Palmerston & Rural Area Seniors

21/09/2026

One of Palmerston's own YUNG MILLA has been competing on the Voice Australia & has now made the Grand Finals.
Winners are chosen by the public SO get behind him & VOTE from now until Saturday.
Every number is allowed 3 votes. CALL NOW 0417 779 677

08/09/2026

The annual Pre-Cyclone Clean-Up kicks off Monday, 21 September!
Collections will be held across four zones, so be sure to check your collection date and mark it on your calendar.
Place your items on the verge the weekend before your zone’s scheduled pick-up—no earlier.
If you need help placing items on the verge, residents with mobility limitations can contact us to arrange assistance (please give at least one week’s notice).
Visit our website to find out what items we can and can’t collect.

08/09/2026

Come and meet the COTA NT team on Thursday and discover how we can help make life a little easier! We're at City of Palmerston Library between 10am and 12pm.
COST OF LIVING | Find out how to make the most of your Seniors Card benefits including:
🛍️ Saving on everyday shopping costs – learn about discounts and offers that can help your budget go further.
🚌 Free transport options – discover what’s available to help you get around.
🏡 AGED CARE | Need help with aged care?
Meet Janet, our Aged Care Navigator and find out how she can support you to access government-funded aged care services, including care at home, respite and residential aged care.
Whether you’re already a Seniors Card member, COTA NT member or simply want to learn more, come along, have a chat and discover what’s available to you.
You may be entitled to more support and savings than you realise!

23/08/2026

Last week The City of Palmerston with conjunction with PLSA invited the Palmerston Seniors to a High Tea & concert staring the Andrew's Sisters. Everyone enjoyed singing, dancing & good food for the afternoon.

05/08/2026

There is still time to have your say on developing our new plan for Marlow Lagoon. Pop on line today to have your say.

🌿 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗟𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲?

We are developing a masterplan to help guide the future of the much-loved Marlow Lagoon Recreation Area as an important community space, and we want to hear your ideas.

Whether it's new recreational opportunities, improved facilities, more family friendly spaces or ways to enhance the natural environment, your feedback will help shape the future of Marlow Lagoon.

Come and chat with us:
📍 Palmerston Markets
🗓️ Friday 31 July 2026
⏰ 6pm to 8pm

Or share your feedback online: 🔗https://bit.ly/4pIo2A2

📢 Community consultation closes on 12 August 2026.

05/08/2026

Thank you PLSA

23/06/2026

Seniors Resistance 10 week program
15/7-16/9/26 Wednesdays 8.45am
Palmerston Recreation Centre
Register now

23/06/2026

See you this Saturday at The Seniors Expo
10-2pm
Territory Netball Stadium Marrara

18/05/2026

The Fit for Life classes have been running for about 12 years. This large group has had its up & downs although I have managed to keep them together moving venues as organisations Have changed their business priorities from Seniors to other demographics. Seniors are resilient. Nothing is more important than your physical health & companionship for mental health. Thank you SWELL Palmerston for accomodating & welcoming our group in their latest move of venues & Coffee Club Oasis for looking after our large group 3 days a week.

To support healthy ageing and reduce social isolation in Darwin, dozens of senior members at SWELL Palmerston are coming together for Fit for Life: a fitness class designed for older adults. The program, which is focused on strength, flexibility and movement to help older adults stay act...

15/05/2026

Now is your chance to help us with our new waste service, please take some time to complete our questioner on our website.

We want to know what matters to you most about waste collection at your property including cost, reliability and convenience. We want your feedback on: