We are a vibrant, diverse community where there is always an interesting activity or event to get along to.
Please visit our Waste Wise Events Policy page.
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.
EXHIBITION Tuesday 7 - Sunday, 12 October Bringing together local museums and history groups in southern Tasmania. Ten museums & history groups in one room Kingborough Community Hub, 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston 10am - 4pm CONFERENCE Saturday, 11 October With 6 speakers, from 9.30am - 3.30pm Speakers include: * Andrew Tomes, who will talk about using…
When life takes a turn, property transitions can feel overwhelming—but the right support, planning and knowledge can make all the difference. Join the team from Harrington Road for an engaging, down-to-earth session designed to help older adults and their families navigate the process of selling a home during major life changes like transitioning into Aged…
Come along and learn to make your own beeswax wraps, which provide an alternative to using cling wrap and help reduce the use of single use plastic. Bring along your favourite cotton fabric remnants, or we can provide fabric for you. In this workshop you will make 3 wraps to take home.
Carers can perform a range of tasks for the person they care for. These can include finances, acting as a nominee/registered supporter for government departments e.g. Centrelink, as well as taking part in appointments about health and wellbeing, medical, housing and end of life. Learn about some of the “legal” matters that you should be…
Join us for an engaging and informative session designed for active older adults who want to maintain mobility, strength, and independence. This talk will explore how exercise can support healthy aging, prevent injuries, and enhance physical performance for those aged 60 and over. Led by a qualified physiotherapist, the session will cover: Common physical…
Join us for a heartwarming journey during Seniors Week as we stream the beloved film The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Set in vibrant India, this charming story follows a group of British retirees who embark on a new chapter of life in a seemingly luxurious hotel that turns out to be anything but expected - and…
Free networking session for all artists and creatives living in Kingborough, please come along and meet your fellow artists and creatives! What are three things you have to offer as an artist? What are three things that you are seeking to support your own creative practice? & Why is creative collaboration important? Within this session…
Council is organising a series of guest speakers to provide information on the different aspects of aged care. Join us for an informative session with a guest speaker from 'Respect'. This talk will explore the various aspects of aging, including physical, emotional, and social changes, along with practical advice on how to navigate these changes.…
Learn the benefits of biochar for soil, plants and planet. You will see a practical demonstration of how to make biochar safely from common garden waste and discover how this low-tech method can improve your soil health, water retention and nutrition for your garden. Facilitation by Tasmania’s own Biochar champion, Bill Harvey. You will be…
Oh no you have dropped a stitch! You do not need to undo alllll that work! Let's learn how to fix that drop stitch. It really is easy and once you understand how to, and it makes knitting so much enjoyable. You can do this! In this one-and-a-half-hour workshop, we will talk about recognising what…
Diwali Indian Festival of Lights Come celebrate Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights, with us in person - enjoy traditional food, music, dance, and dazzling fireworks! Join us for a vibrant celebration of Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights, a cherished cultural tradition that symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. This…
A Death Cafe is an invitation to get together to explore how anything relating to Death and Dying might be ‘understood differently’ … more naturally. An opportunity to share, become informed and provide food-for-thought for planning for one’s own death, in a relaxing atmosphere with coffee & snacks! The objective is of a Death Cafe is 'to…
