U3A Network News

In an informal interview Susan talks about the challenges she faces as President, the highlights, ‘what keeps her awake at night’, achievements and what she is passionate about. 

U3A Network Victoria President, Susan Webster, was presented with the 2018 Victorian Senior Age-Friendly Award at a ceremony at Government House during the Seniors Festival.

Individual U3A members are recognised for their volunteering work. They are living the volunteer life within their local communities

U3A members along the beautiful Surf Coast know that staying fit results in positive health benefits. It means fewer visits to the doctor and more time to enjoy life.

There are plenty of science-backed strategies for staying mentally fit for longer. But if you want to pick a winner (26 January 2019 New Scientist), studies have shown that ‘As brain workouts go, there is something special about learning an instrument’. Singing also nourishes the mind and spirit.

Why not combine walking and talking and then a cup of Melbourne’s favourite caffeinated drink?

On Sunday 11 November, 2018, The U3A Bayside Writers Group launched their Armistice Centenary commemorative website at the Hampton RSL. The group is led by Cheryl Threadgold and currently comprises 19 writers who meet monthly to share and workshop their written works in a creative and supportive environment.

If anyone epitomises the spirit and values of the U3A movement, it is Charlie, a 13 year member of U3A Whittlesea.  He emigrated to Australia from Malta in 1967.