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25.01.2022 Looking to foster engagement and retention within your multigenerational team? We are offering a free online training package on upholding the rights of older w...orkers. Your team will gain a deeper understanding of the nature of age discrimination and will learn practical ways of working together. This package is being offered with the support of the Dept of Communities and Justice NSW - safer together and is currently available to NSW public service employees, NSW-based local and federal government employees and those in the private sector in NSW. Want to know more? Submit your interest online here: https://humanrights.gov.au//upholding-rights-older-workers

24.01.2022 Protect your loved ones. Get tested even if you have mild symptoms. Testing is safe, free and easy. Find a COVID 19 clinic near you: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

24.01.2022 This weekend marks the start of Legacy Week, the annual appeal to support the families of veterans who have served for our country. Legacy Week is now in its 78...th year and will be held this Sunday, 30 August to Saturday, 5 September 2020. The current social restrictions should not stop us from supporting this very worthwhile cause. Legacy Australia Legacy Mark NSW Government See more

24.01.2022 Happy Grandparents Day!

23.01.2022 DELICIOUS MEALS TO YOUR DOOR Meals on Wheels NSW going gourmet! The folks at Meals on Wheels believe that food should be something to be enjoyed at any age. They have working on making their meals tastier and more nutritious. ... We caught up with them at the NSW Seniors Festival Expo, check out our conversation. More choice, more protein, more satisfying meals right to your door.

23.01.2022 Thereve been 6 #domesticviolence deaths in NSW in 8 weeks. Imagine if these were one punch attacks? Or terrorist attacks? Awful incidents all - but Im confident wed be speaking about it more. These lives matter. Today were asking, if you hear or see #DV call NSW Police now, said, Mark Speakman, NSW Attorney General and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence in response to the #9News exclusive. https://mobile.twitter.com/9News/status/1277158572560875522

23.01.2022 Our older #volunteers have been there to help us all through the challenges of the past 12 months. Give back to them by sharing our video and nominating a #seni...orvolunteer for a #NSWVolunteerAwards this year. Thanks to Your local club NSW Government and Australian Seniors Insurance Agency for supporting volunteering and the awards. Geoff Lee - MP, Seat of Parramatta NSW Seniors Festival Dignity Meals on Wheels NSW Cancer Council NSW Gareth Ward

22.01.2022 Nominate an incredible woman for the NSW Women of the Year Awards! She might be a role model, a trailblazer in her field, or an unsung hero who works with quiet dedication behind the scenes. She might be your daughter, mother, sister or friend! Nominations close at 11.59pm on Friday 11 September 2020.... https://www.women.nsw.gov.au/news-and-eve/women-of-the-year See more

22.01.2022 Its the first day of spring and #NationalWattleDay Youve probably noticed blooming wattle trees across NSW, and the scent of its sweet flower that youll us...ually smell before you even see it. Wattle bout these fun facts: It is our national floral emblem Represents our national colours (green + gold) Over 1,000 different species of wattle Resilient plant withstands droughts, winds and bushfires Wattle represents the spirit of the Australian people.

22.01.2022 "I think the stories give people the opportunity to see the seniors from a different perspective" Download and read the wonderful collection of 100 Seniors' Stories here https://www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au/news-act/seniors-stories Rosemary Baldry from Winmalee talks to Jean Kittson about Seniors' Stories, resilience, and her story 'The Phoenix'.... When the devastating bushfires tore through Rosemary's street in 2013, she was touched by how people reached out to support each other and this is the inspiration behind her story.

21.01.2022 #lestweforget2021

21.01.2022 Great to see Roger and Annette with their dancing shoes on Its so important to stay active and keep up the things you love. How are you staying active during COVID-19?

21.01.2022 CASTING CALL Series 2 of Old Peoples Home for 4 Year Olds Did you watch the first series of the ABC documentary? The show connects older Australians with young kids to improve health and happiness. The team behind the show are looking for older people in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney who are still living at home to participate in the new series.... If you are interested, please call Kaite on 0411 048 370 or email [email protected]

21.01.2022 Even if you have mild symptoms, get tested for COVID-19. Symptoms of COVID-19 can include fever, cough, sore/scratchy throat and shortness of breath, as well as... other reported symptoms including loss of smell, loss of taste, runny nose, muscle pain, joint pain, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting and loss of appetite. Find a COVID 19 clinic near you https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

20.01.2022 Do you have a bold idea or story waiting to be shared with the world? Put pen to paper and warm up your vocal cords with free slam poetry workshops for seniors. The GRAN SLAM project is running workshops for NSW seniors across September and October.... Sign up here: https://www.everybodynow.com.au/granslam

19.01.2022 Do you know someone who inspires you? Chances are you do. Its easy to recognise them. #NominateNow and recognise them through the #AusoftheYear Awards via https://www.australianoftheyear.org.au/nominate/

