Events Listing

Laughter Opens Conversations for Older Adults

10 Sept 2pm: Join us for a laughter-noon tea for R U OK? Day to learn how laughter triggers feel-good hormones that reduce stress and strengthen connections.

Feature Lighting Expressions of Interest

We invite organisations to submit requests for feature lighting across key City areas like Mindeerup and the Old Mill, to promote significant days, appeals and events in 2027.

Emergency Preparedness Information Session

16 Sept 10.30am: Join us for a practical session about emergency preparedness like preparing for local hazards and developing emergency plans and kits, in partnership with WAPOL, SES and Australian Redcross.

Laughter Opens Conversations

8 Sept 1pm: Explore the science behind laughter and its powerful impact on mental wellbeing that reduces stress and strengthens connection in this R U OK? session.

Cutting Kitchen Waste

8 Sept 6pm: Join this online workshop to learn practical ways to reduce food waste through smarter meal planning, storage techniques and creative ways to use leftovers.

Events Listing

Popcorn & Pictures at the Libraries

29 September - 12 November 2026

Join us for free popcorn and a movie screening at Manning and South Perth libraries.

All Ages Free Kids/Family Library Seniors

Magic Beach (Opens external link)

South Perth Library 29 September 2026

Take a seat and join us for juice boxes, popcorn, and a free school holiday screening of Magic Beach at South Perth Library.

All Ages Free Library School Holidays

Author Workshop - Kylie Howarth (Opens external link)

Manning Library 29 September 2026

Come and join our children’s literature champion Kylie Howarth for an author’s workshop, recommended for ages 8 - 12.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays

Busy Bee-Bot Bash (Opens external link)

Manning Library 30 September 2026

Put on your coder's hat and program our adorable robot friend, the Bee-Bot, in this free, fun and hands-on workshop for children aged 4 - 7.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays

Starting Your Aged Care Journey (Opens external link)

Southcare John Hardwick Centre 1 October 2026

Looking to start your in-home aged care journey, but not sure where to begin? Join Southcare on International Day of Older Persons for an obligation-free meeting with their in-house Partnership Specialist, Jules. This event is not hosted by the City.

Community-hosted Event Free Seniors