Friday Talk 5 November 2021 1:15 p.m. for 1:30p.m. Start Professor Quentin Beresford Twelve months on from the defeat of Trump, America is struggling to deal with his legacy. In fact, the country is likely to face a repeat of the crisis of 2020 in 2024 should Trump decide to run again. This talk will […]
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Australian Bushrangers
Friday Talk 26 November 2021 1:15 p.m. for 1:30p.m. Start Auditorium Dr Ken Lynne Abstract: This talk covers the period from the First Fleet to the end of the bushranger era with Ned Kelly. The peak period for Australian bushrangers lies between 1850 and 1880. We meet such luminaries as the original Wild Colonial […]
Read moreMis/Disinformation on Social Media: What is it and How to Spot it.
In this session you will learn the differences between misinformation and disinformation on social media and the negative consequences that can arise when people share it within their online networks. You will also learn techniques to check the credibility of information before sharing it that are in line with the United Nations’ Pause […]
Read moreAuction Solo
The Auction Solo Group is welcoming new players: Wednesday Mornings – 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon They are a fun group! Learners and new players are welcome.
Read moreCircus: From Afghanistan to Monte Carlo
During the first part of the afternoon, we will focus on a serious aspect of circus – that of providing happiness and therapy for children. Drawing on film clips from 2019, we share the joyful story of children in Afghanistan who have been learning circus skills. Given the current situation in the country, the footage […]
Read moreIntermediate Acrylic Art October 2021
Tutor: Noela Flack “Mangrove, Water & Boats” Reference – Boreen Point Mangroves 9.30 – 12noon Wednesday 20th October – 17th November 2021 Materials list available at Reception
Read moreApple Mac, iPad, iPhone Basics
1st October – 5th November 2021 Friday 12.30 – 2.30 pm – Computer Room Tutor: Gail Attard Gail retired for 12 years after 25 years in the public service and although not specifically trained, has an interest and understanding of Apple Mac, iPad and iPhone Attendees are required to bring their own Apple device […]
Read moreCOVID-19 Update 8 August 2021
CLASSES RESUME Yes, we’re back in business! With the lifting of lockdown, U3A noosa will reopen for classes on Monday 9 August. All other restrictions, such as wearing of face masks, physical distancing and cleaning/sanitising, will remain in place and must be strictly adhered to. You will of course, be required to check […]
Read moreMembership Management software updated
We have been able to upgrade our membership registration processes thanks to a newly installed software package made possible through a $5 000 membership database grant under the Noosa Council’s Community and Environment Project Grant Program. Unlike our previous manual systems, the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) package automatically updates all membership and member details and […]
Read moreFRAUD POLICY
Introduction To provide a framework for members in the prevention, detection, reporting and management of fraud and corruption in the workplace, including within U3A noosa, its partners and agents and its affiliated entities. Purpose This policy describes the principles and procedures for all members and visitors to U3A noosa to understand and act to prevent […]
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