18.01.2022 Did you know today is s very first Thank a First Responder Day? Every day our first responders are there for us, but 2020 has been an incredibly tough year w...ith bushfires followed by floods and now COVID-19. Today is all about showing appreciation to the brave men and women who work around the clock to protect, defend and care for our communities. Thank you

18.01.2022 Today marks the 75th anniversary of the Victory in Europe and the beginning of the end of the Second World War. To commemorate this important anniversary, the N...SW Office for Veterans Affairs is collecting stories from WWII veterans living in NSW. You can read these stories at https://www.warmemorialsregister.nsw.gov.au/nsw-stories. If you would like to share your WW2 experience let OVA know at https://www.veterans.nsw.gov.au/commemoration/wwii-75/

16.01.2022 If you feel unwell, please continue to do the right thing for everyone and stay home. Find your closest testing clinic here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/testing-clinics There are definitely some benefits to staying at home. Here are some of our favourites.

16.01.2022 This is Cobber. And Cobbers favourite armchair. Among many other things, Cobber happens to be a senior citizen. When asked to talk about his experience of be...ing a senior citizen, he said I dont want to say anything, Im too young! If you want to see Cobber and an amazing group of NSWs over 60s living their best lives, we highly recommend taking a peek at portraits from The Art of Ageing 2020 https://bit.ly/Art-of-Ageing-2020

15.01.2022 Spend less time worrying about energy bills and more time planning your next adventure. Because right now, AGL is giving Seniors Card holders a great deal on energy, with a sign-up credit just for joining and ongoing quarterly credits for 24 months. Seniors also benefit from no lock-in contracts, no extra fees for paper bills and no fees for paying at Australia Post. And to make life easier, AGL has a dedicated Seniors 24/7 phone line. Switching is simple, just visit www.agl.com.au/seniors or call 1300 001 517 and quote Seniors. Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply. Plan info at agl.com.au/bpid

14.01.2022 Not even a blizzard would break up this scuffle

14.01.2022 For 2020 the theme for Seniors' Stories was, appropriately, ‘resilience’. Download and read the wonderful collection of 100 Seniors' Stories here https://www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au/news-act/seniors-stories Comedian Jean Kittson was once again onboard to interview some of the terrific authors from around the state.... The competition started back in 2013 as a way of recognising and valuing the experiences of NSW seniors and building connections between the young and old.

14.01.2022 Combatting Social Isolation for Seniors during COVID-19 The NSW Government has awarded more than $700,000 in funding for projects that reduce social isolation for seniors during COVID-19. 24 organisations have received funding to deliver programs that help older people stay connected. ... You can view the successful organisations here https://bit.ly/2BO1UjX

13.01.2022 Weve updated our advice on wearing face masks. If youre unable to maintain a physical distance of 1.5m in any situation, consider wearing a face mask. This co...uld be while: In the supermarket Caring for others On public transport While working in a customer-facing job Attending a place of worship Read more https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/face-masks

13.01.2022 Even with mild symptoms, it is important to get tested for COVID-19. You must self-isolate until you get your test result. You will usually get your result within 24-72 hours. Symptoms include fever, cough, sore/scratchy throat, loss of smell, loss of taste, shortness of breath, runny nose, joint pain, muscle pain, headache, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting and loss of appetite. Find a COVID-19 clinic near you: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

12.01.2022 Right now at AGL Australia, Seniors get a great deal for switching their home electricity and gas, with a welcome credit on the first bill, and bonus bill credits every three months for the next 24 months. Check out the details at agl.com.au/seniors or call our dedicated Seniors line on 1300 001 517 and quote Seniors. Don’t forget, AGL makes life easier for Seniors with no lock-in contracts, no paper bill fees or fees for paying at Australia Post. *Eligibility criteria and other T&Cs apply, visit agl.com.au/seniors for details. Plan info at agl.com.au/bpid

12.01.2022 Did you know that COVID has seen more people getting outdoors? 47% of people are spending more time in public spaces 64% of people are walking more ...95% of people use public space for personal exercise 61% of people are cycling more. Tell us about how you use and value public spaces differently now - have your say https://bit.ly/HYS-Great-Public-Spaces

12.01.2022 New YouTube series! Age, Abuse and Justice short case studies about elder abuse. Watch it now! https://www.youtube.com/playlist

11.01.2022 To celebrate Water Week, we want to introduce you to two teams who play very important roles at Sydney Water. One photo features a team of experts who are help...ing identify COVID hotspots from wastewater samples. The other photo shows a team of experts who protect the public by using their snoots to sniff out leaks in wastewater pipes. We'll leave you to guess which is which

11.01.2022 New YouTube series! 'Age, Abuse and Justice' short case studies about elder abuse. Watch it now! https://www.youtube.com/playlist

09.01.2022 If you’re looking after someone you love, you might be a carer. Caring can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging. There’s support available. Find out more at www.caring.dcj.nsw.gov.au

09.01.2022 It's #WorldBeeDay! Did you know most Australian bees are solitary? They raise their young in burrows or in tiny hollows in timber.

