Those Were The Days!

Northbridge will come alive to the sounds of the ‘50s and ‘60s on Thursday 12 November from 12pm for a free Seniors Week lunchtime concert featuring classic tunes from the era that gave birth to rock ‘n’ roll.

The Roots of Rock ‘n’ Roll Show at Northbridge Piazza features the legendary musicians of Perth’s own veteran rockers Way Back When. The band will be joined by jive dance duos in dazzling fashions from the era, and seating and shaded areas will be provided.

Lead singer Dave Gillam said music fans could expect to hear some rousing renditions of vintage tunes such as Jailhouse Rock, Summertime Blues, Mustang Sally and many more. Way Back When band members have graced some of the best known live bands on the Perth circuit, including The Troupadores, The Jets, Dave Hole Band and On The Level.

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Seniors Week takes place from 8-15 November. Almost 80 events will be held across WA thanks to State Government and Lotterywest grants of more than $80,000 to community organisations and local governments.

The Department of Local Government is also supporting the Housing by Design event hosted by the Independent Living Centre WA on Saturday 14 November. Promoting the benefits of age-friendly housing design, including liveable homes, home modifications and age-friendly neighbourhoods, Housing by Design will take place at the Independent Living Centre WA in Nedlands, from 9.30am to 3.30pm, and includes the option of a bus tour to view a display home. To register for the event, phone Council on the Ageing WA on 9472 0104.

The Seniors Week CAT trails are a ticket to fun and adventure across Perth city and Fremantle. Developed especially for Seniors Week, the CAT trails are four free self-guided bus tours based around the Perth and Fremantle Red and Blue CAT bus routes. Maps of the trails can be found on the Department’s website.

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