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WELCOME TO U3A PINE RIVERS

Starting from humble beginnings with 45 members in 1993, U3A Pine Rivers now offers a variety of classes and activities to more than 1000 members. Read about the History of U3A Pine Rivers.

What's New at U3A Pine Rivers

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Summer break at U3A Pine Rivers

Members are reminded that all classes and activities at U3A Pine Rivers will finish on 13 December, for a 4 week summer break.

Classes restart from 13 January, however not all classes will start that week. Be sure to check your Jan-June 2025 Newsletter for the start date for your classes for 2025.

In addition, U3A Centre (1480 Anzac Ave Kallangur) will be open 9am - 3pm on Monday 6 and Wednesday 8 January for renewals and new membership applications.

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City of Moreton Bay grant successful

The Management Committee decided to purchase a printer that will print more durable membership badges on-site. Your badge will now be retained for the duration of your membership and will no longer be issued yearly.

The Grants’ Officer, Greg Weekes, sought a grant from the City of Moreton Bay Council to help in covering the considerable printer cost. We were successful in our application for $2000 from their Local Community Support Grant towards the purchase of the printer.

U3A Pine Rivers is very grateful for this financial assistance from City of Moreton Bay.

Please wear your badge with pride, as it not only proves you are financial, it is also so much more friendly to be able to know people’s names.

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Thank you also, to Joy Royce for sewing a cover for the printer to keep it dust-free between uses.

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University of the Third Age (U3A)

The Third Age is the best time of your life!

Our First Age is childhood.
Our Second Age is the mid part of our lives, with the responsibilities of career and family.
Our Third Age is the best time of our lives. A time when we are free to explore, learn, and share knowledge.

Now is the Time…

to learn something new
to keep an active mind
to meet new friends

For more information, please call us on 3880 6677 or drop into the U3A Pine Rivers Centre, 1480 Anzac Ave, Kallangur.

Reception is open Monday to Friday 9 am to 12 midday.

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VOLUNTEERING

Everyone who \"works' at U3A Pine Rivers is a volunteer. Without the people who give their time freely, this organisation would not exist.

Volunteer positions

There are some positions, or roles, that require some level of committment.

Tutors and activity leaders
Members of the Management Committee, including the executive positions of President, Secretary and Treasurer
Organisational roles including: Caterer, Centre Manager, Course Coordinator, Communication Officer, IT manager, Membership Officer, Reception Coordinator, Welfare Support Officer. Basically all the roles you see on the first couple of pages of the Term Newsletter.

All of these roles would benefit from an assistant, or a backup person. Do you have an interest, or skills in these areas? Speak to a member of the committee about how you could help. Consider joining the committee, which meets once a month, or nominating for an executive position in the future.

Other ways to volunteer

There are many other ways you could offer your time to help U3A Pine Rivers. For many small tasks you could spend a few extra minutes before or after your class. There is no need to allocate another day unless you wish to.

Check the lists in the classrooms at the U3A Centre Kallangur for suggestions of simple jobs that you could do.
Offer to help on reception a couple of times each month. Training will be given.
Simple housekeeping jobs - fill or empty the dishwasher, empty waste paper bins, shelve library books, tidy the garden
Offer to assist with events eg Open Day, Social mornings, special events

Health benefits of volunteering

Volunteering offers vital help to people in need, worthwhile causes, and the community, but the benefits can be even greater for you, the volunteer. Volunteering and helping others can reduce stress, combat depression, keep you mentally stimulated, and provide a sense of purpose.
Have a chat to anyone on the committee, about how you could give some of your time to help others in U3A, and yourself.

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Copyright Notice

Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents in any form is prohibited other than the following:

you may print or download to a local hard disk extracts for your personal and non-commercial use only
you may copy the content to individual third parties for their personal use, but only if you acknowledge the website as the source of the material

You may not, except with our express written permission, distribute or commercially exploit the content. Nor may you transmit it or store it in any other website or other form of electronic retrieval system.

