City of Bayswater to host digital expo helping adults get online.

The City of Bayswater is throwing open the doors of its community centre for a Digital Expo on Monday October 20 as part of Get Online Week.

Locals will be able to quiz experts from FamilyHistoryWA, Transperth, Commonwealth Bank, Services Australia and the City’s Library Service on how to better use digital services. The City’s Digital Mentor volunteers will also be on hand for basic tech help, while guest speaker Tim Coghill from Technologically Speaking will run sessions on “building a digital legacy” and using free online courses.

Mayor Filomena Piffaretti said the expo would give people the chance to build confidence in an area that could be daunting.

“In our increasingly digital world, it can be hard to know how to find accurate information and stay safe online,” she said.

“Our Digital Expo will give people the tools they need to navigate the rapidly changing online space securely and with confidence.

“Modern communities connect online as much as face-to-face. This event gives people a chance to meet in person while learning how to interact and stay engaged in the digital world.”

Attendees can also expect free coffee, scam-sorting games and the Library Service’s new MetaCats.