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SEMESTER 1
January - June 2022
Sydney U3A Inc. ABN: 32 251 810 797
02 9267 9056 mail@sydneyu3a.org
Suite 10.2, St Martin's Tower www.sydneyu3a.org
31 Market St
Sydney NSW 2000
Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2019SYDNEY U3A INC.
SYDNEY
The colours of the U3A logo reflect our vision of
SHARING - GROWING - SOCIALISING - PASSION
SYDNEY U3A OVERVIEW
The ethos of Sydney U3A is to promote and foster the melding of lifelong learning, exercise and
community interaction, so that the third age - the time when full time employment has ended
- is truly the age of reinvention, rejuvenation, renewal and redirection.
Sydney University of the Third Age (Sydney U3A) offers hundreds of intellectually stimulating courses, across seven regions of
metropolitan Sydney and across a wide spectrum of topics, including the arts, sciences, history, leisure, language, computing,
discussion groups, literature, travel, philosophy, music, cinema, economics, writing, family history, theatre, and fitness.
7 REGIONS CONTENTS
CITY AND Ashfield, Burwood, City, Sydney U3A Overview 3
INNER WEST Glebe, Leichhardt, Millers Point,
Course Listing Order 4
Revesby, Rozelle, Strathfield
EASTERN Bondi, Maroubra, Paddington, Course Delivery 4
Randwick, Waverley, Woollahra Booking a Course 4
ENDEAVOUR Cronulla, Gymea, Hurstville, Insurance 4
Kogarah, Miranda, Oatley,
Sans Souci, Sutherland, Yowie Bay AGM 4
GREATER WESTERN Blacktown, Parramatta, Toongabbie Principal Officers 4
HARBOURSIDE Castle Cove, Chatswood, Regional Presidents 5
NORTH Greenwich, Hunters Hill, Acting President Message 5
Lane Cove, Mosman,
McMahons Point, Roseville VP Education Message 5
NORTHERN Avalon, Balgowlah, Belrose, Events 6
BEACHES Collaroy, Forestville, Frenchs Forest, Zoom Courses 10
Mona Vale, Narrabeen, Newport,
City and Inner West 15
North Curl Curl, Warriewood
UPPER NORTH Berowra, Castle Hill, Epping, Eastern 22
Gordon, Hornsby, Killara, Lindfield, Endeavour (Southern) 25
Pennant Hills, Pymble, St Ives,
Greater Western 31
Turramurra, Wahroonga, Waitara.
Harbourside North 34
Northern Beaches 45
GENERAL ENQUIRIES Upper North 54
Central Office Suite 10.2, 31 Market St, Sydney NSW Index of Course Topics 62
Monday to Friday 10:00 - 1:00
Ph: 02 9267 9056 or email: mail@sydneyu3a.org Index of Course Suburbs 63
Web: www.sydneyu3a.org Planning Calendar 64
SPECIFIC ENQUIRIES
Related to regional activities and/or courses can be made to Regional Presidents or Regional Course Coordinators
listed in this book.
This Course Book provides details of the wide variety of courses, presentations, events, and other information, that
is available to all U3A members. Courses are offered in different ways; some are single presentations, others go for
several weeks or through the entire semester.
Thank you to the Regional Coordinators and their teams, for compiling the information for this book; to the editor
Keith Crowe, and to Kwik Kopy Circular Quay for the printing.
3COURSE LISTING ORDER
Events are listed first, followed by all Zoom courses in start date order. Courses provided by each region are next.
Within a region venues are listed in alphabetical order, and courses for each venue are in start date order.
COURSE DELIVERY
The COVID -19 pandemic continues to affect our provision of courses. However, in general most courses are now back
face-to-face with some restrictions on seating etc. Details may change after this course book is printed. Any amendments/
updates are advised on the main web page and in each region’s online section.
BOOKING A COURSE
The starting point to book a course is included in each course listing. It will either be a person to contact, or reference to a
website, where you can book online.
