University of the Third Age (U3A) is about social connection based on informal learning and gatherings for people over 50. Explore a world of knowledge and ideas in a friendly, supportive and social environment with others like you.
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Latest News
Recent updates and stories from our 50s+ U3A community about what's happening around Canberra. Latest News for members appears here after login.
Public event: Energy Transition 2026
26 September 2026 Energy Transition 2026: No Transition Without Transmission The transition to distributed renewable energy sources is creating significant requirements...
Coming soon: COTA Seniors Expo 2026
23 September 2026 Join COTA ACT for the yearly ACT Seniors and Better Ageing Expo – the place to be for seniors! Across TWO BIG DAYS – * Wednesday...
Community Repair Cafe & Made-local Markets
20 September 2026 The ever-popular Hawker Men's Shed Repair Cafe and Local Market is back. Volunteers will help repair woollen/fabric clothes, small electrical household...
Charity concert: "Echoes of Humanity" - NCO
12 September 2026 The National Capital Orchestra invites you to attend the charity concert "Echoes of Humanity" Internationally acclaimed Polish pianist Lucas Krupinski...
Digital support sessions at COTA ACT
1 September 2026 Feeling that you might need help with your smartphone or computer? Why not book a one-on-one, free GET IT digital support appointment with one of COTA...
U3A Newsletter - September edition
1 September 2026 September Newsletter is a colourful and interesting bumper edition just in time for Spring. U3A Newsletter sub-editors for this quarter - Jan Febey and...
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