City of Armadale offers many activities suited to our older residents and visitors including by the City of Armadale Libraries and Museums, the Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre, the Champion Centre and the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre.
What's on (events & workshops) Please have a scroll through our What's On page to find an activity or workshop of interest to you. There is something there for people of all interests. Libraries and Museums The City’s Libraries host many activities throughout the week for the whole community. This includes sessions such as:
Active Ageing exercise workshops.
Conversational English.
Crochet, Knitting and Craft groups.
Book Clubs and Writing Groups.
Technology assistance.
Watch a movie, or even play Dungeons and Dragons!
Please visit the Library's What's On- Adults page to see what you can attend. Other activities:
The Curiosity Hour is a sixty-minute session at History House Museum created to encourage memories through the telling and sharing of stories related to historical objects and places. These sessions are available to any interested adult and have been specifically designed to include people living with dementia and their carers. To book for a group contact the museum on (08) 9394 5670.
Memory Bags have been designed to foster interaction between people living with dementia or other sensory related conditions and their family and carers. Each themed Memory Bag contains a range of items designed to stimulate memories, engage the senses and promote shared experiences. Memory Bags are available from
A Home Delivery Service is available to residents who are unable to access library services due to an ongoing illness or disability. Staff use information provided by the reader to select library items. Items are delivered to their homes on a fortnightly basis. For more information phone the Kelmscott Library on (08) 9394 5810.
Visit our History House Museum in the Minnawarra Park precinct or the Bert Tyler Vintage Machinery Museum next to the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre.
Picture Armadale is a collection of fascinating local history images that can be found on the Library catalogue.
If you have images of your own that show how the City of Armadale used to be and you would like to share them with others, please contact the Birtwistle Local Studies Library on (08) 9394 5641.
Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre The Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre provides information to residents and visitors about things to do and see in the City of Armadale. Find out more on their website, by visiting the centre at 40 Jull St Armadale or by phoning (08) 9394 5410. You will find many places to visit and activities to try. For example:
Join the Pole walking group, a fun and functional exercise that has low joint impact and enhances balance, stability, posture and mobility.
Follow the directions and explore Armadale’s Heritage Trees.
Find information about our partner businesses in the tourism, hospitality and arts industries.
Join a guided tour of the Bert Tyler Vintage Machinery Museum with morning tea included.
Environment and Sustainability
Switch Your Thinking runs workshops on how to improve energy efficiency in your home. They also offer discounts to participants as part of the Rewards for Residents program. Have a look on their webpage or phone
(08) 9397 3207.
You can receive up to ten free plants at the Annual Native Plants for Residents. See here for more details.
City of Armadale hosts two plenary sessions, on behalf of the Bushcare Environmental Working Group (BEWG) and the Armadale Gosnells Landcare Group (AGLG). See what the topics are coming up for you to attend here.
Take a relaxing stroll or hike along the many walk trails in the City of Armadale. See our Walk Trails page to learn more and download maps.
If you live on a rural property and contain or are adjacent to priority conservation value bushland, wetlands and watercourses, you may be eligible to receive native seedlings and ongoing support through the Habitat Links Program.
Arts and Events The City runs many arts events throughout the year. They are open to the community and accessibility is a key feature of City of Armadale events. See below for more information and visit the What’s On page.
The Armadale Arts Festival offers many activities for community members to enjoy. A highlight for seniors is the Positive Ageing High Tea. See the Armadale Arts Festival website for more information.
The City is committed to making our large events such as Australia Day and the Armadale Highland Gathering and Perth Kilt Run as accessible as possible. They include dedicated ACROD parking and other accessibility inclusions. Please see the Armadale Highland Gathering and Perth Kilt Run.
The Minnawarra Art Awards and Outside the Frame Art Awards are held annually in the Kim Fletcher Gallery at Armadale District Hall. Entry is free and self-paced, so you do not need to book. The venue is wheelchair accessible, and parking is available at the door.
The annual Carols by Candlelight event includes an accessible area with access for wheelchairs and mobility aids, Bluetooth assistive listening, and more along with reserved tables and chairs for individuals and their family and friends who need these services. Entry to the accessible area is free but bookings are required.
The City also has a variety of public art, including murals and sculptures, throughout the area for residents and visitors alike to enjoy at any time for free. Download a copy of the ReDiscover Armadale brochure or pick up a copy from the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre at 40 Jull Street.Let’s Connect Armadale Expo Each year the City holds the Let’s Connect Armadale Expo, an opportunity for the community to learn about community support services and connect with groups you can join as a member or volunteer. Look on our What's On page in March for details of the next Expo. Get active at AFAC Many exercise activities held at the Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre are designed specifically for older adults. These include Omnia Senior, Strength for Life, Zumba Gold. Other programs available to all adults that are popular with seniors include Water Walking, Aqua classes, Body Balance, Yoga and Pilates. If you have additional accessibility needs, AFAC can cater for wheelchairs throughout the facility and Universal Access Toilets. AFAC has dedicated mobility scooter parking, and all pools have gentle ramp access. AFAC is located on Champion Drive in Seville Grove. See their website or Facebook page, or phone them on 9394 5850.
