Lung cancer screening is now available
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/lung-cancer-screening-now-availableDec 8, 2025 There's a new National Lung Cancer Screening Program that can help find lung cancer early, before symptoms start
Building inclusive regional communities for older LGBTI+ people
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/building-regional-rainbow-communitiesDec 8, 2025 Being connected with community as we grow older benefits our wellbeing in many ways. Pride in Ageing is here to help regional rainbow seniors feel safe and proud to live as their authentic selves
Get involved with 16 Days of Activism
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/get-involved-16-days-activismDec 8, 2025 Join the 17th annual Walk Against Family Violence in Melbourne CBD on Friday 28 November to walk in solidarity with victim survivors and take action to prevent family violence and violence against women.
Stay ahead of energy prices this summer
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/stay-ahead-energy-prices-summerDec 7, 2025 Check if you’re eligible for the $100 Power Saving Bonus to help with the cost of energy bills. Learn about ways to make longer-term savings. Find out what support is available if you need it.
Redress for Historical Institutional Abuse
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/redress-historical-institutional-abuseOct 3, 2025 The Victorian Government is offering Redress for Victorians who experienced physical, emotional or psychological abuse and/or neglect as children in institutions before 1990.
Care for a carer
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/care-carerOct 3, 2025 National Carers Week returns from 12 to 18 October 2025 with events and activities across Victoria.
New Aged Care Act from 1 November
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/new-aged-care-act-1-novemberOct 2, 2025 The Commonwealth Government is introducing the new Aged Care Act 2024 from 1 November 2025
Open hearts, open homes
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/open-hearts-open-homesAug 31, 2025 Foster carers play a vital role supporting children and young people who are not able to live with their family. By opening their hearts and homes, foster carers provide a safe place for children to heal, grow and thrive.
Social housing champions
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/social-housing-championsAug 31, 2025 Nominations for the 2025 Social Housing Volunteer Awards are open.
Try table tennis
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/try-table-tennisAug 4, 2025 Looking for a new way to stay active and meet new people? For more than 100 years, Victorians of all ages have been enjoying table tennis.
Hobbies for health
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/hobbies-healthAug 4, 2025 How do you keep your mind and body active? We hear from green thumb Heather and heritage post-box restorer Mick.
Wear It Purple Day
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/news/wear-it-purple-dayAug 4, 2025 It’s time to start planning your outfit for Friday 29 August! Add purple to show up for the rainbow young people in your life this Wear It Purple Day.
Reviewed 05 August 2025

