Injury Matters

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in Armadale!
2025-05-13 10:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Perth) | Champion Centre, 76 Champion Drive, Seville Grove, WA, Australia
The Stay On Your Feet® team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
The City of Armadale and BreastScreen WA presents:
Armadale Women’s Health and Wellbeing Day
Date: Tuesday, May 13
Time: 10am-1pm
Location: The Champion Centre, 76 Champion Drive, Seville Grove
A variety of stalls, health checks, activities, food and drinks available on the day. Enjoy these, morning tea and more for FREE!

Falls Forum: Vision Impairment and Falls Prevention
2025-05-15 17:00 - 19:30 | VisAbility, 61 Kitchener Ave, Victoria Park, Western Australia, 6100, Australia
Join Injury Matters, in partnership with VisAbility WA, on 15 May 2025 for the “Falls Forum: Vision Impairment and Falls Prevention” and gain insight into preventing falls among older adult clients with vision impairments.
As people age, it is common for their visual function to decrease, however this is associated with an increased risk of falling. Older adults with vision impairments are twice as likely to fall than older adults without vision loss, with decreased visual function affecting factors such as balance, stability, and the ability to identify hazards in the environment. It is essential for health professionals working with older adults to support their clients with vision impairments by understanding the impacts of vision impairments on daily living and to increase their knowledge of relevant assistive technologies and home modifications.
This hybrid event will explore:

A day in the life of someone with lived experience
Different eye conditions and their impact on falls risk as well as strategies for management.
Assistive technologies to support people with vision impairment and reduce falls risk
Home modifications and community access for reducing falls risk among people with vision impairment

Who should attend:
Early career Occupational Therapists, GPs, Nurses, Support Workers and Optometrists.
Join the Falls Forum either online via Microsoft Teams (FREE) or attend in-person at VisAbility WA and enjoy canapés and networking ($15).
* Networking and canapes from 5pm, with the first speaker to commence at 5:30pm
In person Registration
Microsoft Teams Registration

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in Leederville!
2025-05-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Vincent Community Centre, 99 Loftus Street, Leederville, WA, 6007, Australia
The Stay On Your Feet® team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
Seniors Recreation Council of WA presents:
LiveLighter Seniors Activity/Information Day

Date: Friday, May 16th
Time: 10am-1.00pm
Location: Vincent Community Centre, 99 Loftus Centre, Leederville
Free event includes refreshments and lunch – BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
For further information and bookings for LiveLighter Seniors Day contact: Dawn Yates – 6118 2718 – dawn.yates@srcwa.asn.au

'We Care About Falls' with Melville Cares
2025-05-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Melville Leisurefit, 431 Canning Highway, Melville, WA, 6156, Australia
The Injury Matters team are excited to partner with Melville Cares for their “We Care About Falls” education month this May. Melville Cares are hosting three informative events for preventing falls as well as tips and tools to stay active, confident and on your feet.

May 6 – Cognition and Falls – how your mind controls your body movements and what to do when things aren’t working well.
May 13 – Anxiety Management and Sleep Hygiene – discover strategies from an Occupational Therapy perspective.
May 20 – Stay On Your Feet(R) Remove Hazards presentation, with morning tea included. Discover ways to manage hazards around your home, the importance of maintaining healthy feet and discussing how vision can change as we get older.

Remove Hazards Presentation: Tuesday, May 20
Time: 10am-11am
Where: Melville Leisure Centre, 431 Canning Highway, Melville
Cost: Free, but registrations required
To book your free place phone: 9319 0900 or email: info@melvillecares.org.au

Dementia Enabling Environments for Falls Prevention Webinar
2025-05-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Older adults with dementia are a high-risk group for falls, with people living with dementia experiencing over twice the risk of falling than those without dementia. Cognitive ability is vital in aiding alertness, planning movements, and responding to falls hazards inside and outside of the home environment. An understanding and awareness of the risk factors for falls among older adults with dementia is essential to develop effective falls prevention strategies with clients.
Join Injury Matters, with guest speaker Nick Seemann from Dementia Training Australia, for the “Dementia Enabling Environments for Falls Prevention” webinar on 22 May 2025, where we will explore:

Dementia and its effects on falls risk in older adults
Environmental risk factors for falls among older adults with dementia
Creating supportive environments for people living with dementia
Examples of a range of settings and improvements to those settings
Accessing relevant resources and referring older adults with dementia to appropriate services and health professional

Who should attend.
This webinar is suitable for Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Aged Care Workers, Carers and Nurses
A certificate of participation can also be provided upon request.
Register here

