COTA NT Alice Springs

EVENT ORGANISERS | Submit events for publication in all 3 editions of the calendar by 5 June. After that date, your event may only be listed in the website edition.
https://www.cotant.org.au/seniors-month-calendar/

MEDIA RELEASE: COTA NT is calling on NT Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) to listen to Territorians lived experience, vote with their conscience, and hear the voices of the people they represent — not outside interests.
Read the full release 👇
https://www.cotant.org.au/latest-news/its-time-for-all-nt-mlas-to-listen-to-nt-voices-and-vote-yes-on-voluntary-assisted-dying/

🚧 Traffic & Road Closures – Night Markets ft. Finke Desert Race 🏁✨

To help create a safe and vibrant event precinct for the Night Markets ft. Finke Desert Race, road closures will be in place around the CBD on Thursday 4 June.

Closed areas include:
• Todd Street (between Gregory Terrace and Stott Terrace) – 6:00am Thursday 4 June to 12:00pm Friday 5 June
• Gregory Terrace (between Leichhardt Terrace and Hartley Street) – 12:00pm to 11:00pm Thursday 4 June
• Southern section of the Hartley Street Carpark – 6:00am to 11:00pm Thursday 4 June

These closures help create a safe, vibrant space for an unforgettable evening of food, entertainment, market stalls and Finke Desert Race action right in the heart of Alice Springs.

From stunt riders in the air to live entertainment and bustling stalls, it’s all part of the epic atmosphere that makes this event so special.

Please allow extra travel time, follow signage and plan ahead if you're travelling into the CBD.

🗺️ View the full event information and site map here: https://www.alicesprings.nt.gov.au/residents/community/events/council-events.aspx

Thank you for your support in helping make this a safe and incredible community event.

CENSUS | Help our community get counted this Census.
Applications for Community Field Officers are now open in locations all over Australia. As a Community Field Officer, you’ll provide in-person support to diverse communities and groups to complete their Census form.
Help people feel safe and respected when participating in the Census.
Get your application in by 1 June 2026 to be considered in the first round of recruitment. Find out more and apply now at www.census.abs.gov.au/jobs

SENIORS MONTH CALENDAR | Submit your Seniors Month August event for inclusion in 3 editions of the official calendar of events by ** 5 June **
1. Website calendar 2. Interactive digital publication (PDF) 3. High quality print edition.
Submission forms 👇
https://www.cotant.org.au/seniors-month-calendar/

BE IN TO WIN | Enter the Selfie with a Senior photo competition for your chance to WIN $1,000! 💰✨ Entries by 8 June.
https://poast.com.au/selfie-with-a-senior/

WORLD ELDER ABUSE DAY | COTA NT is bringing two of Australia’s leading advocates for older people’s rights to drive the conversations. To read more and to register for events, visit 👇
https://www.cotant.org.au/advocacy/national-voices-to-lead-game-changing-conversations-on-elder-abuse-in-the-territory/

“I never thought it would happen to me.”

That’s often how scam stories begin.

Fraud and scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with older people frequently targeted through trust, pressure and manipulation.

Join Sophie Gee from Westpac this Thursday for a practical session exploring:

• common scam tactics
• warning signs of financial abuse
• emerging AI-enabled scams
• ways to protect yourself.

Register here: https://bit.ly/429mDHQ

Support at Home Survey - What is your experience? - COTA Australia If you are 50 years or over and are seeking or using aged care services at home, or if you care for or support someone who does, we want to understand what this has been like for you. Please take 5 minutes to participate and help us support your voice to parliament.

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SENIORS VOICE | Keeping it reel: May 2026 - Read it now
🆓 Online today and distributing around the Territory from Wednesday 6 May 👇
https://www.cotant.org.au/nt-seniors-voice/
🗣️ First up: Celebrating real Territorians, community & joyful living
🗣️ News round up: Age positive photography, aged care reform webinars, aged care reform and Federal commitment, VAD news including new report, advocacy for the NT and warnings about opposition tactics, heat health risks, Seniors Month calendar registrations open, concession reminders
🗣️ Aged care: Free aged care access consultations, volunteering for social support
🗣️ Letters: Jacana discounts, estate distribution, issue with home support services
🗣️ Health: Free RSV vaccines, The Great Dunny Hunt, walking groups
🗣️ Comment: Geriatric ambulance service for the NT?
🗣️ Lifestyle: Step into volunteering, diary dates, ultimate class combo, Master Games
🗣️ Well-being: Aqua for seniors, Ed’s notes on healthy ageing
🗣️ Finance: Smart ways to save money, which card can you get?
🗣️ Community: The heart of COTA, Expo registration
🙏Acknowledgements
Seniors Voice is published by COTA NT. Its print and digital production is reliant on the support of our Sponsors and Advertisers. They enable us to have an independent voice and focus on the rights, well-being and inclusion of senior Territorians.
We thank you for your support as readers, sponsors and advertisers.
Deckchair Cinema, Greenfields Living, Territory Funerals, People, Sport and Culture, Victims of Crime NT, Ageing with Grace, Heart Foundation Walking, Volunteering NT,
PREFER PRINT? Pick up your paper copy from these outlets
https://www.cotant.org.au/nt-seniors-voice/distribution/