08.01.2022 Your swimming pool could have a bigger purpose this summer! With bushfire season commencing, we urge any residents that have a pool, water tank or dam to sign u...p to our Static Water Supply (SWS) program. By displaying this free sign on your letterbox, firefighters can identify where there is an emergency water supply available to protect your home and possessions. Contact your local fire station to sign up now and be bushfire ready. #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire #ProtectTheIrreplaceable

08.01.2022 It's the first day of spring and #NationalWattleDay You've probably noticed blooming wattle trees across NSW, and the scent of its sweet flower that you'll us...ually smell before you even see it. Wattle 'bout these fun facts: It is our national floral emblem Represents our national colours (green + gold) Over 1,000 different species of wattle Resilient plant withstands droughts, winds and bushfires Wattle represents the spirit of the Australian people.

08.01.2022 Have you checked out the Expo Online yet? Our exhibitors have recorded fun and informative videos with the lovely Jean Kittson! Check them out here expo.seniorsfestival.nsw.gov.au/expo-online

06.01.2022 Its #WorldBeeDay! Did you know most Australian bees are solitary? They raise their young in burrows or in tiny hollows in timber.

06.01.2022 Just a quick notice to our festival family: The NSW Seniors Festival team will be out of office over the Christmas break. Stay safe and have a merry Christmas and happy new year!

05.01.2022 Calling all seniors! Are you 65+ and have a COVID-19 question? Please film your question on your phone and send it to [email protected]... Dr Jan will answer them on Monday at 2pm.

05.01.2022 Wow, what an incredible change

05.01.2022 Our Northern NSW beaches are critical habitat for the endangered loggerhead turtle and vulnerable green turtle. Department of Planning, Industry and Environment...'s Saving our Species Program has teamed up with Australian Seabird Rescue Inc to develop NSW TurtleWatch. Its a citizen science program where volunteers collect valuable info and data on turtles and their threats so we can help the survival of these precious species. Learn more and get involved https://bit.ly/NSW-TurtleWatch-Program : Alex Pike/ Department of Planning, Industry and Environment

04.01.2022 We need your help Our new Seniors Festival Expo website is nearly ready to launch and we need 8 volunteers to test it! If you're 60 years and over, live independently and have a computer with internet connection, we would love to hear from you.... Online sessions to be held on Mon 13 and Tues 14 July and would take approx. 1 hour. To express your interest please fill in your details here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RP5ZS6J

04.01.2022 Great to see Roger and Annette with their dancing shoes on It's so important to stay active and keep up the things you love. How are you staying active during COVID-19?

04.01.2022 Restrictions on moving around in the community are loosening, but seniors need to be extra careful as life starts to go back to normal. There are no restrictions in place about older people spending time outside their homes. However, people over 70 years old are more likely to become very ill if they contract #COVID19. So, exercise caution when deciding who to visit and where you go.... If you go to the shops or a restaurant and it looks busy, return home and try again later. Its exciting to be able to visit with your children and grandkids again. But its still important to maintain physical distancing for your health, even inside the home. Rather than hugging your grandkids, for now, its best to stick to a wave or an elbow bump. And of course, make sure that anyone with a runny nose or a sore throat stays at home! Finally, please make sure you practice good hygiene, and if you have any symptoms at all, get tested.

03.01.2022 "You actually become invisible in society, nobody sees you in the line... with writing nobody knows who you are, or what you are, but all they know is your words, and words are very powerful" Senior Gail Houghton reflects on the power of writing and the importance of Seniors' Stories. Download and read Gail's story, along with the full collection of 100 Seniors' Stories here ... https://www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au/news-act/seniors-stories

03.01.2022 COVID-19 is circulating in our community. Help keep your loved ones safe as we head into the festive season. Please get tested immediately and self-isolate if... you have any symptoms or have visited case locations. We thank the thousands of residents who have already come forward to get tested. We please ask for your patience as our health teams work to minimise waiting times at clinics and open additional locations. For the latest COVID-19 case locations in NSW, visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates Find Northern Beaches COVID-19 testing clinics: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/clinics/northern-beaches There are more than 300 COVID-19 testing locations across NSW, many of which are open seven days a week. Find your nearest testing clinic here: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics Thank you for your continued support in 2020. Remember to keep COVID safe and help each other. We will get through this together.