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in Subiaco!
2025-05-29 10:00 - 14:00 | The Third Place, 325 Barker Road, Subiaco, WA, 6008, Australia
The Stay On Your Feet® team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
The City of Subiaco presents:
Positive Ageing Expo 2025
Date: Thursday, May 29
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: The Third Place, 325 Barker Road, Subiaco
For further information contact The City of Subiaco: 9237 9222

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in Busselton!
2025-05-29 10:00 - 14:00 | City of Busselton Building, Undalup Room, 2 Southern Drive, Busselton, WA, 6230, Australia
The Stay On Your Feet® team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet® and learn about the importance of Staying Active by Moving Your Body with our presentation at 10.35am.
Consumer Protection WA presents:
Seniors Connect Busselton
Date: Thursday, May 29
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Undalup Room, City of Busselton Building, 2 Southern Drive, Busselton
For further information and to register contact: 08 6552 9895 or visit Seniors Connect Eventbrite Booking
Download the flyer: Seniors Connect Busselton

Remove Hazards Bingocise Event at Seville Grove Library
2025-05-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Seville Grove Public Library, 78 Champion Drive, Seville Grove, WA, 6112, Australia
The Injury Matters team are excited to partner with the City of Armadale to provide a Stay On Your Feet(R) Remove Hazards presentation as part of their Library Community Sessions. Not only will members of the community hear about the positive steps they can take to prevent falls, they will also enjoy a fun Bingocise session (think Bingo with a bit of movement) followed by an afternoon tea.
If you’re in the Seville Grove/Armadale area you can register via the links below.
Bookings open Monday April 21 and are essential for catering purposes.
When: Thursday, May 29
Time: 1.00pm-3.00pm
Where: Seville Grove Public Library, 78 Champion Drive, Seville Grove
Cost: Free, but registrations required
For further information, please contact the City of Armadale Health and Wellbeing Officer at 9394 5776
Register for: Remove Hazards Bingocise Afternoon Tea
This event is part of a Stay On Your Feet(R) series running through May. Checkout the other presentations provided by our peer educators:

Thursday, May 15
Stay On Your Feet(R) Move Your Body – did you know that building your strength and balance by moving your body is one of the best ways to prevent falls?
Register for: Move Your Body Presentation

Thursday, May 22
Stay On Your Feet(R) Improve Your Health – find out how improving your health through management medications, eating a healthy diet and keeping your mind active are great strategies to prevent falls.
Register for: Improve Your Health Presentation

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in Whitfords!
2025-06-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Whitfords Shopping Centre, Corner of Marmion and Whitfords Avenue, Whitfords, WA, Australia
The Stay On Your Feet® team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
The City of Joondalup presents:
Seniors Lifestyle Expo 2025
Date: Tuesday, 10 June
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Westfield Whitford City (near Coles), Corner of Marmion and Whitfords Avenue, Hillarys
Free Event
For further information contact The City of Joondalup on 9400 4000
Seniors Lifestyle Expo 2025 Flyer

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in Rockingham!
2025-06-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Gary Holland Centre, 19 Kent Street, Rockingham, WA, Australia
The Stay On Your Feet® team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
The City of Rockingham presents:
Seniors Safety Morning Tea
Date: Wednesday, 18 June
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: Gary Holland Centre, 19 Kent Street, Rockingham
Free event and morning tea.
For further information and to book contact the City of Rockingham on 9528 0333 or customer@rockingham.wa.gov.au

Preventing Falls and Building Communities: A Local Government Approach
2025-06-24 10:00 - 11:15 | Online
Local governments play a significant role in developing, coordinating and delivering injury prevention, safety policies and programs in their local area. Local governments’ responsibility for health can include encouraging: health promotion behaviours, opportunities for social connection and recreational participation to increase and maintain physical and mental wellbeing.
Falls are a significant public health issue in Western Australia. 1 in 3 people over the age of 65 fall each year. Falls can have a real impact on an individual’s life that can lead to a loss of independence and confidence, increased concerns of falling and difficulty doing daily tasks.
Falls are preventable, and there are many strategies that local governments can implement to prevent falls in older adult community members.
Join Injury Matters on Tuesday, 24 June 10:00 am (AWST) for the “Preventing Falls and Building Communities: A Local Government Approach” webinar, where we will explore:

What role local governments have in falls prevention.
Case studies of falls prevention programs that local governments have implemented in their community.
Advice and insights for other local governments looking to plan and deliver their own falls prevention program.
How local governments can align falls prevention programs to their Public Health Plans.