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CONTACT US

Office Opening Hours:

Monday to Friday - 9 am to 12 midday
Payments for Membership, Trips, Theatre and Class Levy Vouchers

Class Times

Classes operate between 7:15 am and 4:30 pm weekdays.

Phone:

3880 6677

The U3A Pine Rivers Centre phone number may not be answered outside of the office hours listed above. Please leave a message when prompted, and your query will be answered the next day.

Email:

admin@u3apinerivers.org.au or complete the below form

Postal Address:

U3A Pine Rivers Inc.
PO Box 507
Kallangur QLD 4503

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MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

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\n President: \n president@u3apinerivers.org.au \n	\n $\"\"$ Bronwen Winn \n
\n Vice-President: \n vicepresident@u3apinerivers.org.au \n	\n $\"\"$ Greg Weekes \n
\n Secretary: \n secretary@u3apinerivers.org.au \n	\n $\"\"$ Michael Terry \n
\n Treasurer: \n treasurer@u3apinerivers.org.au \n	\n $\"\"$ Jenny Everson \n
Committee Members:
\n $\"\"$ Maria Adams \n	$\"\"$ Claire Anderson
\n $\"\"$ Laurel Boswell \n	$\"\"$ Ron Cooper
\n $\"\"$ Ken Passmore \n	\n $\"\"$ \n Margaret Weekes \n

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COMMITTEE SUPPORT

U3A Pine Rivers only functions by the generous contributions of its members.

Our Management Committee is closely supported by a band of members in specialised roles. Committee Support roles are important for the running of U3A Pine Rivers. If there is a role for which you would like to offer your time, please see one of the committee.

Of course, support does not stop with these roles, as there are dozens and dozens of roles shared amongst our members including our many tutors and class leaders.

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Administration Assistant	Sandra Lynch	admin@u3apinerivers.org.au
Banking Officer	Maria Adams
Caterer	Laurel Boswell
Centre Administrator	Bronwen Winn
Centre Manager (leased buildings)	John Wright	centremgr@u3apinerivers.org.au
Centre Manager Assistant	Ron Cooper
Coach Trips		trips@u3apinerivers.org.au
Communication Officer	Joy Royce	publicity@u3apinerivers.org.au
Course Coordinator	Tony Nobbs	courses@u3apinerivers.org.au
Documents Officer	Margaret Weekes	documents@u3apinerivers.org.au
Events Coordinator		events@u3apinerivers.org.au
First Aid Coordinator	Carol Hughes
Grants Officer	Greg Weekes	grants@u3apinerivers.org.au
Hall Bookings	Jenny Everson	hallbookings@u3apinerivers.org.au
Inventory Officer	Ross Whiley	inventory@u3apinerivers.org.au
IT Manager	Ross Whiley	itmanager@u3apinerivers.org.au
Librarian	Rae Rodda
Membership Officer	Eileen Gardam	membership@u3apinerivers.org.au
Membership Officer	Meryl Julum	membership@u3apinerivers.org.au
Newsletter Editor	Bronwen Winn	newsletter@u3apinerivers.org.au
Reception Coordinator	Elizabeth Hoffman	reception@u3apinerivers.org.au
Theatre Bookings	Yvonne Wickham	theatre@u3apinerivers.org.au
Monthly Update Editor	Joy Royce	update@u3apinerivers.org.au
Welfare Support Officer	Chris Negline

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U3A Pine Rivers - Honour Boards

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LIFE MEMBERS

Year life membership awarded	Member
1999	Joe Pike
2005	Moreen Black
2005	Pam Smith
2005	Mary Snell
2006	Jan Boyall
2006	Barbara Gwilliam
2008	Derek Gill
2008	Robina Gill
2008	Jim Mumford
2008	Lillian Tebesceff
2009	Irene Sheppard
2009	John Tendero
2010	Margaret Mills
2010	Tony Yould
2011	Carin Timo
2011	George Kocur
2012	Sally Haynes
2016	Andrew Doogan
2016	Val Doogan
2017	Lyn Browne
2017	Ian Willoughby
2018	John Wright
2018	Marilyn Mavin
2018	Jean Green
2019	Roger Cartwright
2023	Laurel Boswell
2023	Beulah Bryson
2023	Bill Bryson
2024	Jenny Everson

