This relaxed 2-2.5-hour session is all about helping older Australians build confidence with their smartphones. We’re keeping it simple, practical, and paced to help everyone feel at ease. Each topic includes a short demo followed by a hands-on activity. Learners will leave feeling proud of what they tried and ready to explore more.
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Get to know your Smartphone
<p>This relaxed 2-2.5-hour session is all about helping older Australians build confidence with their smartphones.</p>
<p>We’re keeping it simple, practical, and paced to help everyone feel at ease.
This 2–2.5-hour session is all about introducing older Australians to common online and phone-based scams and empowers them to protect their personal information. Learners explore different types of scams, how to spot red flags, and what to do if they're targeted. The session builds on digital confidence while promoting safe habits.
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Stay safe online and avoid scams
<p>This 2–2.5-hour session is all about introducing older Australians to common online and phone-based scams and empowers them to protect their personal information. Learners explore different types
This relaxed 2–2.5-hour session helps older Australians feel more confident using their device’s camera to take, view, and share photos and videos. Participants will explore photo modes, organise their gallery, perform basic edits, and send photos to friends or family via message or email.
This hands-on 2–2.5-hour session helps older Australians become more confident with smartphone apps. It introduces what an app is, where to find and download them, and how apps can simplify everyday activities such as checking travel cards, managing phone bills, and accessing government services. Learners will explore useful apps, learn how to manage app settings, and practise using real-life apps to build independence and digital confidence.
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Apps that make life easier
This hands-on 2–2.5-hour session helps older Australians become more confident with smartphone apps. It introduces what an app is, where to find and download them, and how apps can simplify everyday
In his workshop, you will learn the basics of how to navigate your way around a smartphone with a touchscreen. You will learn how to turn the phone on and off, make and receive calls, add a contact and look up a contact, and change the volume on the phone. You will also learn briefly about apps, what they are, how to download them, and the costs associated with them. What you’ll need: An internet-connected smartphone An existing Apple account (or Apple ID), for downloading apps to...
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Mandarin speaking only. This 2–2.5-hour introduces older Australians to artificial intelligence (AI) in everyday life. Learners will discover what AI is, explore examples they might already use (like voice assistants and online suggestions), and practise trying simple AI tools such as Siri, Google Assistant/Gemini, or ChatGPT.
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This relaxed 2-2.5-hour session is all about helping older Australians feel more confident using either a computer or tablet. We’re keeping it simple, practical, and paced to help everyone feel at ease. Each topic includes a short demo followed by a hands-on activity. Learners will leave feeling proud of what they tried and ready to explore more.
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This relaxed 2–2.5-hour session is all about helping older Australians feel more confident using their smartphones or tablets to stay in touch. The session focuses on making and receiving calls, sending and replying to text messages, recognising notifications, and managing contacts. We’ll also introduce messaging apps like WhatsApp or Messenger for those ready to explore further. Each topic includes a short demo followed by a hands-on activity. Learners will leave feeling proud of...
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This relaxed 2–2.5-hour session is all about helping older Australians feel more confident using email. They will learn how to write, send, receive, and reply to emails, and understand key safety tips for managing spam and scams. Designed for beginners, this session focuses on Gmail as the default provider due to its ease of use and broad support.
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This 2–2.5-hour session helps older Australians explore fun and practical ways to use their smartphone or tablet. From setting reminders to finding your way, and discovering how to enjoy music, videos, podcasts or games, learners will build confidence using everyday apps. They’ll also practise switching between apps and closing them when not needed. This session is a hands-on exploration, tailored to learners’ interests. It aims to show that digital devices aren’t just for...
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