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U3A Rockhampton and District Inc.
ABN 83 907 668 103
NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2026
U3A Queensland Conference 12 to 14 May, University of Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs: Three of our members attended this conference – Henry, Vicki and I. It was very well organised and I have included just a few dot points:
- Conference opened by our State Governor, Doctor Jeanette Young
- Emotional and moving speech by Rob Brough, journalist, TV presenter, Football Coach – “How Fabulous is our Third Age”. His advice ….. JUST DO IT!
- Healthy Brain Ageing – lifestyle is most important and 45% of dementia can be modified by healthy lifestyle habits – nutrition, physical activity, sleep and mindfulness. An interesting suggestion – piggy back your exercise off an existing habit – eg. Complete some squats whilst waiting for the kettle to boil.
- There is an excellent article attached with this newsletter from the Conference Booklet – “Lifelong learning tied to lower Alzheimer disease risk” – well worth the read.
- 2027 U3A Queensland Conference is in Mackay – an invitation to come. A Little Further North ….11 to 13 May 2027.
FORMER MEMBERS – Please remember that once you do not renew your U3A membership, you are no longer a current member and cannot attend any U3A events.
SEMINARS: Our next seminar – Succession Planning and Advocacy – Wednesday 10 June at Frenchville Sports Club.
- Succession Planning – Colin Fleming (a U3A member), former member on Successional Committee for Queensland Law Society
- What you need to know!!……What happens when you go ‘gaga’? What happens when you die? Who’s going to get the money?
- Aged Care Advocacy – Joanne Jamieson, ADA Australia Central Queensland Advocate
- Voice for Clients…Statement of Rights …. Elder Abuse.
These are excellent topics and due to the wealth of information, this seminar will commence at 9am. Sign Attendance Sheet 8.40am. RSVP by 27 May by text to Rhondda 0407 141 881
It is important to register your attendance prior to the event as the conference is free for U3A members, however there is a cost to U3A Rockhampton & District Inc for room hire and morning tea.
GUEST SPEAKERS: At our 2 June General Meeting our guest speaker will be Russell Dann from Heritage Minerals. He will be addressing attendees about the Mt Morgan Project.
At our 7 July meeting we will hear from Andrew Howard who will speak on heavy maintenance in the Aircraft Industry in Australia and in particular regional areas.
MONTHLY LUNCH:
When: Monday 8 June 2026
Venue: Brunswick Hotel, 130 Archer Street, Rockhampton
Time: 12.00 midday
RSVP: To Robyn by Tuesday 2June via Facebook, text/phone 0438 284 871 or see Robyn at the General Meeting on 2 June.
SAVE THE DATE:
Monday 13 July 2026 – “Christmas in July” Lunch at the Kabra Hotel.
SOCIAL OUTINGS:
U3A ‘Cockscomb Bush Veterans Retreat’
When: Thursday 25 June 2026
Venue: Cockscomb Bush Veterans Retreat, 124 Camms Road, Cawarral
Time: 10.30am
Cost: $20 per person
Event Details: Nick will provide a talk on the establishment of the Retreat during our annual visit supporting our local veterans. All the money they make goes to supporting programs for our veterans. Morning Tea and BBQ lunch. Further details will be advised by flyer, U3A website and facebook.
RSVP: 19 June 2026 for catering purposes and your dietary requirements to Rhondda by text 0407 141 881
DEVELOPING DIGITAL SKILLS: It is most important that members pre-register to attend each workshop, as group numbers are limited.
To register, please contact Judi Blanchard by phoning or texting/messaging to 0447 227 630.
Venue for Digital Skills workshops – Depot Hill School, 53 O’Connell Street, Depot Hill (Library in the Administration Building)
Wednesday 3rd June (9am-11am) – The Basics of using your Camera (Android phones and Apple iPhones) How to take a photo using the camera app …. Easy access to camera app …….Taking a selfie ….. Managing photos in the Photo/Gallery app ….. Editing photos in the Photo/Gallery app … Pre-registration is essential … to participate in this workshop, please contact Judi Blanchard on 0447 227 630
Wednesday 17th June (9am-11am) What to do with your Photos (Android phones and Apple iPhones) Editing, managing and storing your photos. Pre-registration is essential … to participate in this workshop, please contact Judi Blanchard on 0447 227 630
WALK AND CHAT: Our month of June walks will be held every Saturday, meet at 6.20am for 6.30am start at Queens Park. Any questions please ring Christine on 49261845.
UKUELE GROUP: Ukulele practice is held every Wednesday 1.30 – 3.30pm at Fred Fox Hall, 3 Gladstone Rd, Rockhampton. During June, playouts will be held at North Rockhampton Nursing Home and Sunset Ridge. If you play a ukulele and would like to join the group, please contact Barry Lloyd mob 0437 636 801.
BIRD WATCHERS: On 10 June the bird watchers will hopefully be heading to Old Coach Road for our next outing. The site and road conditions will be inspected before the outing and an email confirming location after that. If the outing goes ahead, we will meet at the Woolwash at 7.30am and head on from there. Any new members who may not be on the email list, please contact me so I can add your name and keep you updated. It will be interesting to see what changes the recent flooding has made. Hopefully this beautiful weather will continue. Barb Snelling 0419 769 899 / ynot69899@gmail.com
ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Armchair Travel group will meet at 9.30am on Friday 19 June (third Friday of month) at the Athelstane Bowls Club in Ward Street. The presenter will be Ann Riley and her topic will be “Rhine River Cruise”. Contact Judy on mobile 0457 712 978.
HISTORY GROUP: The next meeting of the History group will be at 2.00pm on Monday 15 June (third Monday of month) at Oaktree Retirement Village, Glenmore Road. Topic “Shipping on the Fitzroy River”. Contact Ann on phone 0400 766 112.
CURRENT AFFAIRS: The Current Affairs group will meet on Wednesday 17 June (third Wednesday of month), 2pm to 4pm at Athelstane Bowls Club, Ward Street. Contact Co-ordinator Colin Pender on mobile 0412 808 044 for more details.
MUSIC APPRECIATION: The next meeting for 2026 will be at 1.30pm on Wednesday 24 June (fourth Wednesday of month) at 17 Thora Street, Gracemere. For more details, contact Nancy on 49332722.
See Activities List for details of more activities for you to enjoy.