Useful links

The links below will lead you to other U3A resources, other opportunities for continuing education in Canberra and a number of websites offering resources for senior Australians.

U3A-ACT Sites

• U3A-ACT: Brindabella Orchestra
  Brindabella Orchestra, formerly known as the U3A Orchestra, was established to provide a musical outlet for orchestral musicians in a relaxed and friendly environment. The Orchestra presents three public concerts a year, generally in May, September and November.
• U3A-ACT: Canberra Camera Group Website
  The aim of this group is to provide an opportunity for U3A amateur photographers to get together and share expertise and experience; to provide continuing support for people who have done photography courses; and to organize and mount the annual exhibition during the Christmas Party. The website provides a place for members to show their photographs from field trips, and advertise workshops and courses by members of the U3A (ACT) Camera Club course
• U3A-ACT: The NonGeeks Network
  The network centres around an informal monthly meeting with an open agenda, where people gather for a coffee and to chat about computers and the internet. The key is openness, friendliness and sharing.Outside of the monthly meetings, the network operates through two important networking tools: a contact list for members only, and a private Googlegroups email list.

U3A: National

• U3A Alliance Australia (U3AAA)
  U3AAA was formed in 2010 to enable Australian based U3A organisations to further the movement's interests and provide an opportunity to utilise accumulated knowledge and experience at a national level.
• U3A Online
  U3A Online is a world-first virtual University of the Third Age delivering online learning via the Internet. All that's needed to study online is access to a computer with an Internet connection - and some basic computing skills.

U3A: State Sites

• Network NSW Resource Library: U3A Course Archives
  The Resource Library is the home for the U3A Network NSW educational course material. The material provided can be used by any U3A organization for the benefit of its members. Individuals may find the resources of interest for their own benefit. It contains downloadable course notes on computing and internet skills, creative writing, history, literature, philosophy etc.
• U3A Network - NSW
  The U3A Network (NSW) Inc. is an elected body representing separate U3A groups in NSW and the ACT as well as groups from interstate.
• U3A Network - Victoria
  U3A Network Victoria is an incorporated association whose members comprise some 82 Universities of the Third Age (U3As) in Victoria with over 22000 individual members. The central role of the Network is the promotion of the U3A movement, particularly on behalf of its members.
• U3A Queensland
  U3A Queensland represents the 33 U3A groups throughout the state including U3A online, with 30 U3A groups being members of the U3A network.
• U3A South Australia
  U3A South Australia is the umbrella organisation for the 17 independant member organisations in both metropolitan and regional locations in South Australia.
• U3A Western Australia
  U3A Western Australia is the state-wide body covering all U3As in Western Australia. Each U3A club is independent with seven of the ten active clubs participating in the communications Network.

Other Sites of Interest

• ACT Seniors Information Online
  This webpage provides a gateway for information of interest to ACT seniors. It includes contact details for a broad range of organisations, including those providing services and programs, health, transport, accommodation, support and legal services.
• ANU Centre for Continuing Education
  The Centre for Continuing Education is the not-for profit outreach arm of The Australian National University (ANU). Its role is to develop and maintain ANU as a leading provider of lifelong learning opportunities in community, workplace and professional education. A wide range of short courses are offered in archaeology, art, business, languages, life skills, nature, computing and art. In addition it organises overseas study tours. Courses vary in length from one full day to a semester and course fees apply.
• ANU Emeritus Faculty
  The Emeritus Faculty of the Australian National University consists of former academic and general staff of the University who seek to serve the University's interests and those of the wider community. Other persons, linked to other universities or similar institutions such as galleries, libraries, CSIRO, museums, government departments, community groups and the like, are also welcome to join.
• Association of Independent Retirees
  The Association of Independent Retirees (A.I.R.) Ltd, with national membership of 8,000 across 65 State Branches, represents the interests of self-funded retirees. Its Mission is to secure recognition and equity for Australians who, through their diligence and careful management, fully or partly self-fund their own retirement needs.
• Born in the 40s or before
  This website serves an online community for anyone born before Jan 1, 1950. Share your stories of what is happening now or just to take a walk down memory lane for a while. It is also a source of information that may assist you in many areas of your life. There is no cost involved or membership required.
• Canberra Climate Conversations
  Climate Conversations Canberra is a group of U3A members who seek to promote both public awareness of the risks and opportunities of climate change, and good policy to address those risks and opportunities. The group is motivated by concern for future generations.
• CIT Solutions
  Short courses designed to develop skills for work or recreational pursuits provided by the Canberra Institute of Technology. Courses are given in the categories of business and work skills, languages and writing, creative arts, lifestyle and house, garden and shed. Course fees apply.
• Contact: Canberra Community Information
  Do you need any information about the Canberra community? Contact: Canberra Community Information (formerly Citizens Advice Bureau of the ACT) has been serving the Canberra community for 30 years, providing up to date information, referral and support to all ACT residents.
• Council on the Ageing (COTA)
  In the Australian Capital Territory, COTA is the peak organisation concerned with all issues related to ageing. It is an independent, non-party political and non-religious organisation working to protect and promote the well-being, rights and interests of all older people in the ACT and their carers, irrespective of socio-economic, ethnic, religious or cultural background. COTA offers a range of services and support options for older people in the ACT community. COTA also offer interactive education sessions by seniors for seniors. Topics include fall prevention and mobility, use and choice of medecines and dealing with depression.
• National Seniors Australia
  National Seniors is a not-for-profit membership based community organisation which has as its major objectives: to provide economic and social benefits for people over 50 years; to represent its members views to Government at all levels; to make donations and provide service and advice to charitable institutions assisting people 50 years and over.
• Your Life Choices
  A very comprehensive listing of information and links for seniors to federal and state government departments, national and state associations, community service groups, aged care and retirement village living, as well as to seniors' lifestyle interests such as computing, wellbeing, finance, hobbies, sport and travel.

Updated 20 March 2017