PREPARATIONS are underway for this year’s Annual Southern Downs Seniors Leisure and Lifestyle Expo and registrations are now open for groups and organisations keen to secure a stall.
The Seniors Leisure and Lifestyle Expo has been locked in for Thursday 18 August and will be held for the second year at the Warwick Senior Citizens Association, Corner of Albert and Guy streets, Warwick.
Southern Downs Regional Council mayor Tracy Dobie said the expo was a signature event in the Seniors Month calendar, and she encouraged people to take up the opportunity to showcase their services by registering for an expo stall.
“The expo is co-ordinated by an enthusiastic volunteer committee with support from Southern Downs Regional Council,” Cr Dobie said.
“Now in its 10th year, the expo provides a key avenue for the Southern Downs community to showcase their services, recreational and cultural activities available to those members of the community who are 55 years plus.
“Events like this offer the opportunity for seniors to access information in one location that can support them to live a vibrant and active life in their community
“Past expos have featured more than 50 stalls, numerous demonstrations, entertainment and food and have attracted hundreds of people.”
Community groups, services and businesses can support the expo in a number of ways including having a display and information stall, doing some demonstrations or providing entertainment that represents their organisation’s interests or service focus.
“There are numerous benefits associated with participating in the expo, such as raising the profile of services and activities and increasing membership numbers, which supports ongoing sustainability of groups, clubs and services in the region,” she said.
“So, I would encourage people to get on board and register their place.”
To register, complete the 2016 Seniors Leisure and Lifestyle Expo Registration Form, available from the council’s website at www.sdrc.qld.gov.au; pick up a copy from the community contact centres or call the council on 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372).
Completed registration forms must be received by the council no later than 5pm on Thursday 21 July.
For more information contact the council’s community services team on 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372).
