In celebration of the 2025 NSW Seniors Festival and the theme Time to Shine, the Council on the Ageing (COTA) NSW is proud to present a series of in-person events hosted by the Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts (SMSA).
The series kicks off on Thursday 6 March with a panel discussion on Shining a Light on Your Future: Planning for a Fulfilling and Meaningful Retirement.
Other morning and afternoon events include a range of inspiring talks and Q&A sessions, including Shining a Light on Ageism: Uncovering Experiences and Strengths Across Generations and Your Healthcare Journey: Simple Tips for Navigating the System.
Special guests include the NSW Minister for Seniors, the Hon. Jodie Harrison, the Age Discrimination Commissioner, Robert Fitzgerald AM, writer and commentator Jane Caro AM, and the CEO of Relationships Australia NSW, Elisabeth Shaw.
“COTA NSW is excited to present this series of informative and empowering events,” says Chief Executive Officer, Gohar Yazdabadi. “We remain committed to creating opportunities for seniors to thrive by bringing them together to engage with and learn from their peers and celebrate their shared achievements. All people, regardless of age, must feel empowered to contribute in ways that matter to them.”
All events will be held in the easily accessible SMSA’s Carmichael Theatre, Level 1/280 Pitt St, Sydney, 2000. The events will also be recorded and available to view online.
ABOUT COTA NSW:
The Council on the Ageing NSW (COTA NSW) is the leading not-for-profit organisation representing the rights and interests of people over 50 in NSW. We are an independent, consumer-based, non-government organisation.
We work with and advocate for older people in NSW to ensure their voices are heard, their contributionsto society are valued, and that they have access to the opportunities other members of the community take for granted.
