Edward River Seniors – It’s Time to Shine!

Published on 20 February 2025

The Edward River Seniors Festival 2025 is just around the corner, taking place from 3-16 March.

The festival will feature a series of amazing free events aimed at seniors over a two-week period.

Edward River Council (ERC) has once again partnered with U3A Deniliquin and Intereach to bring an exciting opportunity for seniors to celebrate, connect and thrive.

This year, the festival is also partnering with Yarkuwa to launch the event with a special Art Workshop.

The festival’s mission is to promote active, healthy, and engaged living for older community members – not just during Seniors Week, but well beyond.

Edward River Mayor Ashley Hall said the festival provides a variety of fun and engaging activities and is a wonderful opportunity to get involved in the community. “The Seniors Festival is a chance for our older residents to meet new people, rekindle old friendships, perhaps learn something new and feel socially connected again,” said Cr Hall.

Tuesday 4 March: Art Workshop at Yarkuwa A guided art session with Jo Nathan will explore stories through Indigenous art, where participants can create their own colourful coasters. Time: 10am - 12noon

Tuesday 11 March: Movie Screening – "Thelma" This 2024 American comedy-drama film, written, directed, and edited by Josh Margolin, will be screened for attendees. Time: 10am - 12noon Location: Deniliquin Town Hall

Saturday 15 March: Community Garden Open Morning Expert tips on pruning, pest control, and preparing gardens for autumn will be shared in this special open garden experience. Time: 10am - 12noon

These three events are supported by the NSW government.

Edward River Library will also hold two informative sessions for seniors during the festival, including:

Tuesday 4 March: Author Talk – Gary Davis Join author Gary Davis and hear him talk about his latest novel. 'Pitt Street Bankers' is based on actual events, the foreign currency bank loans scheme that occurred in Australia in the 1980’s. This is a story about money and how it impacts the lives of farmers and small business owners. Time: 10:30am

Thursday 6 March: Staying Safe Online

CommBank Deniliquin is presenting a free Staying Safe Online seminar at Deniliquin Library. Join us to learn more about identifying and protecting yourself from scams and fraud. Time: 1:30-2:30pm

Places are limited for the art workshop, movie screening and garden open morning – bookings are essential for these sessions: call Helen on 0400 110 749.

Bookings are not required for the library events – just turn up on the day. Or call the Library on 03 5898 3100 for more information.