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PRESIDENTS

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Years served	Name
1993 - 1993	George Truman
1993 - 1996	Joe Pyke
1996 - 1997	Moreen Black
1997 - 2000	Mary Snell
2000 - 2004	Jim Mumford
2004 - 2008	John Tendero
2008 - 2010	Sally Haynes
2010 - 2013	Lyn Browne
2013 - 2013	Bob Haynes
2013 - 2016	Andrew Doogan
2016 - 2017	Susan Stephenson
2017 - 2020	Lyn Browne
2021 -	Bronwen Winn

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OUR VENUES

We would like to respectfully acknowledge the Turrbal and Gubbi Gubbi Traditional Custodians of the lands on which our classes take place. We pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging. We extend that respect to any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people attending our classes and activities.

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U3A PINE RIVERS CENTRE - 1480 Anzac Avenue, KALLANGUR Q 4503

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CALALA DRIVE HALL - 25 Calala Drive STRATHPINE

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FERNY DISTRICTS FISHING CLUB - 11 Cabrilla Street EVERTON HILLS

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KALLANGUR MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB - 1351 Anzac Avenue KALLANGUR

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KALLANGUR COMMUNITY HALL - 1480 Anzac Avenue KALLANGUR

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KINGS COTTAGE - 18 Dayboro Road PETRIE

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LAWNTON COMMUNITY CENTRE - Cnr Todds Road & Ellis Street PETRIE

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SALVATION ARMY - 27-29 Lawnton Pocket Road LAWNTON

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SAMFORD BOWLS CLUB - Mt Samson Road SAMFORD

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STRATHPINE LIBRARY - Cnr Station Street & Gympie Road STRATHPINE

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How to become a Member

U3A Pine Rivers, is a not-for-profit organisation, funded totally from the membership fees and class levy fees. All the tutors, committee members, and support staff are volunteers. We are one of five U3A's in the City of Moreton Bay area (CoMB).

NOTES:

Choose the type of membership for which you are applying. Affiliate membership is only available for those who are already a current member of another U3A. CoMB U3As refers to Beachmere, Bribie Island, Caboolture and Redcliffe only. Email a photo of your primary membership badge to membership@u3apinerivers.org.au.
If the Save button is greyed out, check if you have missed some required information.
Once you save the form, our EFT details will be shown. However, if you would like to pay by cash or card instead, please visit the U3A Centre, Kallangur.
The Reception at the U3A Pine Rivers Centre, 1480 Anzac Avenue, Kallangur is open weekdays from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Membership Fees - January to December:

2024
Annual New & Renewal Membership per person per year: $35.00
Annual New & Renewal Affiliate Membership (any MBRC area U3As) per person per year: $10.00
Annual Affiliate Membership (any other U3A) per person per year: $15.00

2025
Annual Renew Membership per person per year: $30.00
New Membership per person for first year: $35.00
Annual New & Renewal Affiliate Membership (a member of another U3A) per person per year: $15.00

Membership Fees - July to December:

Half-yearly Membership per person: $20.00

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RENEWING MEMBERSHIP

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Membership fees are due by December 31 each year.
You must pay your renewal fee before attending classes or activities in the next year.

There are a number of ways you can renew your membership:

When renewals are being accepted, you will receive an email with a link to check your details in Member Wizard, then you will be able to pay your membership by EFT or in person at the U3A Centre.
Through the Member Wizard Portal, select Pay Subscription. This button will only be available when we are accepting renewals.

In person:
Visit the Ù3A Centre, 1480 Anzac Ave, Kallangur.
9:00 am -12.00 noon Monday to Friday.
Cash and card payments accepted.
Online EFT:
Direct EFT payments may be made through your online banking site.
Follow the instructions in the Payments section below.
Online card: Use your credit/debit card online at https://checkout.square.site/merchant/ML3PF5JRGVQET/checkout/TYFQUN2HWEQZBUV5ZEHK2UE4.
You can enter your card details, or use Apple Pay or Google Pay. You will be sent a receipt. Bring your receipt to reception to collect your membership badge, or enter a comment on the last page to request it be posted.