In order to book and attend a course, please note the following:
• C
ontact the person whose name/email/phone number is given as the booking secretary, OR, go to the website indicated
in the listing
• If there is a problem with this - contact the venue or course coordinator
• P
rovide your name, membership number (see note below) and phone number, if booking by email or phone
• U
se the MyU3A booking facility - where indicated - membership number and password are required
• S
ome courses have a maximum number of attendees, which will be indicated in brackets after the course or event;
e.g. (max 10). If you are unable to attend a course after you have booked, please notify the booking secretary, or cancel
online - as there can be waiting lists
• W
ear your membership badge at all times for face to face meetings.
Note:
If you are not a member, you may book a course, and then attend up to two sessions, before you need to become a member.
INSURANCE
Sydney U3A Inc. has public liability insurance to cover against possible damage or injury to persons or property arising from
proven negligence by any member of Sydney U3A or its invitees at the site on which the activity occurs, except in the case
of water or aircraft activity.
Members participating in a course that has a physical component, such as bush walking, table tennis or exercise classes, are
required to sign a form acknowledging that the members understand the insurance cover, before being accepted into one
of these courses.
AGM
Notice of our AGM on Wednesday 30th March, 2022, and a Form of Nomination for Office Bearers, are at the rear of the book.
PRINCIPAL OFFICERS
President TBA president.sydneyu3a@gmail.com
VP Education Anne Richardson vpeducation.sydneyu3a@gmail.com
VP Public Relations TBA
Treasurer Ivona Kadlec sydu3a.treasurer@gmail.com
Secretary Pamela Frei secretary.sydneyu3a@gmail.com
Admin Manager Lynda Cronshaw officemgr.sydneyu3a@gmail.com
4 Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022REGIONAL PRESIDENTS
City and Inner West Jennifer Waldron jenniferwaldron2@gmail.com
Eastern David Rosenwax drosenwax@bigpond.com
Endeavour TBA
Greater Western TBA
Harbourside North Michael Suckling mwsing@tpg.com.au
Northern Beaches Rosemary McCulloch ramccull@gmail.com
Upper North Marilyn Pryor marilynpryor7@gmail.com
A MESSAGE FROM THE ACTING PRESIDENT
As you would be aware our President for the past two years, Judy Harris, has stepped down from the
position. During her time as President we were faced with a constantly changing environment, never
knowing whether the decisions we made today would apply next month, or even next week. I have
been a U3A member for fifteen years and have never known a situation anything like the one Judy
had to handle, so on behalf of all our members thank you so much Judy for your hard work and
unbelievable enthusiasm. Until the AGM in March I will be acting in the role of President - some of you
will know me already as the President of the City & Inner West region- and at the AGM I am willing to
nominate for the position of Sydney U3A president.
So if you wish to be further involved in the future direction of U3A please join us at our AGM on Wednesday, 30 March
2022 where you can meet Ita Buttrose (our guest speaker) as well as your many friends.
On behalf of the entire Board of Management and all those diligent volunteers whose goal is to make U3A prosper and
flourish, I hope 2022 allows all U3A members to enjoy the benefits this wonderful association offers.
Jennifer Waldron
A MESSAGE FROM THE VP EDUCATION
After two amazing years in the role of VP Education, I am delighted to report that U3A is alive and
well thanks to the enormous effort of all the volunteers with whom I have had the honour and pleasure
of working during that time. With the tireless efforts of every volunteer, U3A was able to sustain its
vision of providing life-long learning and social activities for everyone.
Despite unprecedented challenges, the unseen components of the engine which operates U3A, have
aspired to maintain the best service for all U3A members.
Under the leadership of the Board of Management, supported by each of the teams who are guided
by strong, focused and dedicated leaders: the IT team, the regional web editors, the regional course coordinators, the
office staff, the course book creators and all the presenters, booking secretaries, venue coordinators, Zoom licence
managers and many more too numerous to mention - U3A has continued to thrive.
In our efforts to make U3A the best it can be, a strategy planning meeting was held. At this meeting it was decided that
we should canvass our members by giving them an opportunity to respond to a survey. The results of the survey, which
so many members took the time to complete, is providing a foundation for the future planning of U3A. As a result, a
promotion team is now in place. Their mission is to retain and recruit members.
Concurrently, another team is investigating ways to improve our online booking system. In response to member requests,
Zoom courses will continue and be advertised in the front pages of the Course Book - as will events. Face to face sessions
will continue to offer the opportunities of extended learning as well as socialisation.
