U3A Rockhampton and District Inc.
ABN 83 907 668 103
NEWSLETTER – JULY 2026
FROM THE TREASURER:
RECEIPTS -The By-Laws as of September 2023 were changed on the management of receipts being issued for membership fees and that no receipts will be issued to members for payments for social activities. Up until recently receipts online have been issued for all payments; as we are experiencing more participation to social activities, requires considerable processing.
To reduce the workload receipts will only be issued for social activities if a request by email/written is sent to the Treasurer.
CREDIT TRANSFERS – Due to having a large file on Credit Transfers with many members using their credit for Social Activities, this has produced extra administrative tasks; any overpayments/approved cancellations for Social Activities that is transferred to Credit can be reassigned to the following years membership. If a refund is requested an email must be sent providing the bank details for transfer of funds. Prior to the due date of membership, in November an email will be sent to the creditors advising of the balance of their membership payments.
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.
GUEST SPEAKERS: 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.
Our 4 August meeting guest speaker will be Kim Harrington, Associate Vice President of CQUniversity. She will provide a yearly update to members in relation to CQUniversity.
MONTHLY LUNCH:
The “Christmas in July” Monthly Lunch will be held on Monday 13 July 2026 at the Kabra Hotel, 1232 Capricorn Highway, Kabra. Start time 11.30am for a 12.00pm start.
Cost is $32 per person for a 2 course plated roast meal with alternate drop for dessert.
Due to the popularity of this event, bookings have now closed for the “Christmas in July” lunch.
Members who are on the list and have not yet paid please do so to secure your booking by Tuesday 7 July by paying online or cash in an envelope to Robyn at the July General meeting.
SOCIAL OUTINGS: U3A ‘Hedlow Retreat’
When: Thursday 30 July 2026
Venue: 74 C.H. Barretts Road Barmoya
Time: 10.00am for morning tea
Cost: $20.00 per person
Event Details: Brief talk by Jaclyn re the history of the Retreat. Amble around the grounds and enjoy!!!
RSVP: This activity is now fully booked. Could everyone who has advised that they wish to attend and are currently on Bev’s list, please provide payment as soon as possible to secure your spot. Contact Rhondda by text 0407 141 881.
DEVELOPING DIGITAL SKILLS:
Wednesday 1st July
(This workshop has been CANCELLED due to school holidays, and venue being closed)
Wednesday 15th July (9am-11am)
More about 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 July walks will be held every Saturday, meet at 6.20am for 6.30am start at Queens Park. Any questions please ring Christine on 49261845.
UKULELE GROUP: Ukulele practice is held every Wednesday 1.30 – 3.30pm at Fred Fox Hall, 3 Gladstone Rd, Rockhampton. During July, playouts will be held at Tamarind Place, Bethesda and Alexander Gardens. If you play a ukulele and would like to join the group, please contact Barry Lloyd mob 0437 636 801.
BIRD WATCHERS: Our next outing is scheduled for the second Wednesday in August. For further details contact Barb Snelling 0419 769 899 / ynot69899@gmail.com
ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Our July Presenter will be Ann Riley and her topic is “Europe River Cruise – three rivers”. Meeting will be on Friday 17 July at 9.30 am at Athelstone Bowls Club. Contact Judy on mobile 0457 712 978.
HISTORY GROUP: The next meeting of the History group will be at 2.00pm on Monday 20 July (third Monday of month) at Oaktree Retirement Village, Glenmore Road. Contact Ann on phone 0400 766 112.
CURRENT AFFAIRS: The Current Affairs group will meet on Wednesday 15 July (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 22 July (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.