Membership Renewal Fees - January to December:

Annual Membership per person per year: $30.00
Annual Affiliate Membership (any other U3A) per person per year: $15.00
PLEASE NOTE: Affiliate members must provide evidence of current financial membership of their primary U3A. You will need to renew with your primary U3A before renewing your membership at U3A Pine Rivers. If renewing online, please send a photo of your membership badge from your primary U3A to membership@u3apinerivers.org.au.

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PAYMENTS

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Payments (in person)

Cash and credit cards payments are accepted in person at U3A Pine Rivers Centre at 1480 Anzac Avenue, Kallangur:
9.00 am - 12 noon - Monday to Friday.

Direct Electronic Funds Transfer:

Direct EFT payments into the U3A bank account may be made through your online banking site. Every activity for which payment can be made has been given an EFT payment code. The Term Newsletter has list of payment codes . If a Coach Trip or Theatre Outing has an activity in the Monthly Update, the payment codes will be given for those activities.
To ensure the process operates well, the following procedures will need to be followed.

In the Reference box, the following information is required:
SURNAME (and first name or initial if it fits)
MEMBERSHIP NUMBER
PAYMENT CODE FOR THE ACTIVITY

U3A Pine Rivers banking details are:
Account Name: U3A Pine Rivers Inc.
Bank: Heritage
BSB: 638-070
Account No: 11284854
In addition to the above, an email MUST be sent to: treasurer@u3apinerivers.org.au
If a number of payments have been made, they can all be included in the same email.

Please make EFT payments at least two days before the deadline.

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Member Wizard Portal

The Member Portal can be accessed on any internet connected device, but is especially useful for mobile phones or tablets as it allows a member to access their member record, and if necessary prove their membership. Members can update their address, email or contact details if these change at any time. They can also see a full list of upcoming events and current classes. When membership renewals for the coming year are open, members can renew quickly and easily through the Member Portal.

INSTRUCTIONS TO INSTALL

Open the link https://member-portal.memberwizard.com.au
Save this link in your bookmarks, so that you can return to it easily
Enter your email address, then click / tap the Check Email Address button.
Open your email and find the number sent to you. Enter this on the Member Wizard Portal screen.
You will be prompted to enter a PIN, to easily access the portal in the future.

TROUBLESHOOTING INSTALL

If the system is unable to verify your email address please check:

That the email address you are entering is the one registered at U3A Pine Rivers.
You cannot install the portal if you share an email address with another member. If you would like help in creating a new email address for yourself or the other member ask a friend or family member for assistance, or contact publicity@u3apinerivers.org.au.

USING THE MEMBER PORTAL

The Home screen will show you your Membership status including any outstanding amounts.

Update your personal details by selecting Change my Contact Details. If you do not have an Emergency Contact listed, please add the name and contact number.
View the list of classes by selecting the Classes and Events button. This also has upcoming events you may be interested in.
Selecting the My Classes button will show Classes you are enrolled in. U3A Pine Rivers is not using online enrolment at the moment, so you may not see anything in My Classes if the tutor has not updated the student list.
You can pay your Membership Renewal by selecting the Pay Subscription button.
You can obtain Help by selecting the Help button in the top right corner. This will give you the email address of the person at your organisation who is the nominated Portal Assistance member.
You can return to the main Portal screen at any time by selecting the Home button in the top left of the screen.

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Member Wizard Portal

INSTRUCTIONS TO INSTALL

Open the link https://memberwizardportal.au/?organisationKey=95ca5c4b-5a52-4145-922c-b72a5c24a018
Save this link in your bookmarks, so that you can return to it easily
Enter your email address, then click / tap the Check Email Address button.
Open your email and find the number sent to you. Enter this on the Member Wizard Portal screen.
You will be prompted to enter a PIN, to easily access the portal in the future.

