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                    Out and About guide

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                    Discover everything Melbourne has on offer for older people and their carers with our Out and About guide.

                    ​​​​​​​​This guide features a range of free or low-cost events, activities, services and support information in the City of Melbourne that promote healthy ageing and social connection.  

                    Melbourne is a great place to age. From regular community meals to gardening groups, tech help to historical tours and plenty more, the Out and About Guide has something to suit all interests. 

                    The guide is organised into six categories: 

                    1. Healthy ageing  
                    2. Arts and culture  
                    3. Health and wellbeing  
                    4. Lifelong learning  
                    5. Social groups  ​
                    6. Services and support. 

                    Within each category, listings are colour-coded by neighbourhood, so you can discover what’s on near you or be inspired to venture out to somewhere new. 

                    Pick up a free copy of our 2024 Out and About Guide at your ​local library, neighbourhood centre​ or community hub. You can also download it below​:​​​​​​​

                    This guide is an annual publication. While every effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date information, activities and services in this guide are subject to change or discontinuation. Please contact the activity organiser directly for further information. 

                    Keep up to date with the latest events and activities and sign up to our monthly e-newsletter by visiting For older people. You can also call us on 9658 9190, email healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au or chat to our team at your local neighbourhood centre.
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