Six Months in and the Hub is Humming!

It’s hard to believe we have already spent six months in our new home at the Sunbury Seniors Hub … and what a fabulous six months it has been.

The move has given us more space, more break-out rooms and many more opportunities to bring people together. Old favourites have returned, new activities have taken off and there is a wonderful sense of energy throughout the Hub each week.

From cards and carpet bowls to craft, puzzles, exercise and guest speakers, the program continues to grow in response to what members enjoy most: connection, company and plenty of good humour.

• Texas Hold’em Poker remains a Monday and Friday morning favourite complete with a chocolate prize, while Rummy With a Twist has become an afternoon staple, bringing friendly competition and plenty of laughs.

• Carpet Bowls continues to draw a crowd every Monday and Friday afternoon from 1pm, with the group growing each week and the room often filled with cheers, groans and good-natured rivalry.

• The Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Monday from 10am to 12 noon and continues to gain new members. There is nothing quite like a good yarn, a cuppa and a creative start to the week.

• The return of the pool table has been a real hit, especially with the blokes, and it is now rare to see it without a game underway.

• Jigsaw puzzles are also creating a quiet buzz, with dedicated puzzlers steadily working their way through each new challenge.

• Gentle Exercises in a Chair with music, led by Leonie, has become a crowd-pleaser, with plenty joining in for a stretch, a smile and the occasional giggle.

• Trivia and Scrabble sessions are proving popular too, adding a little brain training and friendly banter to the weekly mix.

• The Salesian College intergenerational breakfasts continue to be a highlight each Friday morning during term time.

• We have also welcomed a varied line-up of guest speakers, including Hume City Council Library on Whats On and the various free activities on offer, Nicholas James Lawyers on Wills and Powers of Attorney, Sunbury History and Heritage Society, Citizens Advocacy Sunbury, Melbourne Airport Corporation on the Third Runway, Specsavers Audiology and Hume City Council on phone scams.

• There have been special celebrations as well, including long-time member Ray’s 90th birthday, a milestone marked with plenty of cake and even more stories.

• Food has brought people together too, from Sunbury Neighbour Day and The Biggest Morning Tea/Sausage Sizzle to the occasional afternoon tea.

Since opening our doors at the Sunbury Seniors Hub on 19 January 2026, membership has grown to 75. That growth says a great deal about the importance of welcoming spaces, regular activities and meaningful social connection for seniors in our community.

The Sunbury Seniors Hub is full of life and there is more to come. Keep an eye on our events page for upcoming activities, new programs and more opportunities to join in. Whether you are after a game, a chat, a cuppa or something new to learn or try, there is always a warm welcome and a smile waiting.

Warm regards

Louise Zambello
President