TROUBLESHOOTING INSTALL

If the system is unable to verify your email address please check:

That the email address you are entering is the one registered at U3A Pine Rivers.
You cannot install the portal if you share an email address with another member. If you would like help in creating a new email address for yourself or the other member ask a friend or family member for assistance, or contact publicity@u3apinerivers.org.au.

USING THE MEMBER PORTAL

The Home screen will show you your Membership status including any outstanding amounts.

Update your personal details by selecting Change my Contact Details. If you do not have an Emergency Contact listed, please add the name and contact number.
View the list of classes by selecting the Classes and Events button. This also has upcoming events you may be interested in.
Selecting the My Classes button will show Classes you are enrolled in. U3A Pine Rivers is not using online enrolment at the moment, so you may not see anything in My Classes if the tutor has not updated the student list.
You can pay your Membership Renewal by selecting the Pay Subscription button.
You can obtain Help by selecting the Help button in the top right corner. This will give you the email address of the person at your organisation who is the nominated Portal Assistance member.
You can return to the main Portal screen at any time by selecting the Home button in the top left of the screen.

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CLASSES

U3A Pine Rivers offers a variety of classes. Below is a list of classes currently being offered. Before deciding on a class, read Information about classes below the list. To see the description of a class, click/tap on the class name.

You can filter the class list, by subject and/or day of the week, to show only the classes you are interested in. Examples:

All History classes - click/tap History in Subjects section AND All days
History classes on Wednesdays - click/tap History in Subjects section AND Wednesday in days section
All classes on Tuesdays - click/tap All Subjects, then Tuesday below.

You can also view the class list in a Calendar view. The Calendar View can be helpful in seeing if a class that interests you, is on a particuar date.

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INFORMATION ABOUT CLASSES

ENROLMENT IN CLASSES

If you wish to enrol in a class or for further information, please contact the specified tutor.
Members for Computer classes MUST own (or have easy access to) a PC or laptop with the software relevant to the class being undertaken and have basic computer skills.
Some classes and activities require a minimum number to proceed.
Others may be full and members wanting to join will be placed on a waiting list.
Classes sometimes last for a set number of weeks and members can only join at the commencement of the class.
Other classes have no restrictions and new students can enrol at any time.

CLASS COSTS

A fee may apply to cover costs of materials, photocopying or venue rental.
Please check with the tutor when enrolling.
If members want copies of notes for days they were not there, they will be asked to pay for them.
The Committee has no rules about the provision of refreshments at classes.
The decision to break for refreshments (and arrangements for their provision) is entirely between individual tutors and the members.

MEMBERSHIP

Tutors are asked to sight the membership badge or receipt of all members at the beginning of the term and when a new member joins a class at other times.
Members are asked to wear their badges at classes.
Tutors will record members’ attendance for insurance purposes.
Only financial members are eligible to attend classes, although a non-member may attend one class to see if it is what they want before becoming a member.
Honorary Membership can be given to Carers.
All enquiries are to be directed to the President.
The Welfare Support Officer can provide further details for prospective members with a disability.

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS AND TERM BREAKS

Unlike other U3As in the region, U3A Pine Rivers has a very flexible arrangement for classes and activities. Many of them are either ongoing, weekly, fortnightly or 1st and 3rd or 2nd and 4th weeks of the month.
Consequently, it was decided some time ago that, to facilitate scheduling and avoid confusion, we would ignore the public holidays that tend to fall on Mondays. This has been confirmed by the current Management Committee.
We will, of course, always observe ANZAC Day and Easter. In most cases we will also observe Australia Day. The tutor and members are free to decide whether classes will be held during term breaks.
All venues will be closed for the Christmas / New Year break for four weeks, and for two weeks during the June/July school holidays.

EXTERNAL ACTIVITIES

Some classes include excursions to places like museums or other venues.
The tutor will advise class members of dates, venues, cost and transport.
Other activities, such as Walking, Photography, Gardening and Art Gallery outings are also conducted for members as U3A Activities.
The rules of attendance recording apply for these as well.