Who should attend?
Local Government workers, Health Promotion Officers, Community Development Officers, and Regional and Metropolitan Health Services.
Cost: FREE
Register here

Active Balance for Falls Prevention Workshop
2025-06-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Bendat Parent & Community Centre, 36 Dodd Street, Wembley, WA, 6014, Australia
Balance is the ability to maintain stable and controlled body positions in every day movements- whether it is walking, bending over to put shoes on, driving a car or grocery shopping. Older adults who have impaired balance are at greater risk of experiencing a fall. By improving balance we not only promote independence for older adults but we can also prevent falls. Join Injury Matters’ Stay On Your Feet® program for a half- day workshop “Active Balance for Falls Prevention”.
This program is specifically designed for fitness professionals who work with older adults. Upskill, and discover what you can do to prevent falls amongst your clients. This workshop will go over:

What a fall is and why it is important to try to prevent them.
How the ageing process and other health conditions impact on falls risk.
What is normal and abnormal gait, balance, strength, and flexibility and how these may impact on falls risk.
How to identify falls risk and implement safety during exercise.
What recommended falls prevention and exercise strategies are and how to implement them.
Where to find falls prevention resources and help.

Who should attend?
The workshop is aimed at exercise specialists, fitness and exercise professionals, therapy assistants, allied health assistants, nurses and anyone who wants to learn more about exercises to prevent falls in older adults.
Cost: $30 (including GST)
FREE for university and TAFE students
FREE for AUSactive members (please email info@stayonyourfeet.com.au for the code)
If you are an AUSactive member, you can receive 2 CEC points for completing this training.
Register here:

Shared Vision: Falls Prevention for Community Eye Health Practitioners
2025-07-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
As people age, it is common for their visual function to decrease. However, this is associated with an increased risk of falling, with older adults with vision impairments being twice as likely to fall than older adults without vision loss. Eye care practitioners play an important role in falls prevention among older adults in the community, with opportunities for collaboration and referral.
This is especially true in rural Western Australia, with a rural workforce shortage and higher rates of eye conditions experienced among Australians living rurally than non-rural residents.
Join Injury Matters, with guest speaker Jingyi Chen from the University of Western Australia, for the “Shared Vision: Falls Prevention for Community Eye Health Practitioners” webinar on Tuesday, 8 July 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm (AWST), where we will explore:

The link between vision and falls in older adults
The role Eye Care Practitioners have in falls prevention among older adults
How to incorporate falls screening into standard community consultations with older adults
The importance of access to rural eye care in preventing falls among older adults
Referral pathways and opportunities for collaboration between eye care providers

Who should attend?
Optometrists, Ophthalmologists, Orthoptists, Eye Care Practitioners working with older adults, Eye Care Practitioners who work in rural and regional WA.
Register here

Let’s Connect at the Ageing Well Expo Perth 2025!
2025-07-11 - 2025-07-12 | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21, Mounts Bay Road, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
The Stay On Your Feet® team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this annual two-day event where you are encouraged to prepare for the future and age well with confidence, and we’ll provide information on proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
Perth Ageing Well Expo:
Friday 11 and Saturday 12 July, 2025
Time: 9.30am to 4.00pm
Location: Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre
Register for free tickets through Humanitix at: Perth Ageing Well Expo
For further information head to the official Perth Ageing Well Expo website.

Preventing Falls in Older Australians: Applying the Updated National Guidelines in Practice Webinar
2025-07-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Hosted in partnership between the CRE in the Prevention of Fall Related Injuries, The Australia New Zealand Falls Prevention Society and Injury Matters, this informative webinar will introduce the newly released Preventing Falls and Harm from Falls in Older People: Best Practice Guidelines (2025), developed by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care. These comprehensive, evidence-based guidelines provide best practice recommendations for preventing falls in hospitals, residential aged care, and community care settings.
This session will offer an overview of the updated guidelines, their development and discuss their application across various care environments. Participants will hear from contributors involved in the development of the guidelines and gain insights into person-centred strategies to reduce falls risk and support healthy ageing.
Whether you work in health care, aged care, or community services, this webinar will enhance your knowledge and confidence in supporting older Australians to prevent falls and maintain their independence.
Date: Wednesday, 16th of July 2025
Time: 11:00 am (AWST), 1:00 pm (AEST)
Register here

