From morning teas to Tai Chi sessions, Seniors Week will be celebrated in the Port Douglas and Mossman area with a host of activities planned during August.

Cairns Regional Council has joined with local organisations to arrange a program of activities that promote health, independence and social participation in the community.

“Seniors Week is an opportunity for Queenslanders of all ages to unite and celebrate the valuable contributions of seniors,” Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said.

Division 10 Councillor Julia Leu encouraged residents to get involved in the activities planned.

“There are a variety of different activities planned for Mossman, Port Douglas and Cow Bay," Cr Leu said

“I'm looking forward to attending as many events as possible. It is important to celebrate the enormous contribution of seniors to our way of life.” 

Activities spanning from north of the Daintree River to Mossman and Port Douglas are on offer. 

Celebrations kick off on tomorrow with Douglas Shire Seniors Inc Lunch and Morning Melodies, proudly supported by Mossman Bowls Club and Cairns Regional Council.

This will be followed by Circle of Wisdom’s morning tea at Cow Bay (Diwan Sports Shed, next to the health clinic), Port Douglas Tennis Club’s social tennis morning, morning tea at Mossman Community Centre’s Men’s Shed, Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre’s Broadband for Seniors and Intro to Tai Chi sessions. 

In addition, Council is supporting “in house” Devonshire Teas and sing-alongs for residents at Ozcare and Mossman Multi-Purpose Health Service.

As participation numbers are limited for most activities, bookings are essential

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The Newsport has also found a couple of extra activities from the Cairns region that may be of interest to Port Douglas and Mossman residents during Seniors Week.  It will involve a little travelling but it will be well worth it.

FREE Entry to Cairns Regional Arts Gallery
From 18 to 26th Aug 2012 - With ever changing exhibitions the Gallery offers something for everyone.  Whether it’s your first time or your 20th, venture into the Gallery during Seniors Week for free to see what’s new.  For full details Ph contact 4046 4800

FREE Golf at Half Moon Bay Golf Club, Yorkeys Knob
From 20 Aug 2012 08:00 am to 10:00 am.  Enjoy 18 holes of golf for free upon presentation of your Seniors Card.  Bookings are essential and can be made by contacting Greg Ferry at the club house on 4055 7933 or email: manager@halfmoonbaygolf.com.au

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