Anne Richardson
5EVENTS
Semester 1, 2022
2022 HOLIDAY: Wangaratta
Sunday 1 May to Friday 6 May 2022
Depart Sunday 1 May 7:15am from Central Station Bay 8 Western Forecourt: 8:00am from Railway St Pennant Hills
and 8:30am from Fitzwilliam St, Parramatta
Return Friday 6 May at approximately 4:30pm to Fitzwilliam St Parramatta: 5:00pm Railway St, Pennant Hills Station
and 5:45pm Central Station
PLEASE NOTE: Whilst bookings and deposits were taken in October 2021, if interested in this holiday please contact
Diana Pine on 48613721 to ascertain if any rooms are still available. The itinerary for this holiday is available on the Sydney
U3A Website in the Greater Western Region’s section of the website.
For those people already booked on this holiday please note:
Full Payment: Balance made payable to Coach Holidays and Tours must be posted to Diana by 21 March 2022. The
balance is partly refundable until the time and date of departure. No refund can be made after the time of departure or for
any unused portions of the tour. Deposits are non-refundable within 30 days of departure. Eligible deposit refunds prior to
this time are subject to a service charge of $50 per person.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Please Note: The company Greater Western used to book U3A’s Annual Holiday always advises that people booked on the
trip should take out Travel Insurance. However, owing to our experience with Coronavirus restrictions imposed on us during
2020/2021, as the organiser of the holiday, I have a guarantee from the company that if the holiday is cancelled owing to
Coronavirus restrictions, such as borders being closed again, then all money paid will be fully refunded.
Diana Pine
TOUR OF ST MARY’S CATHEDRAL (max 20)
Organised by David Wardle City and Inner West Region
will be held on: Thursday and Tuesday 3 February and 8 March from 10:30 to 12:00
St Marys Rd Sydney
St Mary’s Cathedral was designed by architect William Wardell after the first cathedral burnt down in 1865. It was substantially
completed by 1928, although the spires were not added until 2000. It is built in the Victorian Gothic style, has beautiful
stained glass windows and tells the story of the foundation and development of the Roman Catholic faith in Australia.
Arrive 15 minutes early. The meeting point is inside the Cathedral by the bookshop. A charge of $5 per person, which
contributes to the upkeep of the Cathedral, will be collected on the day.
Bookings essential by email to David Wardle djwardle01@gmail.com
When booking give your name, membership number and telephone number. Enquiries only 0414 441 336
GUIDED TOUR OF SYDNEY TRADES HALL (max 15)
Organised by Beatrice Scheepers City and Inner West Region
will be held on: Thursday 5 May from 9:45 to 12:30
Cnr Goulburn and Dixon Sts Haymarket
Designed in the Victorian Commercial Italianate style, the Trades Hall was built as a meeting place for Australia’s trade
union movement. This tour will explore its heritage architecture, the history of progressive movements hosted there and
its role in broadcasting and literacy services.
Free event. Optional Malaysian lunch afterwards Bookings essential, and only between 9am Monday 25 April and 5pm
Wednesday 27 April Places to be determined by ballot. Results notified by 5pm Friday 29 April. Priority given to
members who provide telephone number, membership number and expiry date.
Email bookings only: Beatrice Scheepers egoranje@gmail.com 0402 969 004 (enquiries only)
6 Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022EVENTS
Semester 1, 2022
TOUR OF SYDNEY’S GOVERNMENT HOUSE (max 10)
Organised by David Wardle City and Inner West Region
will be held on: Friday and Sunday 4 March and 20 March from 11:00 to 2:00
Conservatorium Rd alongside The Royal Botanic Gardens
Opened in 1845, Sydney’s Government House is the vice-regal residence of the Governor of NSW and one of the finest
examples of Gothic Revival architecture in Sydney. View the restored grand historic interiors, including the exquisite hand-
painted stencil ceilings, and a significant collection of portraits, furniture, decorative arts and gubernatorial memorabilia,
many of them produced in NSW and of heritage significance.
Bookings essential: David Wardle djwardle01@gmail.com
Provide name, telephone number and membership number and expiry date.
