Greater Shepparton City Council noted the awarding of close to $3,000 in grant funding to seven local clubs and organisations at the September Council Meeting, as part of the 2023 Seniors Festival Grant Program.
Held annually in October, the Victorian Seniors Festival is an opportunity to celebrate the contribution made by seniors in our community. Through State Government and Council funding, a grant pool was made available to support the participation of seniors in a range of local activities throughout the festival.
The Seniors Festival is targeted at people aged 60 years and over, which represents more than 27 per cent of the Greater Shepparton population. Over 1000 events occur state-wide and many are planned locally. The Grants provide support to community organisations, services and clubs to develop a program that will give senior members of our community the opportunity to participate in a range of activities that enhance their social interaction, try new things and increase physical activity and wellbeing.
The successful applicants for 2023 involve a range of events, including an afternoon tea, clay bird making, musical performance, history walk, come and try golf croquet, and come and see days at local Men’s Sheds.
Mayor, Councillor Shane Sali, said Council were pleased to note the awarding of this grant funding at the Council Meeting, acknowledging the important social role the Seniors Festival plays in the community.
“Each year the Victorian Seniors Festival provides residents with a packed calendar of events involving a range of activities, shows and social outings they can take part in,” he said.
“It is an important initiative which encourages seniors to get involved and mix with other community members. We are pleased to see more than 100 events in Greater Shepparton on the calendar across the month of October and we encourage all seniors to take part in the range of activities and events on offer.”