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in Floreat!
2025-07-17 10:00 - 13:00 | The Boulevard Centre, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat, WA, Australia
The Stay On Your Feet® team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
Seniors Recreation Council of WA in partnership with The Town of Cambridge presents:
The Healthy Lifestyles Tech Savvy Seniors Event
Date: Thursday, July 17
Time: 10am-1.00pm
Location: The Boulevard Centre, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat
Free event – BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL – Contact:

Seniors Recreation Council (WA) – 6118 2717
Cambridge Seniors Services – 9285 3136
Email: seniorservices@cambridge.wa.gov.au

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in South Lake!
2025-09-03 10:00 - 12:00 | South Lake Ottey Family and Neighbourhood Centre, 2a South Lake drive, South Lake, WA, 6164, Australia
The Injury Matters team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing through our Stay On Your Feet® program.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
Women’s Health Week Celebration
Hosted by South Lake Ottey Family & Neighborhood Centre
in partnership with Moorditj Koort.
Date: Wednesday, September 3
Time: 10am-12.00pm
Location: South Lake Ottey Family & Neighbourhood Centre
Free event – Contact: South Lake Ottey Centre
RSVP for catering:
P: 9417 2372 or E: hello@otteycentre.org
Download event details: Ottey Centre Flyer

Applying the Otago Falls Prevention Program in Practice Workshop-- SOLD OUT
2025-09-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Seminar Room 1, George Burnett Leisure Centre, Manning Road, Karawara, Manning Road, Karawara, WA, Australia
Muscle strengthening and balance exercises are known to be the most effective measures to prevent falls in older adults. The Otago Exercise Program, specifically designed to prevent falls, is an individually tailored, home-based balance and strength falls prevention program delivered to older adults by a trained instructor. The Applying the Otago Falls Prevention Program in Practice training is a half-day workshop for exercise-based falls prevention, based on the international Otago Exercise Program principles. This interactive workshop explores the knowledge and skills required for allied health professionals to effectively screen, implement, and assess the outcome of exercise-based falls prevention interventions. The workshop includes the following content:

Background and impact of falls
Risk factors for falls and age-related changes
Postural stability and orientation
Falls risk assessment and screening tools
Classification of faller types
Multifactorial assessment
Strength and balance for falls prevention
Otago program principles, limitations, and adaptations
Outcome measurement tools
Stay On Your Feet® program

Who should attend?
This training is suitable for allied health professionals with an interest in exercise and older adults, including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Exercise Physiologists, and Registered Nurses.
Cost: $50
Unfortunately, this event is now sold out. If you would like to be kept informed about when the next workshop is, please email bdiaz@injurymatters.org.au, and you will be added to our EOI.
Register here

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in Rockingham!
2025-10-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Mike Barnett Sports Complex, Cnr Dixon Road and Goddard Street, Roockingham, WA, Australia
The Injury Matters team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing through our Stay On Your Feet® program.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
The City of Rockingham presents:
Seniors and Carers Expo 2025
Date: Friday, October 10
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Mike Barnett Sports Complex, Rockingham

Bring a refillable water bottle, say ‘no’ to single use plastic
Please no high heels on the day – help protect the basketball courts

For further information head to the events page
Event is free, but registrations are essential. Head to the Megatix registration page to secure your ticket.
Contact: The Event Mill on 9477 4444 or email seniors@theeventmill.com.au

Let’s Connect at a Community Event in Leederville!
2025-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | City of Vincent Community Centre, 99 Loftus Street, Leederville, WA, 6007, Australia
The Injury Matters team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing through our Stay On Your Feet® program.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
The Seniors Recreation Council of WA in partnership with the City of Vincent invite you to celebrate Get Online Week at the:
Seniors Tech Expo
Date: Friday, October 17
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: City of Vincent Community Centre
Light lunch provided and entry into a draw for $100 gift card on the day.
Registrations essential and close October 13
Call 08 6118 2717
Note: Parking is limited with free 3hr limit ticketed parking at The Loftus Centre
Download information flyer and map

