weeks
Room: Studio 1
Teacher: Junko Azukawa