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Hello Hornsby

Introducing ‘Hello Hornsby’, a special program of regular activities, outings, events, information sessions and workshops for Hornsby Shire residents aged 60+ years.

‘Hello Hornsby’ will create environments and opportunities where seniors can come together, meet new people, reconnect with old friends, and perhaps even try or learn something new.

The program of events will be free of charge and will be held in various locations around the Shire.

Here’s what is planned for 2024 – get involved and enjoy!


bee on nectarine orchard Trip to Canoelands Orchard for Mental Health month

Tuesday 15 October

Our trip to Canoelands Orchard will include:

  • Transport to and from Canoelands Orchard
  • Devonshire Tea served on arrival
  • Bee Talk
  • Opportunity to:
    • Hear from the orchardists about the 100 year history of Canoelands Orchard
    • Meet horses and other farm animals
    • Have photos with nectarine blossoms in the background
    • Fruit picking * (subject to availability and conditions – to be paid by the participant)
    • Shopping in the farm stall – fresh produce made/grown on site (fruit, honey, etc)

Location: Canoelands Orchard
Event cost: Free
Booking: Bookings now open. Tickets are limited and bookings are essential.

Sold out - Join Waitlist


elderly enjoying coffee outdoors Coffee & Chat – Carers Week morning tea

Thursday 17 October, 10.30am-12pm

Location: Hornsby Library Room 1
Event cost: Free, no bookings required.

Hello Hornsby invites seniors 60+ to join us for a Coffee & Chat – a fun and informal chance to catch up with friends and neighbours and meet new people. Free morning tea will be provided.


Grandparents Day 2024

Sold out. Waitlist available.

Sunday 27 October
NSW Grandparents Day celebrates this unique relationship across age groups, cultural backgrounds and location.

Join us for a FREE day out!

Hello Hornsby invites Grandparents aged 60+ from Hornsby Shire to bring their grandchildren (ages 0-24) along to Koala Park on Grandparents Day (Sunday, 27 October 2024) for a special day out. Free tickets are available and can be used at Koala Park on Sunday, 27 October 2024 for entry between 9am and 11am.

Sold out – Join waitlist

For more information on Grandparents Day 2024 visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/grandparents-day

For more information on the Koala Park Sanctuary Sydney visit: https://koalapark-sanctuary.com.au/


Senior Sing 2024

Monday 18 November, 10am-1.30pm, Hornsby RSLgroup at concert
Are you 60+? Do you love to sing?

Back by popular demand, Senior Sing is once again scheduled for Social Inclusion Week this year and will be bigger and better than ever!

We are looking for 200 seniors to join us for an opportunity to have fun, meet new people, learn a couple of songs and SING together as the grand finale of the event.

We will learn songs made famous around the globe. Sheet music and lyrics provided. No singing experience is needed – everyone is welcome! Light refreshments will be provided.

Bookings essential as space is limited.

Book now


Hello Hornsby End of Year Concert & Lunchseniors laughing

Monday 2 December, Magpies Waitara

Hello Hornsby invites seniors 60+ to join us for a concert and light lunch at Magpies Waitara.

Booking essential as space is limited.

Book now


Previous 2024 Events

elderly enjoying coffee outdoors Coffee & Chat

Wednesday 17 January, 10.30am-12pm

Location: Hornsby Library (Room 4)
Event cost: Free

Hello Hornsby invites seniors 60+ to join us for a Coffee & Chat – a fun and informal chance to catch up with friends and neighbours and meet new people. Free morning tea will be provided.

elderly enjoying coffee outdoors Coffee & Chat

Tuesday 27 February, 10am-11am

Location: Café Si:Zac, 6/288 Malton Rd North Epping
Event cost: Free

Hello Hornsby invites seniors 60+ to join us for a Coffee & Chat – a fun and informal chance to catch up with friends and neighbours and meet new people.  Free morning tea will be provided.

Seniors Festival 2024 Seniors Week concert and lunch

Fully booked. Waitlist available.

Thursday 14 March

Location: Magpies Waitara
Event cost: Free. Bookings are essential.

Join Waitlist

Hello Hornsby invites seniors 60+ to join us for a Seniors Week concert and light lunch at Magpies Waitara. Tickets are free and must be booked online. Free buses will be available from Galston and Cherrybrook (spaces on these buses is extremely limited).

elderly enjoying coffee outdoors Coffee & Chat

Tuesday 30 April, 10am-11am

Location: Berowra
Event cost: Free

Hello Hornsby invites seniors 60+ to join us for a Coffee & Chat – a fun and informal chance to catch up with friends and neighbours and meet new people.  Free morning tea will be provided.

elderly enjoying coffee outdoors Coffee & Chat

Friday 31 May, 10am-11am

Location: Firestation Playground – Berowra Waters Road, corner of Gully Road, Berowra
Event cost: Free

Hello Hornsby invites seniors 60+ to join us for a Coffee & Chat – a fun and informal chance to catch up with friends and neighbours and meet new people.  Free morning tea will be provided.

elderly enjoying coffee outdoors Coffee & Chat

Tuesday 25 June, 10am-11am

Location: Judge’s Bakery Ghost Building and Plaza, Coronation Street, Hornsby
Event cost: Free

Hello Hornsby invites seniors 60+ to join us for a Coffee & Chat – a fun and informal chance to catch up with friends and neighbours and meet new people.  Free morning tea will be provided.

elderly enjoying coffee outdoors Coffee & Chat

Friday 26 July 10am-11am

Location: Beecroft Station Park – Wongala Cr, Beecroft

Event cost: Free

Hello Hornsby invites seniors 60+ to join us for a Coffee & Chat – a fun and informal chance to catch up with friends and neighbours and meet new people.  Free morning tea will be provided.

Benjamin Law author Credit-Daniel Francisco Robles Wear It Purple Day with Benjamin Law

Friday 30 August, 2pm-6pm

Location: Hornsby Library, 28-44 George St, Hornsby

Event cost: Free

Support our LBGTQIA+ community by wearing the colour purple and joining us for an afternoon of creativity, inspiration and connection.

All Ages Afternoon Tea – Coffee and Chat: 2pm-3pm
A coffee and chat afternoon tea offering games, badge making and connection while promoting Pride and Wear It Purple Day.

Youth Drop In Creative Fun: 3pm-4.30pm
Offering snacks, drinks, games, badge making and more.

Benjamin Law Author Talk: 5pm-6pm
Join Benjamin for a talk about his books, about his career to date and about his own experiences growing up as a gay, Asian-Australian.

Book now

Wear it purple logo

Riverbaot postman cruiseTrip on the Riverboat Postman for Dementia Action Week

Fully booked. Waitlist available.

Tuesday 17 September, 9.45am-1.15pm

As part of ‘Hello Hornsby’ and in honour of Dementia Action Week 2024, we are pleased to invite people with dementia and their carers to join us on The Riverboat Postman tour for a wonderful day out.

The Riverboat Postman Tour is a 3-hour trip along the Hawkesbury River, starting and ending in Brooklyn. Brooklyn is easily accessible by train with Hawkesbury River Station adjacent to the Wharf.

Booking: Tickets are limited and bookings are essential.
Gentle Reminder: Tickets are limited to:

  • People with Dementia
  • Carers of people with Dementia
  • Residents of Hornsby Shire

Join waitlist

For more information, please call Sue Downing, Community Development Officer on 9847 6889.