Seniors Festival
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Shellharbour City Council is inviting local businesses, community organisations, clubs, groups and performers to be part of the 2027 Seniors Festival. The festival celebrates the role and contributions of older adults to local communities, and the official NSW Seniors Festival will run from 1 to 14 March 2027. This year's theme is Discover. Connect. Celebrate! Scope Participation may include: Hosting an activity as part of the festival Showcasing services to festival attendees Running a stall Performing at a festival event Promoting an event in the Seniors Festival Book of Events Eligibility Open to local businesses, community organisations, clubs, groups and performers How to Apply Interested parties can submit an Expression of Interest using the following link: Submit your Expression of Interest No closing date and time was provided; please confirm with the issuer.
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