Wide Bay Seniors Forum and Facilitated Regional Consultation | 7 May 2026
National Seniors Australia (NSA) are pleased to invite older people from the Wide Bay region to attend a free Seniors Forum, followed by a facilitated Regional Consultation exploring what supports or limits a good later life in regional communities.
Morning Seniors Forum (open to all, up to 100 people)
9:00am – 11:30am AEST
Facilitated Regional Consultation Session (limited places, up to 20 people)
11:30am – 1:00pm AEST
Lunch provided from 1:00pm – 2:00pm for those participating in the session. Research will help inform National Seniors Australia policy and recommendations to governments.
Cost: Free event.
Registration is essential.
Places for the regional consultation are limited.
Morning Seniors Forum (open to all, up to 100 people) 9:00am – 11:30am AEST The forum will provide practical information updates and an opportunity to ask the experts, including:
- NSA advocacy priorities and current campaigns
- Tips to save money and make the most of NSA benefits
- Staying socially connected through branches and groups
- Understanding aged care and support at home
- Morning tea and networking
Facilitated Regional Consultation Session (limited places, up to 20 people) 11:30am – 1:00pm AEST Lunch provided from 1:00pm – 2:00pm for those participating in the session. Research will help inform National Seniors Australia policy and recommendations to governments. This facilitated discussion will explore:
- Barriers older people face to living a good life in the region
- What works well locally and supports ageing well
- How lived experience can inform national advocacy and research
- Insights will contribute to a National Seniors Australia report for the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Who should attend?
- Older people living in regional, rural or remote areas
- Community members interested in ageing well locally
- Those with lived experience of Centrelink, aged care or home support systems.
