Seniors Information
August is Seniors Month
In August, Alice Springs Town Council celebrates its silver citizens and their contributions to the local community with a series of special events, to which all 50+ residents are invited!
For more information about any of Council’s Seniors Month events, please contact (08)89500500 or email astc@astc.nt.gov.au
Seniors Month Events 2025:
21st August, 9am — 12 pm, Seniors Morning Tea and Still Got Talent — Join us for a fun filled morning to celebrate Seniors Month 2025! Kick-off is at 9am with morning tea, guest speakers and entertainment. Back by popular demand, Still Got Talent 2025 follows at 10am.
If you are one of Alice Spring's Silver Stars that's still got talent, please register to perform for your chance to win cash prizes!
Alice Springs Public Library also hosts free activities during Seniors Month – please check for upcoming events here.
- In 2025 the Library events include: Leathercraft for Seniors and High Tea Bingo.
Alice Springs Public Library
The Public Library, located on the corner of Leichhardt and Gregory Terraces, is open Monday to Friday (10am-6pm), and on weekends (10am-1pm). The Library is closed on all public holidays.
The Library offers a variety of senior-friendly activities and workshops, including (but not limited to): family history; computer technology; spoken English; author talks; crafts; plus, book, chess and reading groups.
Other Library services include an online catalogue, computer access, wi-fi, plus low cost printing and photocopying.
If you are unable to access the Library due to physical frailty, illness or disability, Alice Springs Public Library offers a home delivery service. Please enquire with the Library on (08) 8950 0555 or email library@astc.nt.gov.au
U3A (University of the Third Age) promotes learning for the pleasure of learning by offering academic, cultural, recreational sessions at the Alice Springs Public Library. To enquire, please visit their website here.
Check Upcoming Library Events Here
Green Waste Collection for Pensioners
Council’s Pensioner Pruning Removal Service is a free green waste collection which occurs twice a year in May and November. Dates for 2025 are:
Tuesday 6 May to Friday 9 May — Applications close at 4.30pm Thursday 1 May 2025.
Tuesday 4 November to Friday 7 November — Applications close at 4.30pm Thursday 30 September 2025.
Please download an application form below, or contact Council on 8950 0500 to find out service dates for this year.
Pensioner Green Waste Application 2024
Other Groups
Council of the Ageing NT advocates for and works towards an age-friendly, just, inclusive and equitable society for all Territorians over 50 years of age. Assistance for the NT Seniors Recognition Scheme and prepaid card can be accessed through COTA at the 50+ Centre on Wills Terrace.
The 50 Plus Community Centre is located at 11 Wills Terrace in the CBD. The Centre provides a variety of activities and events for seniors, including bingo, bridge, workshops, and wood working, and can also be hired out as a community venue. To contact the 50 Plus Community Centre, call 0407 529 791.
Stuart Alice Springs combined PROBUS Inc., for retired or semi-retired Rotarians over 50 years of age, meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Gillen Club, Gillen.