TV star’s healthy ageing roadshow rolls into northern NSW

Australian TV personality and The Block co-host, Shelley Craft, is hitting the road with Dr Lisa Beecham to bring healthy ageing education to local regional communities in northern NSW.

The Healthy Ageing Roadshow, with support from by The Country Women’s Association (CWA) of NSW, aims to support Australians living in regional communities to learn about healthy ageing. The roadshow will visit CWA branches in Wauchope, Coffs Harbour, Maclean and Kyogle from Tuesday 30 July to Thursday 1 August.

Specialist General Practitioner, Dr Lisa Beecham, will join Shelley Craft in discussion to unpack key health topics including the effects of age-related immunity decline (ARDI), having better conversations with your doctors, managing chronic conditions and viral diseases, as well as the importance of nutrition, exercise, well-being and community connections.

While most medical services in regional areas are delivered by GPs, the number of GPs with procedural skills in regional locations has declined significantly over the past 15 years. The roadshow aims to create important opportunities for regional Australians interested in healthy ageing to find out more about how to help maintain your health as you age.

Shelley Craft, who is a northern NSW local, says that tapping into the knowledge of health experts, like Dr Beecham, is key to empowering ageing, rather than shying away from it.   

“As someone who is approaching 50, I am passionate about empowering a healthy approach to getting older – one that moves away from negativity and fear to celebrating and embracing this exciting life stage. Knowledge and information are key to this,” said Shelley.

“Healthy ageing is not about anti-ageing. Ageing is inevitable and we each have the power to better understand and enjoy all the wonderful things that come with getting older. Supporting not only physical health, but your mental and emotional wellbeing, are a part of living well at any stage of life.

“The Healthy Ageing Roadshow brings health information and support to regional communities where it is needed. I am excited to share my personal experiences and insights to support others on their ageing journeys – no matter their age,” she said.

According to CEO of The Country Women’s Association of NSW, Danica Leys, the roadshow is an example of how community-level initiatives can drive health education with practical advice and resources.

“Regional communities face unique health challenges. By bringing comprehensive health information directly to our regional communities with the Healthy Ageing Roadshow, we hope to support our members in northern NSW, and the broader community, in addressing some of the individual challenges they may experience head-on,” said Danica.

Alan Paul, Executive Country Medical Director, said that the campaign harnesses a shared focus on positively impacting our communities.

“GSK Australia is committed to improving the health and quality of life of all Australians, including those living in regional areas. We are pleased to play a small role in supporting the broader work of The Country Women’s Association of NSW in enhancing the lives of local communities in regional NSW and beyond,” said Alan.

Healthy Ageing Roadshow event itinerary