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 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 Member for Bunbury 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”
- Third Place “Bethanie Fields – Bethanie Super Force”
- Second Place “Collie Miners – CHC Collie”
- First Place “South West Community Care”.
Our oldest competitor at the games was 96-years young Phillis Ryan from the “Collies Miners – CHC Collie” team. Congratulations to all those who participated.