Cheers for your contribution, seniors

THE valuable contribution of seniors to the strength of our community is always cause for celebration, but Dubbo Regional Council marked this year’s NSW Seniors Week with a special “thank you”.

Senior residents in Dubbo and Wellington were treated to a number of celebratory events, with the theme “In our nature” being particularly poignant this year for its recognition of the resilience and spirit older residents add to our communities.

Acting Mayor Stephen Lawrence paid special tribute, saying that in “almost any community group you will find our seniors representing and volunteering to make our community a better place to live, work and play”.

A number of free events were hosted by council across both Dubbo and Wellington, with hundreds of local seniors taking part.

Council provided packs including information from a variety of local services and organisations to help seniors live safely, independently, creatively, active and well.