Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where is U3A located?
On the ground floor of 97 Creek Street, Brisbane. It is between Adelaide and Queen Streets, near the corner of Adelaide Street.
How do I Join U3A Brisbane?
Please download and complete our registration form. There is a low annual fee of $40 and this fee covers the costs of producing the newsletters which members receive four times a year, and other charges related to administration. A small charge for rental may be paid for the premises in which the activities take place.
How do I join a class?
All members wishing to join a class MUST contact the tutor of that class first to book a place. The cost of the class will be explained by the tutor concerned depending upon where the class is held and the resources required. These details are advertised in our quarterly Newsletters.
How do I get a copy of the newsletter?
Either click here or follow the Newsletter links on the menu.
What happens if I ring and find out the Class has no vacancy?
If a Class is full and you are very interested in that subject, it may be worth contacting the tutor and ask to be put on a waiting list.
What are the office hours for U3A?
Office hours are 9:00am to 3:30pm.
During holidays hours are 10:00am to 2:00pm on Wednesdays only.
How are the Classes Run?
Tutors and class convenors are members who give their time voluntarily. All classes are conducted during the day and mostly take place at 97 Creek St., Brisbane.
When are the Classes Run?
Unless otherwise stated all classes start during the first week of term. It is essential to contact a tutor before joining a class as it may be fully booked. When you attend the first class, please take your membership card.
How do I take Public Transport to Creek Street?
By train:
97 Creek Street is approximately 300m from Central Railway Station (on Ann St). Walk along Ann Street and turn right into Creek Street. U3A is on the second block on the left hand side.
By bus:
97 Creek Street is approximately 600m from the King George Square or Queen Street Bus Stations.
The free loop bus departs every 15 minutes from bus stop 21 outside City Hall - get off at the first stop (bus stop 26), which is near Anzac Square and walk along Adelaide Street toward Creek Street and turn right into Creek Street. U3A is on the left.
Bus 196, 197 & 199 depart from Adelaide St, outside City Hall every 10 mins - get off at the first stop, which is near Anzac Square and walk along Adelaide Street toward Creek Street and turn right into Creek Street. U3A is on the left.
Alternatively, walk along either Adelaide or Queen Streets and turn into George St. There is a cafe on the ground floor near the entrance of the building.
By car:
Unfortunately parking is not available at U3A in Creek St. However, there is some on-street metered parking available on Elizabeth, Charlotte and Ann Streets.
Please be careful with passenger set down, as you can only stop in a loading zone that is clearly marked "passenger 2 min". Fines are hefty, so do not risk it.
How is U3A Brisbane managed?
U3A Brisbane is a voluntary organisation, including all office workers. The Management Committee is elected annually, and operates under a constitution which is designed to cover the requirements of U3A. Our Social Committee arranges day trips, "Tea & Talks", and the Christmas Party.
How do I become a Volunteer Tutor?
Tutors are very important to us, and we would not exist without them. If you have been thinking of becoming a tutor or starting a discussion group, please come along to our next information session.
There is an information session for prospective tutors every term, at our City Venue at 97 Creek Street.
A description of your proposed class will need to be forwarded to our Tutor Liaison Officer, please complete this form. A class time will need to be arranged and then advised to the Editor for inclusion in our next Newsletter.
For further information please contact Kay Andersen our Tutor Liaison Officer on phone 3848 4428, or email tutors@u3abrisbane.org.au
When does the U3A iT Group meet?
These meetings are held the second Saturday of each month at the U3A Head Office, 97 Creek Street, Brisbane. For beginners, newcomers to experienced folk. Our co-ordinator is Helen Carberry. Please contact her by email u3a.Brisbane.iTgroup@gmail.com for these classes as per the Newsletter or email notice.
How do I hire Rooms at U3A?
Sorry - We do not let our rooms out for after hours hire.
U3A in Queensland
The Website Address of the newly Incorporated Queensland Network: u3anetworkqld This new body held its Formation Meeting at Sunshine Coast University on 4th and 5th July 2009.
U3A in Australia
U3A was introduced into Australia in 1984. The Cambridge model was adopted because at the time Australian universities were not committed heavily to the idea of community education. There are now about 130 campuses and membership has reached about 30,000, with U3A being recognised as the fastest growing education organisation in the country.
There is no national body in Australia, campuses or groups preferring to remain autonomous. However, members keep in touch through networks, newsletters, an electronic network called U3A Talk, conferences, seminars and workshops. There is also an international electronic network which operates from the UK.
How do I say "thank you" to U3A Brisbane for their support and encourage them to continue?
Why not bequest a little something to them?
Providing a centrally located facility for the holding of affordable classes is always a challenge for us, and we are trying very hard to build up our finances to the point where we can afford to buy some strata titled office space in the CBD.
Any help you can give us towards that goal will not only be greatly appreciated; it will also be serving a high Community purpose in a nation whose population is rapidly ageing. Please use the wording provided on our bequest information sheet.
Winter School 2012
Did you miss out? Get in early for 2012!
Jitterbugging at City Hall
- Thirty-one authors
- Thirty-one fascinating stories
Volunteer Position Available
Assistant Venue Co-ordinator
... must be very organised personally and able to organise others ... be prepared to work a minimum of 20-30 hours per week ...
Please contact Alan Biggs at u3a.brisbane.alanb@gmail.com to arrange an interview.
NAME BADGES
ORDER A NAME BADGE - For cost of badge & postage enquire at U3A Office.When ordering please print clearly the name required.
Would you like to tutor at U3A?
We welcome new tutors to come and teach about ... anything ...The Computer Section is looking for more Tutors and Assistant Tutors. Have you had any experience with computers and any technical experience? Our computer Laboratory is state of the art with 12 computers available for student use.
Car Parking is not available
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