Move Your Body and Stand Strong!
2025-10-22 09:30 - 11:30 | South Lake Ottey Family and Neighbourhood Centre, 2a South Lake drive, South Lake, WA, 6164, Australia
Injury Matters and the South Lake Ottey Centre are partnering for this Stay On Your Feet® community event for older adults.
Learn about the importance of exercise for maintaining bone health to prevent Osteoporosis, falls and fall-related injuries.
Renate from the Injury Matters team will discuss why falls prevention is important as we age, and Ryan Woodbury from Perth Osteoporosis and Bone Health Clinic will provide insights into Osteoporosis and how to prevent it. They will be joined by Exercise Physiologist, Anthony, to provide strength and balance assessments.
Enjoy a Stand Strong exercise class demonstrating how to incorporate exercises that build your balance, strengthen your legs and maintain bone health. Then finish the event with a free morning tea!
Attend on the day to be in the draw for our door prize.
Join us at:
The South Lake Ottey Centre
Wednesday, October 22
9.30am -11.30am
2a South Lake drive, South Lake
Download the information flyer: Move Your Body and Stand Strong!
Registrations required for catering purposes.
Please contact the Ottey Centre: P: 9417 2372 or E: hello@otteycentre.org

Ageing in WA- Thriving physically, mentally and culturally
2025-10-29 17:30 - 19:30 | The Hub, Bentley Technology Park, 2 Brodie Hall Drive, Perth, Western Australia, 6102, Australia
Join us on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm for the Ageing in WA- Thriving Physically, Mentally and Culturally networking event.
Networking is vital for researchers; it builds knowledge, collaboration and professional growth. As Australia’s population ages, healthy ageing is an increasingly important area of research. Join us for an inspiring evening with early career researchers exploring key topics in falls prevention, consumer and caregiver involvement and healthy ageing. This event offers the perfect opportunity to connect, learn and spark new ideas.
Hear from a range of different speakers:

Si Ye (Benjamin) Lee, Optometrist, PhD candidate: Advancing Healthy Ageing: Building community optometrists’ role in falls prevention
Dr Cheng Yen Loo, PhD: Voices in older Chinese consumers- Keeping older CaLD patients safe in hospital
Dr Jo-Aine Hang, PhD: Consumer-led falls prevention education for homecare clients
Charunya Abeysinghe M, Nurse, PhD candidate: Caring for the carers: An online mindfulness program for informal carers of people with dementia

This event is suitable for early-career researchers and health professionals working with older adults.
Cost: FREE
Register here

Move Your Body Riverton!
2025-10-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Riverton Leisureplex, 67 Riley Road, Riverton, Australia
Join Injury Matters in partnership with the City of Canning and Revive Physiotherapy and get ready to
Move Your Body at this free event with afternoon tea and door prizes.
Presentations

Move Your Body: Falls Prevention, Stay On Your Feet®
Move More, Connect More, Live More: Strength for Life, Riverton Leisureplex
From Pain to Power: Helping You Overcome Pain, Recover from Injury, and Prevent Falls, Revive Physiotherapy
Ready to Rise: Empowering Safe Movement, Onyx Movement

Activities

Have your strength and balance assessed by qualifed staff from Revive Physiotherapy and Riverton Leisureplex
Move your body with an Onyx Rise exercise session for falls prevention
(please wear clothes and shoes comfortable to move in)

Afternoon Tea and door prizes!
Resources and information to help you prevent falls, remain independent, and Stay On Your Feet®
Event is free to attend, but bookings essential for catering purposes and close October 24.
To register, head to: Humanitix

Mobility in Falls Prevention Webinar
2025-11-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Mobility is crucial for healthy ageing and falls prevention, allowing older adults to maintain their independence, participate in physical activities, engage in social and community life, and access necessary health and community resources.
Functional mobility is multi-factorial and influenced by body function and structure, personal circumstances and environmental factors. When mobility is limited, the risk of falls, hospitalisation and reduced quality of life increases. Approximately 35% of people aged 70, and most people over the age of 85, experience mobility limitations.
The updated Guidelines on Preventing falls and harm from falls in Older People (Community Care Guidelines) recommend that older adults undertake 2-3 hours of exercise per week, targeting balance, mobility and strength training.
Join Injury Matters for the “Mobility in Falls Prevention” webinar on Wednesday, 5 November at 10:00 am – 11:00 am (AWST), where we will explore:

What is functional mobility?
Factors that influence functional mobility
How mobility challenges can influence falls risk
How to assess functional mobility
Exercises and programs to improve mobility and reduce falls in older adults in the community
A life course approach to falls prevention

This webinar is suitable for:
Any health professionals working with older adults, including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Exercise Physiologists, Podiatrists, Allied Health Assistants, Support Workers, Aged Care Workers and GPs.
Register here

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Maresova, P. et al. Challenges and opportunity in mobility among older adults – key determinant identification. BMC Geriatr. 23, 447 (2023).
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Sherrington, C. et al. Evidence on physical activity and falls prevention for people aged 65+ years: systematic review to inform the WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour. Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act, 17, 144 (2020).

