Events

We are a vibrant, diverse community where there is always an interesting activity or event to get along to.

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Events that are being held on Council owned or managed land require a permit. You may be required to fill out applications forms depending on your event.
Please follow this link for more information: Community Forms and Event Permits

Here we list some of our favourite upcoming events, scroll down to see what’s on.  Please choose the filter to search for particular events like ARTS, SENIORS and YOUTH eg.

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Chair based yoga with Bec

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

A low impact, beginners class focusing on the body/mind connection. Using a chair for support this is a perfect class for people with knee/joint/balance or mobility issues, who still would like to experience the benefits of yoga. BYO water bottle. There will be two classes held - Tuesday 16 July and Tuesday 23 July from…

Qigong Taster Session

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Qigong (pronounced chee gong) is a gentle, flowing exercise practice that involves breath technique and visualisation to settle the mind. A sense of lightness is created as it releases stagnation around and within the body, and in our thoughts. Regular practice improves general health and wellbeing This session will be led by nutritionist and Qigong…

Pop-Up Cafe – Tasmania’s Audio History

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Who doesn't love an enthusiast?! The Sound Preservation Society will share their love of the golden age of Australian Radio when radio was the predominant home entertainment. You'll hear snippets from much loved programs from the 1930's to the 1960's including drama, quiz shows, advertising plus a whole lot more. This Pop-Up Cafe is part…

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Chair based yoga with Bec

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

A low impact, beginners class focusing on the body/mind connection. Using a chair for support this is a perfect class for people with knee/joint/balance or mobility issues, who still would like to experience the benefits of yoga. BYO water bottle. There will be two classes held - Tuesday 16 July and Tuesday 23 July from…

Night of Lights

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Join this Community event to celebrate winter with lots of fun activities! Kids craft, food trucks and live music with Embers Duo. This is a free and family friendly event. No bookings required. Program: 4.00pm | Come along and make a lantern in the Auditorium before the parade!  5.00pm | Poi workshop on the lawns…

Living well with Diabetes

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

More than 300 Australians develop diabetes every day. As part of National Diabetes Week, come along and enjoy a healthy afternoon tea and hear from Diabetes Nurse Educator Heather Kennett about ways that you can manage your diabetes so that it doesn’t hold you back from enjoying life.  

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Youth services – celebrate ‘International day of Friendship’

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Celebrate the ‘International day of Friendship’ with pizza and friendship bracelet making, while joining a meeting with our youth leadership team. Kingborough residents Suitable for ages 13+ Enquiries: 6211 8200

Tuesday Talk – Council on the Ageing

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Our senior years can be a time when feeling empowered is a great asset - as individuals and as groups. COTA (Council on the Ageing) is the peak body for all things positive ageing. They listen to, inform and advocate for older people across Tasmania. Come along and hear from one of their dedicated staff about…

Dying to Know Day Talks 2024

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

The Dying to Know Day theme for 2024 is personalising final arrangements and building community. Our series of talks for this event will include the following: 10am - 10.45am  What to do when someone dies/Creating a funeral plan - Rebecca Lyons, Solace 11am - 11.45am Creating a Compassionate Community - Kate Glover, Palliative Care Tasmania…

Youth services – barista basics 7, 14, 21 August

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Learn the art of making a great latte and more! Graduate with a certificate in coffee making for your next job. Wednesday 7, Wednesday 14 and Wednesday 21 August (all dates must be attended) This event is for Kingborough residents ages 14 - 19 only. Enquiries: 6211 8200 $50

Youth services – sushi making

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Experiment making different types of sushi with a sushi chef from Niko Niko. All ingredients provided and then take some home for your family. For Kingborough residents, suitable for ages 12 -19 Enquiries: 6211 8200 $15  

Youth services – advanced barista

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Practise and refine your barista skills and learn the next stage of latte art. Suitable for young people who have previously attended a Kingborough Council barista course. For Kingborough residents, suitable for ages 14 - 16 Enquiries: 6211 8200 $15