SPARKLING HIGH TEA AT PARLIAMENT HOUSE (max 12)
Organised by Beatrice Scheepers City and Inner West Region
will be held on: Friday 11 March from 12:00
6 Macquarie St Sydney
Come and enjoy a selection of handmade and freshly baked sweet and savoury delights, served on Parliamentary Crested
Wedgewood plates, accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine.
Cost $60 payable in advance by EFT only. Payment details when booking. This is a catered prepaid event so refunds may
not be possible. Bookings essential and only between 9am Wednesday 23 February and 5pm 25 February. Places will be
determined by ballot. Results notified by 5pm Monday 28 February. Priority given to members who provide telephone
number, membership number and expiry date when booking.
Email bookings only: Beatrice Scheepers egoranje@gmail.com 0402 969 004 (enquiries only)
LOCAL HISTORY TOUR OF CENTRAL STATION (max 10)
Organised by Beatrice Scheepers City and Inner West Region
will be held on: Tuesday 22 March from 9:30
Henry Deane Plaza, 2 Lee St, Railway Square
Central Station is one of Sydney’s grandest public buildings. Its construction was a huge undertaking, requiring the
relocation of several cemeteries and the demolition of a large number of historic buildings. Come and explore the many
stories associated with this site.
Requirements: reasonable fitness, comfortable shoes, water and sun/rain protection. Bookings essential, and only between
9am Monday 14 March and 5pm Wednesday 16 March. Places to be determined by ballot. Results notified by 5pm Friday
18 March. Priority given to members who provide telephone number, membership number and expiry date.
Email bookings only: Beatrice Scheepers egoranje@gmail.com 0402 969 004 (enquiries only)
Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022 7EVENTS
Semester 1, 2022
LOCAL HISTORY TOUR OF CENTRAL STATION (max 10)
Organised by Beatrice Scheepers City and Inner West Region
will be held on: Tuesday 12 April from 9:30
Henry Deane Plaza, 2 Lee St, Railway Square
Central Station is one of Sydney’s grandest public buildings. Its construction was a huge undertaking, requiring the
relocation of several cemeteries and the demolition of a large number of historic buildings. Come and explore the
many stories associated with this site.
Requirements: reasonable fitness, comfortable shoes, water and sun/rain protection. Bookings essential, and only
between 9am Monday 4 April and 5pm Wednesday 6 April. Places to be determined by ballot. Results notified by
5pm Friday 8 April. Priority given to members who provide telephone number, membership number and expiry date.
Email bookings only: Beatrice Scheepers egoranje@gmail.com 0402 969 004 (enquiries only)
TRIP TO NAN TIEN BUDDHIST TEMPLE (max 40)
Organised by Greater Western Region
will be held on: Wednesday 6 April from 8:30 to 5:00
address: Wollongong
First stop Stanwell Tops for morning tea, then to the Temple via the Sea Cliff Bridge. Guided tour of the Temple including
the pagoda, pilgrim lodge, shrines and exhibits. This will be followed by a delicious lunch at the Shellharbour Club.
Bus leaves Fitzwilliam St Parramatta 8:30am and will return by 5pm. Wheelchair access.
Bookings: June Keith 0412 040 230 junekeith@optusnet.com.au
Cost $58 payable by 18 March.
A PICNIC ON THE HAWKESBURY (max 10)
Organised by Beatrice Scheepers City and Inner West Region
will be held on: Friday 29 April from 8:30
Central Station CCN Line
This waterside walk is the ideal setting for appreciating the bush environment and having a look at the trees, shrubs and
flowers that create this magical setting right on Sydney’s doorstep. Along the way we’ll discover the beauty of the banks,
beaches and sandstone landforms, plus the spot where Australia’s Constitution was drafted. BYO picnic lunch to enjoy in
one of the prettiest settings in NSW. This is a leisurely outing, dictated by the eccentric public transport timetables.
Total distance: 6km.
Requirements: sturdy walking shoes, sun and rain protection, water, reasonable level of fitness. Cameras recommended.
Swim at own risk. Train 8.48 from Central, CCN Line. Arrive Hawkesbury River 9.49, then ferry to Little Wobby. Return by
train 3.02, arriving Sydney 4.10.
Bookings essential, and only from 9am Monday 18 April to 5pm Thursday 21 April. Places to be determined by ballot.
