Step through the looking glass and down the rabbit hole for an Alice in Wonderland themed tea party! Tea and snacks will be provided.

Sydney Mobile Therapies will be visiting the Astra for a morning of pampering. The residents will be treated to manicures and/or pedicures in the comfort of their own homes.

Place your bets for the race that stops the nation! To celebrate the Melbourne Cup we will have lunch and champagne in the lounge.

This month we will meet for our book club at 1:30 pm in the lounge on Monday the 4th. This month’s book is There are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in the discussion.

Halloween Garden Party! Come to the lounge for a spooky, kooky Halloween-themed lunch! Dressing up is encouraged but not mandatory. Grandkids are welcome too!

Bus Trip to the Chinese Garden of Friendship. Get out of the Village for the day and enjoy a trip to the enchanting Chinese Gardens in the heart of Chinatown. Explore the gardens followed by a bite to eat in Chinatown.

Prost! Oktoberfest is back for another year. We will celebrate by enjoying a hearty German lunch in the lounge. Break out the lederhosen and dirndl and come join in the fun!

It's the most wonderful time of the month! The first Friday calls for happy hour in the lounge, and the Residents' Committee is taking care of the food for just $5! Bring your own wine, beer, or whatever tickles your fancy. Whether you're here to catch up with your long-time buds or make new ones, all are welcome and invited!

We will be traveling for a day trip to see spring in the Southern Highlands, which boasts a spectacular display of tulips at the annual Tulip Time Festival at Corbett Gardens, Bowral.

As avid animal lovers, we will be holding a Cupcake Day event to raise awareness and fundraise for the RSPCA! It is not limited to just cupcakes you can bake or bring whatever you like!

This month we will meet for our book club at 1:30 pm in the lounge on Monday the 9th. This month’s book is The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in the discussion.

It's the most wonderful time of the month! The first Friday calls for happy hour in the lounge, and the Residents' Committee is taking care of the food for just $5! Bring your own wine, beer, or whatever tickles your fancy. Whether you're here to catch up with your long-time buds or make new ones, all are welcome and invited!

Back by popular demand, the Men’s Shed Chorale will visit the Astra and serenade the residents and their guests on the last Friday of winter.

A group of us will travel to the Auburn Botanical Gardens to enjoy the picturesque cherry blossom festival and indulge in Japanese food, drinks and entertainment! There will even be a special guest appearance from Hello Kitty who is celebrating her 50th birthday!

After a successful two weeks of fun and games, it’s time for the official medal ceremony. The residents committee will present the gold, silver and bronze medals to the winning team and individuals. Residents are encouraged to come along, grab a glass of champs and join in the fun!

This month we will be meeting for our book club at 1:30 pm in the lounge on Monday the 5th. This month’s book is Hard by a Great Forest by Leo Vardishvilli. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in the discussion.

It's the most wonderful time of the month! The first Friday calls for happy hour in the lounge, and the Residents' Committee is taking care of the food for just $5! Bring your own wine, beer, or whatever tickles your fancy. Whether you're here to catch up with your long-time buds or make new ones, all are welcome and invited!

The Astralympics will be held 26 July - 11 August, which just happens to coincide with that other minor event, the Paris Olympics. The Astralympics will feature events every day from Carpet Bowls to Rummy Tiles, from Draughts to and Table Tennis, even an Olympics Quiz and many others that we'll think of between now and then. You can enter as many or as few events as you wish but remember that all the points you score as an individual will contribute to the ultimate team trophy – Australia v The World.

Christmas has come knocking in July for the merry crew at Astra! First up, a jolly round of drinks in the lounge, followed by a festive spread at the Bondi Tratt with all the holiday fixings - ham, turkey, and the works! Then it’s back to the Astra for dessert and the infamous dancefloor! Ho Ho Ho!

Residents are encouraged to join us in the lounge at 2:00 PM to taste a variety of wines from Affinity Wines. The sampling will feature wines from France, New Zealand, and Australia. Complimentary cheese and crackers will be available.

This month we will be meeting for our book club at 1:30 pm in the lounge on Monday the 8th. This month’s book is Half of Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in the discussion.

It's the most wonderful time of the month! The first Friday calls for happy hour in the lounge, and the Residents' Committee is taking care of the food for just $5! Bring your own wine, beer, or whatever tickles your fancy. Whether you're here to catch up with your long-time buds or make new ones, all are welcome and invited!

We are taking a bus trip to view the beautiful Vivid displays. We are aiming for 7:30 pm arrival at Hickson Rd Reserve Park in City to view the spectacular lights and attractions!

It's the most wonderful time of the month! The first Friday calls for happy hour in the lounge, and the Residents' Committee is taking care of the food for just $5! Bring your own wine, beer, or whatever tickles your fancy. Whether you're here to catch up with your long-time buds or make new ones, all are welcome and invited!

This month we will be meeting for our book club at 1:30 pm in the lounge on Monday the 3rd. This month’s book is I Couldn’t Love You More by Esther Freud. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in the discussion.

The residents committee has registered the Astra for the Cancer Council’s annual event to raise funds for those affected by cancer. We will be holding Astra’s Biggest Afternoon Tea on May 27th to raise funds and contribute to this fantastic cause. There is a link on our Facebook page to donate or share with your friends. You can also donate by using the link below:

www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/fundraisers/astra

It’s Cinco De Mayo! (or ocho de mayo in our case) Grab your sombrero and come to the lounge for a Mexican fiesta!

This month we will be meeting for our book club at 1:30 pm in the lounge on Monday the 6th. This month’s book is Disgrace by J M Coetzee. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in the discussion.

It's the most wonderful time of the month! The first Friday calls for happy hour in the lounge, and the Residents' Committee is taking care of the food for just $5! Bring your own wine, beer, or whatever tickles your fancy. Whether you're here to catch up with your long-time buds or make new ones, all are welcome and invited!

As a part of the Kambala Chamber Music Outreach Initiative, some students from Kambala School in Rose Bay have volunteered to perform. Stay tuned for further information!