03.01.2022 It is safe and easy to get tested for COVID-19. You will usually get your result within 24-72 hours. It is very important to get tested for COVID-19, even with mild symptoms. Find a COVID-19 clinic near you: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

02.01.2022 On this day 53 years ago, Burt Munro took to the famous Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, USA and made motorcycle history by setting a new official land speed record. Burt continues to lead from the front with the record still unbroken to this day.

02.01.2022 Such a beautiful moment

02.01.2022 Did you know that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.. was crowned at age 27 has two birthdays 21 April & her official birthday held on Sat in June is the l...ongest reigning monarch ever in beating her great-great-grandma (Queen Victoria) is the only person in to drive without a licence & still does s corgis : NSW State Archives

01.01.2022 Looking for volunteers? We can help Register today on our new online platform to find volunteers looking to help during COVID19. This is how it works... if youre looking for volunteers, simply register your details online and well link you up with volunteers in your local area. Its that easy. Register here: https://emergency.volunteer.org.au/ For more information about National Volunteer Week visit: https://bit.ly/2yafa0K Easy Care Gardening Inc The Centre for Volunteering #NVW2020 #NVW

01.01.2022 Take our quick survey for your chance to win one of three $100 gift vouchers! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6KXP395 We're planning what Seniors Festival will look like in 2021, and we'd like to hear your thoughts.

01.01.2022 "The older kids call me by my name but most of the time Im the lollipop lady. I dont mind being called that at all. I really love it. My grandkids are my ever...ything. I thought Id give this job a go and see, and you know what... I love it. I really do. Im a crossing supervisor at Cronulla South Public School and the kids here are fantastic, so polite and they always say good morning and thank you. Such good kids, kids youd be proud to have. Its nice to be out here every day. All the bus drivers wave. The garbage truck men wave, the police, they all come around and they say hello. Its like being part of a big NSW Government family. Theres a sweet, old lady who lives up the road and she drives past the crossing each morning and she waves at me. Shell even come down and say, "youre doing a really good job, great work". Shes so cute and it makes my day. The community, the teachers, the parents are so appreciative and it makes such a difference. Im here to look out for their kids. Everyone can be in a rush but its important to just slow down. Remember, youre only allowed to be driving 40km/ph in school zones. The kids come first. You have to understand that theyre only little. They can do silly things without thinking. So slow down, keep an eye out and watch out for me and my big red stop sign. If youre considering becoming a crossing supervisor, its worth doing. You feel like a part of the community when you do this job. You get to know people and they get to know you. Im going to be doing this for a long time yet. Up until I retire. Maybe even after. As long as the kids are at school and I have my big red lollipop sign. Ill be here." - Donna, NSW Crossing Supervisor, Cronulla South Public School. A big thank you to all our NSW crossing supervisors and a huge welcome to 88 new recruits who are keeping our kids safe around NSW. Be sure to say hello to your local supervisor on the next school run. If youre interested in applying to be one https://bit.ly/School-Crossing-Supervisors

01.01.2022 "The older kids call me by my name but most of the time I'm the lollipop lady. I don't mind being called that at all. I really love it. My grandkids are my ever...ything. I thought I'd give this job a go and see, and you know what... I love it. I really do. I'm a crossing supervisor at Cronulla South Public School and the kids here are fantastic, so polite and they always say good morning and thank you. Such good kids, kids you'd be proud to have. It's nice to be out here every day. All the bus drivers wave. The garbage truck men wave, the police, they all come around and they say hello. It's like being part of a big NSW Government family. There's a sweet, old lady who lives up the road and she drives past the crossing each morning and she waves at me. She'll even come down and say, "you're doing a really good job, great work". She's so cute and it makes my day. The community, the teachers, the parents are so appreciative and it makes such a difference. I'm here to look out for their kids. Everyone can be in a rush but it's important to just slow down. Remember, you're only allowed to be driving 40km/ph in school zones. The kids come first. You have to understand that they're only little. They can do silly things without thinking. So slow down, keep an eye out and watch out for me and my big red stop sign. If you're considering becoming a crossing supervisor, it's worth doing. You feel like a part of the community when you do this job. You get to know people and they get to know you. I'm going to be doing this for a long time yet. Up until I retire. Maybe even after. As long as the kids are at school and I have my big red lollipop sign. I'll be here." - Donna, NSW Crossing Supervisor, Cronulla South Public School. A big thank you to all our NSW crossing supervisors and a huge welcome to 88 new recruits who are keeping our kids safe around NSW. Be sure to say hello to your local supervisor on the next school run. If you're interested in applying to be one https://bit.ly/School-Crossing-Supervisors

01.01.2022 Anyone elses dog loving that their human now works from home a lot more? These good government doggos are celebrating International Dog Day by pitching in a little extra around the home office today