The City offers a range of activities and resources that help residents to create a safer and healthier community. See our suggestions to increase your safety in the home and community on our Home Safety and Security page. Here you will also find information on the Security Incentive Scheme that provides rebates to eligible residents to help make their home safer. You can obtain a hardcopy of our Community Safety Handbook from City of Armadale Customer Service. Request a Home Safety Audit by a Community Development Officer by phoning the City on (08) 9394 5000. Get to know your neighbours using the suggestions on our Growing our Neighbourhoods page, including how to apply for a Community BBQ Rebate, so you can organise a street get-together with your neighbours. To improve your home safety, please also:
Report all suspicious activities to WA Police by phoning 121 444 or in an emergency phone 000.
Consider joining Neighbourhood Watch or attending one of their community events advertised on their Facebook page.
Being a volunteer has many benefits. It can facilitate the enjoyment of new experiences and purpose in life, meeting new people, increase self-esteem, stress relief and a better frame of mind. The Armadale Volunteer Service can connect you with organisations that are looking for volunteers. Or you can volunteer directly with City of Armadale and become a Reserve Custodian or Bushcare Volunteer, join Armadale Gosnells Landcare Group, or volunteer at the Armadale Visitors Centre, Birtwistle Local Studies Library or History House Museum. Visit Armadale Volunteer Services to find out how.
The City supports three senior citizen centres that offer a wide range of social, sporting and recreational activities.
Roleystone-Karragullen Seniors Club Address: Jarrah Road, Roleystone Phone: 9397 5203 Activities: indoor bowls, mah-jong, book club, art and computer classes, bingo and lunches.
Westfield Kelmscott Seniors Club Address: Harold King Community Centre Phone: 9390 5204 Activities: pool, darts, boot scooting, podiatry, hairdresser on specific days, and also lunch and outings.
Greendale Centre (Dale Cottages) Address: Coombe Avenue, Armadale Phone: 9399 5393 For more information on activities please phone 9399 5393 or visit the activities timetable here.
The City of Armadale values the local Aboriginal Elders who provide guidance and a sense of grounding for Armadale’s Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal community members. The Elders provide essential support to the vision of the Champion Centre, the City’s Aboriginal Development Centre, as well as support and education to the younger Aboriginal community members. The Champion Centre is also a meeting place for Elders where they can participate in social, cultural and creative activities. If you would like more information please contact the Champion Centre at 76 Champion Drive, Seville Grove, phone (08) 9394 5820 or go to the Facebook page.
The City does not deliver Aged Care services in the community. If you or a loved one needs support to stay in the home, help is available to eligible seniors from a range of service providers registered with My Aged Care. Types of support in the community can include:
Cleaning
Gardening
Social support
Respite care
Help to go shopping
Transport
Pre-prepared meals
Installation of safety equipment in the home
Personal care assistance
Therapies in the home to maintain movement and mobility
Subsidised services can be provided by service providers if you have had an Aged Care Assessment Test (ACAT). Assessments are arranged by My Aged Care, an Australian Federal Government program designed to support older adults to be able to live in their own homes and communities. My Aged Care also provides information regarding aged care homes and the different services they offer. To find out if you are eligible, please apply for an assessment on the website or phone 1800 200 422.
Seniors are eligible for free travel on Transperth at the following times:
From first service until 6am
From 9am until 3.30pm
From 7pm until last service
All day Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.
For more information, contact Transperth on 13 62 13.
If an older person is experiencing abuse, neglect or exploitation by a person of trust, they may be experiencing elder abuse. If you have any concerns about this, you can get information and support from:
Legal Aid WA Elder Rights WA – phone 1300 650 579, visit their website or email ElderRightsWA@legalaid.wa.gov.au
Advocare Elder Abuse Helpline – phone 1300 724 679 or visit their website.
There are many groups and activities run in the City by members of the community. Follow these external links or phone these groups directly for more information:
Armadale Society of Artists https://www.armadalesocietyofartists.com.au/
Harrisdale Men’s Shed https://www.harrisdalemensshedinc.com/
Kelmscott Community Garden http://www.kelmscottgarden.org.au/
U3A Armadale https://www.u3aarmadalewa.org.au/
Armadale Community Men’s Shed M: 0424 776 348, E: armadalecommunitymensshed@gmail.com
Rotary Armadale https://www.rotaryarmadale.org/
Retirees WA Inc. https://www.retireeswa.com.au/
Armadale Bowling Club https://www.armadalebowlingclub.com/
Neighbourhood Watch Armadale https://www.nhw.wa.gov.au/who-we-are/our%20volunteer%20groups/armadale
Armadale RSL Sub Branch https://armadalersl.com.au/
Bedfordale CWA https://www.cwaofwa.asn.au/
Lions Club of Harrisdale Piara Waters https://www.facebook.com/people/Harrisdale-Piara-Waters-Lions-Club/100080220736251/
The Cambodian Buddhist Society of WA Inc https://thecbswa.org/
The City of Armadale acknowledge the Traditional Owners and the Custodians of the land upon which we stand, work and play.
We acknowledge Aboriginal people as the First Peoples of this land and their connection to the lands and the waters, as they are part of them spiritually and culturally.
We acknowledge their ancestors, the Elders past and present, who have led the way for us to follow.
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Armadale, Western Australia 6112
Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre
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Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre
Tourism Council of WA
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Destination Perth
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