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Tutor Documents

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Tutor Handbook	Copyright Licences
Class Registration Form	Course Proposal Form
Class Attendance Form	Incident Report Form
Exercise Class Participant Terms & Conditions

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COACH TRIPS

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PLANNED COACH TRIPS

There are currently no planned coach trips.

Keep an eye on our half-yearly Newsletter, Monthly Update and on the noticeboard at the U3A Pine Rivers Centre, where the upcoming Coach Trips are advertised.

After eight years of her excellent researching, planning and conducting these happy, successful day trips, Marilyn Mavin has decided it is time to step down from the Coach Trip Coordinator role. Her meticulous attention to all aspects of these activities is very much appreciated.

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COACH TRIPS – HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Book with the Coach Trips Coordinator, Marilyn Mavin at trips@u3apinerivers.org.au or Marilyn's mobile is in your Newsletter and Monthly Update. \n
- Book early to avoid disappointment.
- No coach trip bookings are taken at the U3A Centre but payments may be made there.
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Special Dietary requirements can only be catered for if advised at the time of booking.
Pay at least 16 days before the trip unless otherwise stated. Please see Payments page.
If cancelling, notify the Coach Trips Coordinator, Marilyn Mavin, by calling or texting as soon as possible. \n
- If you find that you need to cancel after you have paid, we will make every effort to fill the vacancy with someone from the waiting list, providing sufficient notice is given, or reduce the numbers at the venue.
- A refund of monies paid should then be possible.
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CHECK-LIST for TRIP DAY:

Leave off perfumed products.
Wear your U3A Pine Rivers membership badge.
Comply with current COVID advice and please bring a pen.
U3A trips leave from Strathpine Shopping Centre Bus Interchange (Dixon Street side).
Be there at least by the nominated time for processing so you are not left behind.
Report to the Coordinator (person with the clipboard) as soon as you arrive at the Bus Interchange.
During the day, listen to and follow the instructions from the Coordinator and the Driver.

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As many of our members are sensitive to perfumed products, especially within an enclosed space, we request that you consider the well-being of fellow passengers and refrain from using such products on trip day. Thank you.

ENJOY A HAPPY COACH TRIP!

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THEATRE OUTINGS

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AVAILABLE THEATRE OUTINGS

Theatre Outings are advertised in our quarterly Newsletter, Monthly Update and on the noticeboard at the U3A Pine Rivers Centre.

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Sister Act

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The global smash hit musical sent from above, is coming to the Lyric Theatre. Based on the film, which quickly became a global phenomenon, Sister Act is set to light up our theatres and lift our spirits with its irresistible energy and joy!

Starring Casey Donovan as Deloris Van Cartier, Genevieve Lemon as Mother Superior and Rhonda Burchmore as Sister Mary Lazarus

Wednesday 5 March 2025
1:30 pm
Lyric Theatre at QPAC

There are 23 seats available in Balcony 1. Ticket cost is $69.90 for Concession [ Pensioners] and $99.90 for Adults.
Book and pay U3A before 6 December 2024. Payment Code is TH7. No late payments can be accepted.

Queensland Ballet – The Nutcracker - BOOKINGS ARE NOW CLOSED

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A sparkling winter wonderland awaits in this delightful holiday ballet.

Filled with magic, excitement and dreamy delights, this rich story ballet will enchant families of all ages. As the Christmas Eve party winds down and the clock strikes 12, join young Clara on a magical adventure as toys awaken, and soldiers and mice frolic and play!

This hugely popular ballet has been captivating audiences across the globe for more than a century.

Thursday 19 December 2024
1:30 pm
Lyric Theatre at QPAC

Ticket Cost is $114 for good seats in Row K Payment code is B4.

Grease The Musical - BOOKINGS ARE NOW CLOSED

Wednesday 22 January 2025
1:00 pm
Lyric Theatre at QPAC

Ticket cost is $69.90 for Concession [ Pensioners] and $99.90 for Adults [down from $119.90]. Book and pay U3A before 18 October 2024. Payment Code is TH5.

