Program Healthy Ageing The population aged 65 plus is projected to increase by 31.3% in South Eastern NSW by 2030, which is why we have developed a Healthy Ageing Framework to foster health, address the social determinants of health, increase prevention activities, and improve community resilience and social connectedness. Overall, we aim to help older people to live at home for longer and prevent early entry to residential aged care. Prue Buist, CEO of COORDINARE – South Eastern NSW PHN Register here! Wellness 2 Age and Walk 2 Connect are starting August 2026. Register here The Global Goals For Sustainable Development Stay Active, Stay Connected: New Healthy Ageing Programs Healthy Cities Australia, in partnership with Charles Sturt University, is excited to introduce two innovative programs designed to support healthy ageing in our communities. Funded by COORDINARE, South Eastern NSW Primary Health Network, these programs will be piloted in Nowra, Goulburn and Queanbeyan. Participants can choose from one of two programs — Wellness 2 Age ® (W2Age) or Walk 2 Connect — each offering practical and enjoyable ways to support wellbeing, independence and social connection. Unfortunately, people cannot participate in both programs at the same time. Get involved! If you or someone you know would benefit from staying active, connected and independent, we encourage you to join one of these programs. For more information contact Samantha Karmel at HCA on samantha@healthycites.org.au or ring 0493 425 609. Wellness 2 Age Overview W2Age is a strengths-based, 10-week group program facilitated by trained health professionals. It is designed to support older adults to maintain independence, enhance wellbeing, and age well within their community. The program focuses on multiple aspects of ageing, including physical health, social connection, and practical everyday skills. It adopts a proactive approach, encouraging participants to build sustainable habits that support healthy ageing at home and in daily life. Aims Support older adults to remain independent at home for longer Promote physical, mental, and social wellbeing Build participants’ confidence in managing their own health and lifestyle Encourage positive, strengths-based approaches to ageing Provide opportunities for social engagement and peer support Develop sustainable strategies that can be integrated into everyday life Objectives Key objectives include: Provide a safe, friendly and accessible opportunity to be active. Build healthy walking habits to increase individual fitness and mobility Support participants to reduce their risk of chronic disease Support good mental health Build community connections at individual and organisational levels Reduce social isolation What’s involved Facilitated group sessions focused on healthy ageing Activities addressing mobility, strength, balance, and general wellbeing Education on maintaining independence and preventing decline Opportunities for social connection and shared learning Individualised support within a group environment Practical strategies that participants can continue at home Walk 2 Connect Overview Walk 2 Connect is a 10 week community-based walking program that combines physical activity with social engagement to improve overall wellbeing. It encourages participants to increase their physical activity through structured walking while building meaningful social connections. The program supports both physical health and community connectedness, particularly for older adults or those at risk of social isolation. Aim and Objectives Increase participants’ physical activity levels through accessible walking programs Improve mobility, strength, and overall health Reduce social isolation and promote community connection Build confidence in engaging in regular physical activity Encourage long-term participation in active lifestyles Support mental wellbeing through social interaction and outdoor activity What’s involved Regular led group walks in community settings Safe, inclusive walking activities suitable for varying fitness levels Opportunities for social interaction before, during, and after walks Encouragement and support to build confidence and routine A welcoming, group environment that fosters connection and belonging What's on Sep8 Queanbeyan Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 8 September, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Queanbeyan FREE Sep8 Nowra Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 8 September, 1:30pm – 3:00pm Bombaderry FREE Sep8 Queanbeyan Walk 2 Connect Tuesday 8 September, 9:30am – 11:00am Queanbeyan FREE Sep9 Goulburn Wellness 2 Age Wednesday 9 September, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Goulburn FREE Sep9 Goulburn Walk 2 Connect Wednesday 9 September, 9:00am – 10:30am Goulburn FREE Sep10 Nowra Walk 2 Connect Thursday 10 September, 9:30am – 11:00am Nowra FREE Sep15 Queanbeyan Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 15 September, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Queanbeyan FREE Sep15 Nowra Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 15 September, 1:30pm – 3:00pm Bombaderry FREE Sep15 Queanbeyan Walk 2 Connect Tuesday 15 September, 9:30am – 11:00am Queanbeyan FREE Sep16 Goulburn Wellness 2 Age Wednesday 16 September, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Goulburn FREE Sep16 Goulburn Walk 2 Connect Wednesday 16 September, 9:00am – 10:30am Goulburn FREE Sep17 Nowra Walk 2 Connect Thursday 17 September, 9:30am – 11:00am Nowra FREE Sep22 Queanbeyan Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 22 September, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Queanbeyan FREE Sep22 Nowra Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 22 September, 1:30pm – 3:00pm Bombaderry FREE Sep22 Queanbeyan Walk 2 Connect Tuesday 22 September, 9:30am – 11:00am Queanbeyan FREE Sep23 Goulburn Wellness 2 Age Wednesday 23 September, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Goulburn FREE Sep23 Goulburn Walk 2 Connect Wednesday 23 September, 9:00am – 10:30am Goulburn FREE Sep24 Nowra Walk 2 Connect Thursday 24 September, 9:30am – 11:00am Nowra FREE Sep29 Queanbeyan Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 29 September, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Queanbeyan FREE Sep29 Nowra Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 29 September, 1:30pm – 3:00pm Bombaderry FREE Sep29 Queanbeyan Walk 2 Connect Tuesday 29 September, 9:30am – 11:00am Queanbeyan FREE Sep30 Goulburn Wellness 2 Age Wednesday 30 September, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Goulburn FREE Sep30 Goulburn Walk 2 Connect Wednesday 30 September, 9:00am – 10:30am Goulburn FREE Oct1 Nowra Walk 2 Connect Thursday 1 October, 9:30am – 11:00am Nowra FREE Oct6 Queanbeyan Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 6 October, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Queanbeyan FREE Oct6 Nowra Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 6 October, 1:30pm – 3:00pm Bombaderry FREE Oct6 Queanbeyan Walk 2 Connect Tuesday 6 October, 9:30am – 11:00am Queanbeyan FREE Oct7 Goulburn Wellness 2 Age Wednesday 7 October, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Goulburn FREE Oct7 Goulburn Walk 2 Connect Wednesday 7 October, 9:00am – 10:30am Goulburn FREE Oct8 Nowra Walk 2 Connect Thursday 8 October, 9:30am – 11:00am Nowra FREE Oct13 Queanbeyan Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 13 October, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Queanbeyan FREE Oct13 Nowra Wellness 2 Age Tuesday 13 October, 1:30pm – 3:00pm Bombaderry FREE Oct13 Queanbeyan Walk 2 Connect Tuesday 13 October, 9:30am – 11:00am Queanbeyan FREE Oct14 Goulburn Wellness 2 Age Wednesday 14 October, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Goulburn FREE Oct14 Goulburn Walk 2 Connect Wednesday 14 October, 9:00am – 10:30am Goulburn FREE Oct15 Nowra Walk 2 Connect Thursday 15 October, 9:30am – 11:00am Nowra FREE Register here! Wellness 2 Age and Walk 2 Connect are starting August 2026. Register here