Stay On Your Feet® Celebrating Seniors Week in Beechboro
2025-11-10 09:30 - 12:00 | Swan Active Beechboro, 332 Benara Road, Beechboro, Australia
The Injury Matters team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing through our Stay On Your Feet® program.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
City of Swan Seniors Expo
Date: Monday, November 10
Time: 9.30am-12.00pm
Location: Swan Active Beechboro

Hear from engaging speakers and take part in a lively Q&A
Explore expo stalls featuring local services, activities, and resources tailored for seniors
Light refreshments by Caversham Country Women’s Association.

Visit for website for udpated information

Stay On Your Feet® Supporting Have a Go Day in Burswood
2025-11-12 09:00 - 15:00 | Burswood Park, Great Eastern Highway, Burswood, Australia
The Injury Matters team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing through our Stay On Your Feet® program.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this popular annual community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
Have a Go Day
Date: Wednesday, November 12
Time: 9.00am-3.00pm
Location: Burswood Park

Free tea, coffee and bottled water available all day courtesy of the Seniors Recreation Council of WA
Food vendors in attendance
Free shuttle bus service from Burswood train station
Free parking at Crown and surrounding carparks
Free activities and information featuring various clubs, groups, seniors and commercial agencies

Call 08 6118 2717 for more information
Visit the website for updated information
Download information flyer and map

Stay On Your Feet® Celebrating Seniors Week in Northam
2025-11-12 10:30 - 14:30 | Northam Recreation Centre, 44 Peel Terrace, Northam, WA, 6401, Australia
The Injury Matters team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing through our Stay On Your Feet® program.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
Elders & Seniors Day
Date: Wednesday, November 12
Time: 10.30am – 2.30pm
Location: Northam Recreation Centre
This special day is dedicated to celebrating our Elders and Seniors, while creating a space where community members can connect with service providers and organisations to access vital information and support. A range of government and community organisations will also be there to yarn about their services with topics including:

Wills and Advance Care Directives
Ambulance cover and emergency services
Aged care and health services
Support for carers and families

Free tea, coffee, sausage sizzle!
Presented by Ballardong Aboriginal Corporation
For further information contact: kaya@ballardong.org.au or 6607 7830

Stay On Your Feet® Celebrating Seniors Week in Bunbury
2025-11-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Bunbury Library – Activity Room, 2 Parkfield St, Bunbury, WA, 6230, Australia
The Injury Matters team are heading to Bunbury this Seniors Week for a community Stay On Your Feet® presentation.
Join us and discover how you can:
Move Your Body
Improve Your Health
Remove Hazards
to reduce your risk of a fall and stay healthy, active, and on your feet.
We will share what exercises can help build your balance and strengthen your legs and look at why managing your medications, healthy eating and keeping a healthy mind, together with removing hazards are all important to ensure you remain safe and independent.
Join us at:
The Bunbury Library – Activities Room
Thursday, November 13
1.00-2.30pm
2 Parkfield Street, Bunbury
To register:
P: 1300 303 540
E: info@stayonyourfeet.com.au
Download and share the flyer: Stay On Your Feet® in Bunbury

Stay On Your Feet® Celebrating Seniors Week in Kwinana
2025-11-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Kwinana Seniors Citizen Centre, 17 Harley Way, Medina, Australia
The Injury Matters team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing through our Stay On Your Feet® program.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
City of Kwinana Senior Citizens Centre Open Day
Date: Friday, November 14
Time: 10.30am-12.00pm
Location: Kwinana Senior Citizens Centre

Let's Connect at a Community Event in Bullsbrook!
2025-11-17 10:00 - 13:30 | Ethel Warren Bullsbrook Community Centre, 3 Maroubra Avenue, Bullsbrook, WA, Australia
The Injury Matters team is passionate about helping you live your best life through providing information on falls prevention and healthy, active ageing through our Stay On Your Feet® program.
Your health, independence, and quality of life matter, and we’re here to support you through sharing our valuable resources.
Come and have a chat with us at this community event and discover proven ways to Stay On Your Feet®.
Bullsbrook Seniors’ Expo 2025
Date: Monday, November 17
Time: 10am – 1.30pm
Location: Ethel Warren Bullsbrook Community Centre
Supported by City of Swan and sponsored by Indigo Junction.
For more infromation, contact: Maxine Aitken
P: 0421 954 502 E: events.bullsbrookoldies@gmail.com
