Community & Business
9 October, 2025
Shire’s seniors spoiled for choice
FROM Mareeba and Kuranda across to Dimbulah and Mount Molloy, celebrations for the shire’s senior citizens will be front and centre this month.
Mareeba Shire Council is taking bookings for the highly anticipated Mareeba Seniors Morning Tea, which will include an information Expo by local organisations and services from 9am to 10am, followed by a delicious high tea provided by the Mareeba International Club and entertainment by local groups and schools until noon.
“Councillors are looking forward to welcoming our senior residents to this much-loved annual event,” a council spokesperson said.
“Bookings are essential, and bookings should be done early to avoid missing out, as this event fills quickly every year.”
Call council on 0429 873 744 or email communications@msc.qld.gov.au.
MSC is also supporting Senior Morning Tea events at:
Kuranda Neighbourhood Centre, which will combine morning tea and a fun art workshop with local artist Robyn King. Guests will have the chance to design and paint their own tea towel to take home. The event is being held on Tuesday, 14 October,10am-12 noon, in the centre overlooking the new community gardens. To book, call 4093 8933.
Dimbulah Community Centre, which will hold a fabulous morning tea and sweets, shared activities and great conversation, from 9.30am-12 noon, on Friday 24 October. To book, call 4093 5444.
Mount Molloy State School, where students will host and prepare a wonderful morning tea with a selection of homemade treats, and seniors can enjoy a morning session of board games and stories. The event is from 10.15am-11.15am, Friday 24 October. To book, call 4094 1261.
Kuranda CWA, which will be providing a high tea accompanied by a live harp performance and line dancers. The event, from 10.30am-12.30pm on Saturday 25 October, is a wonderful opportunity to connect with community while enjoying a morning of entertainment and delicious food. To book, call 0413 178 489.
Irvinebank School of Arts and Progress Association, which is combining a delicious morning tea, historical display of Irvinebank and entry to the Loudoun House Museum. The event will go from 10.30am-12.30pm, on Monday 27 October. To book, call 4096 4020.
