SRCWA ROCKINGHAM HAVE A GO DAY a LiveLighter Event
The 2023 Rockingham Have a Go Day a LiveLighter Event was held on Wednesday 29th March was a successful event for seniors who were treated to a lovely day out. This was the at 11th Rockingham Have a Go Day, a LiveLighter Event which was held at the Mike Barnette Sports Complex in Rockingham. There were more than 60 sites and activities spread across the main hall showcasing Seniors’ Clubs, Groups, Agencies and Businesses from the Rockingham and surrounding areas.
The Official Opening commenced at 10.00am with an introduction by SRCWA Executive Officer Dawn Yates, who introduced the Mayor of Rockingham Cr Deb Hamblin who officially opened the day.
Activities and entertainment included, Swing n’ Sway dance group, Ukulele Group, Indoor Bowls, Hart Sports Equipment, Quoits, Game of Bob, Seated Hover Soccer, Carpet Golf and Exergaming, .
Thanks to the SRCWA Rockingham Branch President Carole Overington and SRCWA Head Office, the day was enjoyed by all. The Lions Club of Rockingham provided a “Sausage Sizzle” on the day which complimented the free tea, coffee and bottled water on offer. Thank you to all the SRCWA volunteers and the local Clubs and Groups who’s hard work was invaluable in making this a great event. Thank you also to Cockburn Party Hire who set up and packed down the event. Thank you to SRCWA photographers Martin Yates and Richard Dermody for capturing the event.
This event would not have been possible without the magnificent sponsorship of; City of Rockingham, LiveLighter Healthway, Have a Go News, Government of WA and Cockburn Party Hire.
SRCWA State Over 60’s Mixed Pairs Lawn Bowls
Seventy two teams took part in the 2023 Seniors Recreation Council State Over 60’s Mixed Pairs Lawn Bowls tournament. The games were held at various clubs throughout the Perth Metropolitan area and the tournament culminated with the finals played at the Leeming Bowling Club on Thursday 6th April 2023. The semi-finals and final were very competitive games with close scoring ends played in ideal weather conditions at the beautiful Leeming Bowling Club venue. Congratulations to Jenny Bruce (Busselton) and John Goddard (Osborne Park) who won Thursday’s final over Julie Savell (Osborne Park) and Daryl Radford (Kardinya). Semi- Finalists on the day were: Debbie & Graeme Smith and Irene Kozak and Graham Miller. SRCWA acknowledges Bowls WA President Doug Kelly, Bowls WA Staff and all those involved for running a great event. SRCWA Executive Officer, Dawn Yates & Martin Yates attended the final with Dawn presenting the trophy, medals and prizes to the winning teams.
LiveLighter Aged Care Games Bunbury 20th April 2023
It was a fabulous sunny day when the moon eclipsed the sun and teams competed at the 2023 Bunbury LiveLighter Aged Care Games at the South West Sports Centre. The teams came together from Nursing Homes, Aged Care Facilities and Day Centres in the region to compete in games specifically designed for people in care.
SRCWA would like to thank SRCWA Bunbury Branch president Barbara Fleay and her team of dedicated volunteers along with the volunteers and staff from Perth head office for helping to make this event possible. The games were officially opened by Hon Don Punch MLA Minister for Regional Development; Disability Services; Fisheries; Seniors and Ageing who took time out of his busy schedule to attend, thank you for your continuing support Minister Punch.
The games were played in great spirit and included modified seated hockey, seated pass ball, beanbag toss and skittles. The carers game at the end of the day had representatives from each team competing in a fun event which was enjoyed by everyone. Lunch time entertainment was an energetic demonstration of Zumba Gold provided by City of Bunbury Councillor Betty McCleary, with some participants joining her for Seated Zumba, thank you Betty
SRCWA State President Phil Paddon and Bunbury Branch President Barbara Fleay presented the trophies plaques and medals for:- Best Presented Team “CHC Bunbury – Blue Wrens”, First Place, winning Gold Medals, perpetual & replica Trophy “South West Community Care”,. Second Place winning Sliver Medals and plaque, “CHC Collie – Collie Miners” &Third Place winning Bronze Medals and Plaque “Bethanie Fields – Bethanie Super Force” with our oldest competitor at the games 96-years young Phillis Ryan from the “Collies Miners. Congratulations to all those who participated.
HAVE A GO DAY 2023, a LiveLighter Event in the Beautiful Grounds of Burswood Park
Wednesday 15th November, 9am to 3pm
REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN
Have a Go Day, a LiveLighter Event is an activity/information sharing event for over 50’s
This event provides the ideal opportunity for Clubs/Groups, Not for Profit agencies, Commercial entities & activity based groups to share senior specific information with the target group
in a beautiful outdoor environment at Burswood Park.
Registration forms are now available, for information call 9492 9773 or email dawn.yates@srcwa.asn.au.
This event is proudly sponsored by Burswood Park Board, Lotterywest, Crown Perth, Have a Go Newspaper, Government of Western Australia, Channel 7, LiveLighter Healthway, 882AM 6PR, nbnCo, Ingenia Gardens Telstra,