1 – 7 October 2009

A colourful week to be grey!

Seniors Week is Tasmania’s annual celebration of positive ageing.  The event promotes the positive contribution of older people to the community, enables older people to share their experiences and knowledge and encourages older Tasmanians to live their lives to the full.

About Seniors Week 2009

During Seniors Week 2009 older Tasmanians enjoyed over 360 events making it a highlight event of the 2009 calendar.

Event organisers were inspired by the theme "A colourful week to be grey!" and hosted a diverse range of events and activities throughout the State including clogging (also known as Appalachian Mountain Tap), Middle eastern drumming, dragon boat sailing,  bonsai, computer courses, film screenings, concerts, social activities and expos. 

Many organisations also encouraged older Tasmanians to visit by offering free passes throughout the week to venues such as the the Launceston Aquatic Centre and the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery. 

Free travel for Seniors Card holders

Attending activities during Seniors Week 2009 was made even easier for Seniors Card holders who travelled for free on Metro and Merseylink bus services.

You can apply for your Tasmanian Seniors Card by going to any Service Tasmania Shop with three pieces of identification, one showing your date of birth.To be eligible for a Tasmanian Seniors Card you must be a permanent resident of Tasmania, aged 60 years or over and not working more than 20 hours per week in paid employment.

Major sponsor

Seniors Week 2009 is proudly sponsored by Apia Insurance.

Seniors Week is also sponsored by:

• Metro
• Merseylink
• Win TV
• beyondblue

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