It’s one of the world’s most iconic and loved musicals and nothing beats the feeling you get, going back to Rydell High. Danny, Sandy, Kenickie, Rizzo and the whole gang are back to give you an afternoon out, like only GREASE can!

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PROCEDURES FOR THEATRE OUTINGS’ BOOKINGS

BOOKINGS:

Bookings can be made by telephoning Yvonne (phone number is in your Newsletter or In the Loop) or at theatre@u3apinerivers.org.au

No bookings can be made at the U3A Centre Kallangur, only payments.

PAYMENTS:

Please ensure you have booked first. A TH or B number and payment date is attached to the information for the outing.

CANCELLATIONS:

Cancellations cannot be made after you have paid. If you find you are unable to go, please notify Yvonne who may have a waiting list or may be able to find someone to buy your ticket. It is preferable that your ticket goes to another U3A Pine Rivers member.

TRANSPORT:

There are two options apart from driving yourself. Bus number 345 departs from the Aspley Hypermarket at 15-minute intervals. For trains from your most convenient location, check the Translink website.

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NEWSLETTERS

The general term of \"newsletters\" includes both Newsletters and In the Loop (monthly updates).

The Newsletter is produced twice a year and contains descriptions of classes and the class schedule, as well as other U3A Pine Rivers news.

In the Loop is produced approximately 10 times a year and is designed to keep you in the loop regarding news and activities for the current month. Only changes to classes are included for that month.

Both publications are important to help you keep up with what is happening at U3A Pine Rivers. The Newsletters and Monthly Updates below have the contact numbers removed for privacy reasons.

Members - please refer to the Newsletter you have received by email or post.
Non-members - obtain tutor contact information for a specific class, by calling U3A Centre (9:00 - 12:00 Monday to Friday) on 3880 6677
or email admin@u3apinerivers.org.au

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PAYMENTS

Payments (in person)

Cash and credit cards payments are accepted in person at the U3A Pine Rivers Centre at 1480 Anzac Avenue, Kallangur:
9.00 am - 12 noon - Monday to Friday.

Direct Electronic Funds Transfer:

In the Reference box, the following information is required:
SURNAME (and first name or initial if it fits)
MEMBERSHIP NUMBER
PAYMENT CODE FOR THE ACTIVITY

Please make EFT payments at least two days before the deadline.

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The Constitution, Policies and other supporting documents provide the framework for the operation of U3A Pine Rivers. The Policies provide the rules for achieving our goals. All members should familiarise themselves with the Constitution as well as the policies listed below.

If you have questions about information in any of the documents, speak to a member of the executive or committee member, or email admin@u3apinerivers.org.au.

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Policy & other Important Documents

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Anti-Discrimination Policy	Code Of Conduct
Disaster Management Policy	Constitution
Dispute Resolution Policy	Copyright Licences
First Aid Policy	Fire Safety
Mental Health Policy	Privacy Statement
Occupational Health & Safety Policy
Risk Management Policy
Volunteering Policy

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Tutor Documents

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Tutor Handbook	Copyright Licences
Class Registration Form	Course Proposal Form
Class Attendance Form	Incident Report Form
Exercise Class Participant Terms & Conditions

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Incident & Risk Management

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Incident Flow Chart	Risk Management Policy
Incident Report	Risk Management Procedures

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What is a U3A?

U3As provide learning, social and physical activities to retirees. Run by volunteers, we offer a great community to help you get the most out of your retirement.

Why is attending a U3A good for my mental and physical health?

Social connection is important for mental and physical health and links to our sense of self, group identities, sense of purpose and quality of life. How we experience and view the world and how we were raised within our family, or our culture, can shape our understanding and perception of being and connecting in the world.

