Events

Join us to celebrate Australia Day with the community in Newlands Arm

Date: Monday, 26 January 2026
Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Community Hall, Simpsons Park, Newlands Arm

Come together with friends, family, and neighbours for a relaxed and inclusive Australia Day celebration in the heart of Newlands Arm. This event is all about community spirit, connection, and celebrating the place we call home.

Whether you’re a long-time local or new to the area, everyone is welcome to share in a day of food, fun, and recognition.

What’s on?

🍴 FREE Sausage Sizzle – with gluten-free and vegan options available. Please let us know in advance if you have dietary requirements.

🏆 Newlands Arm Citizen of the Year Award – Help us honour someone making a difference in our community.

🎯 Games for All Ages – Fun activities and a community scavenger hunt!

🍦 FREE Iced Treats & Tea/Coffee – Cool down and catch up over a cuppa or something sweet.

🥤 Cold Drinks Available for Purchase

Gluten-free and vegan options available on request.

Looking to make new friends or just enjoy some good company? The Over 50’s Friendship Group brings together men and women over 50 from across Bairnsdale and the surrounding area.

The group meets each Wednesday for coffee and once a month for lunch, with details shared on their Facebook page. It’s a friendly, welcoming bunch — many members are new to the area and enjoy the chance to connect.

Beyond the regular catch-ups, there are all sorts of activities: walks, movie outings, craft sessions, group travel, and even ballet and tap dance classes! A highlight this year was a lovely High Tea that raised funds for Animal Aid. Members also support the community by sponsoring meals for people in need through Neighbourhood House.

If you’re over 50 and would like to meet like-minded people, come along — you’ll be warmly welcomed.

👉 Find out more on Facebook: Over 50’s Friendship Group – Bairnsdale and Surrounds

We are a group of ladies who meet on the 2 nd and 4th Wednesday of each
month at the Community Hall.
We have a variety of crafters in our group. We have ladies who knit, crochet,
patchwork, sewing and many other types of crafts. We meet around 10
o’clock and you can stay for as long as you want. Some ladies bring their
lunch to have together. On average we have between 8 & 12 ladies.
Sometimes there is very little craft work completed, but lots of talking and
laughing.

All we ask is that you give a gold coin donation so that we can help NARRA
buy some more equipment for all kids to enjoy.

We supply tea and coffee free and I usually bring some nibbles for all to
enjoy.