The evidence tells us:

One in four Australians, aged 12 - 89 years, experience 'problematic' loneliness (approximately 5 million people).
Some research indicates that Australians over 65 years are often less lonely than younger people and experience less depression, social anxiety and are more engaged socially.
A recent survey by the Federation of nine Councils on the Ageing (COTA) across Australia suggests that of 22% of Queenslanders aged 50 years and over were not content with their friendships and relationships, 5% hadn't had contact with anyone in a week and 8% felt lonely all or most of the time.
The same survey indicates that older Queenslanders find support for their wellbeing (and mental health) through family and friends, exercising, good nutrition, hobbies, connecting with nature and through staying connected with digital technology.
Connecting with friends, family, acquaintances and even one-off or semi-regular casual interactions, can assist in preventing or alleviating social isolation and the feeling of loneliness. Good health adds life to years.

What happens at a U3A?

U3As provide opportunities for you to try something new, make friends and share your knowledge and skills with others. Courses range from physical fitness to desk-based classes, language studies, art and craft classes, social activities and more.

Do I need to be a member to attend any courses or activities?

Yes - only financial members are eligible to attend any courses or activities.

May I try a class prior to joining U3A?

Prospective members may try one class for free, prior to joining.

How much does it cost?

Membership costs $35 for the first year, then $30 when you renew your membership for the next year.

There are usually additional fees for excursions and social activities such as luncheons.

I have a carer, do they need to become a member?

If a carer is employed by an agency, they are already covered by the agency insurance, so they do not need to become a member. For insurance purposes, private carers do need to become a member however if they will only be attending classes as a carer, they can become an honorary member. There is no cost for honarary membership, but they do need to apply for membership.

Where is the U3A Pine Rivers located?

Our main centre is the U3A Pine Rivers Centre at 1480 Anzac Av, Kallangur (behind the Kallangur Community Hall).

We have two other locations: Kings Cottage, Petrie and Calala Drive Hall, West Strathpine.

For more details on all the venues we use, see our Venues page

How do I get there?

There are bus stops near to the U3A Centre, Kallangur and Kings Cottage, Petrie. Translink app and website can provide travel details.

For more details on all the venues we use, see our Venues page

Is there parking at the U3A Pine Rivers locations?

All three locations offer free parking including disabled parking.

Is U3A Pine Rivers accessible?

All of our U3A Pine Rivers locations are accessible and have disabled parking available.

For more details on all the venues we use, see our Venues page

Do I need to study for exams?

Part of the fun of attending a U3A is that there are no exams or tests but learning for the joy of learning.

What educational level do I need to have to go to the U3A?

The U3A model does not require any prior educational level.

Are children able to accompany members to a class or activity?

No - under no circumstances may a child accompany a member to a class or activity.

Is there a limit to the number of classes I can join?

Your membership allows you to join an unlimited number of classes and activities pending availability and subject to clashes of classes. There is a waitlist for some classes. A $2 fee per class is generally applied, but there are some classes that have a higher fee due to the venue or a contract tutor. There may also be a cost for materials required for a particular class.

Terms/Semesters

We have two semesters each year:

January – June. There is a two week winter break that occurs around the school holiday, to allow volunteers to rest and refresh, and for grandparents to enjoy the company of their grandchildren.
July – December. There is a four week break over the Christmas season that coincides with part of the summer school holidays.

Can I join the U3A at any time of the year?

Membership of U3A Pine Rivers is from 1 January to 31 December each year, however you are welcome to join at any time.

A reduced membership fee of $20 applies for enrolment from 1 July.

How much time will I need to set aside?

Most classes run for approximately 2 hours. Social activities such class outings, coach trips, theatre outings and special events will be more leisurely.

What if I can't attend a class or wish to drop out?

Please advise the tutor if you are unable to attend.

Three consecutive unexplained absences from a class can result in a deletion from the class or activity.

As some classes have a waiting list, members are requested to advise the tutor if they no longer wish to attend.

How do I register for a Coach Trip?

Contact the Coach Trip Coordinator and sign up for the trip, or join a waiting list if it is already full. If you have a place you then need to make the payment for the trip by the due date.

How do I register for Theatre or Ballet?

Contact the Theatre Outings Coordinator and sign up for a musical or ballet production. If the outing is already full, you may choose to join the waiting list. If you have a place you then need to make the payment for the theatre production by the due date.

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