Results notified by 5pm Friday 22 April. Priority given to members who provide telephone number, membership number
and expiry date.
Email bookings only: Beatrice Scheepers egoranje@gmail.com 0402 969 004 (enquiries only)
8 Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022EVENTS
Semester 1, 2022
HISTORY WALK ALONG HAWTHORNE CANAL (max 10)
Organised by Beatrice Scheepers City and Inner West Region
will be held on: Tuesday 10 May from 9:30
Leichhardt North Light Rail Stop
Long Cove Creek, nowadays known as the Hawthorne Canal, has a rich and varied history. It is thought that the Creek,
during pre-colonial times, formed the natural boundary between the Gadigal and Wangal people. These days it separates
Leichhardt from Haberfield. Come for a walk along its banks and discover the creative arts hubs, the heritage infrastructure,
the engineering marvels, and the stories of rebellion. Total distance 4km, mostly flat.
Requirements: reasonable fitness, comfortable shoes, sun/rain protection, and water. Optional coffee/lunch afterwards at
local café. Walk finishes at Lewisham West Light Rail stop.
Bookings essential, and only between 9am Monday 2 May and 5pm Wednesday 4 May. Places to be determined by ballot.
Results notified by 5pm Friday 6 May. Priority given to members who provide telephone number, membership number and
expiry date when booking.
Email bookings only: Beatrice Scheepers egoranje@gmail.com
Leader: Beatrice Scheepers 0402 969 004 (enquiries only)
CHAU CHAK WING MUSEUM TOUR AT THE UNIVERSITY
OF SYDNEY (max 25)
Organised by Harbourside North Region
will be held on: Wednesday 11 May from 10:00 to 12:30
Chau Chak Wing Museum, University of Sydney
Sydney’s newest centre for the Arts and Culture: the museum brings together art, science, history and ancient cultures on
the University of Sydney’s main campus. An expert guide will take you through the exhibitions, from visual arts to natural
history, Mediterranean antiquities to Indigenous culture, and scientific instruments to historic photography.
The cost of the tour is $20, Seniors: $15. Instructions for getting to the museum can be found at
https://www.sydney.edu.au/museum/about-us/getting-here.html.
Bookings and enquiries to Rosemarie Einstein einstein@starmer.net.au (preferred), 0412 043377
Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022 9ZOOM COURSES
Semester 1, 2022
Current Affairs Famous People
YOU NEED NOT AGREE 7. Dr Chris O’Brien AO
14 Apr
Every Monday from 10 Jan 10:00 to 12:00
Australian head and neck surgeon
A group discussion of topical, local, national, international
Presenter: Con Bugden
or general matters where all opinions are welcome.
Leader and Bookings: Kevin Murray Famous People
kevandglenny@gmail.com 9997 6078 8. General John Monash; The Light Horse Brigade
Hosted by Region NORTHERN BEACHES and Beersheba
28 Apr
PEOPLE AND EVENTS THAT CHANGED Civil engineer and an Australian military commander
THE WORLD (max 100) of WW1.
Alternate Thursdays from 20 Jan 2:00 to 4:00 Presenter: Peter Allen
A look at personalities and events with significant influence Famous People
on the social/economic development of humanity. Our 9. Florence Nightingale
focus is psychological. We will consider people and events 12 May
and how they affected peoples lives. English social reformer, statistician and the founder
Leader: Rex Broadbent rexpat@optusnet.com.au of modern nursing.
0433 000 556 Presenter: Rex Broadbent
Bookings: Rex Broadbent
rexpat@optusnet.com.au (preferred) 0433 000 556 Famous People
Hosted by Region GREATER WESTERN 10. Vladimir Lenin
26 May
Famous People Presenter: Peter Bryant
1. Winston Churchill
20 Jan Famous People
Hour long video followed by discussion 11. Andrei Sakharov & Alexander Solzhenitsyn
Presenter: Geoff Davidson 9 Jun
Russian physicist and Russian writer
Famous People Presenter: Colin Helmsted
2. Wright Brothers
3 Feb 12. TBA Check GW U3A website
The ability of humans to travel by air 23 Jun
Presenter: Rex Broadbent
Languages French
Famous People FRENCH INTERMEDIATE (max 10)
3. Watson and Crick and the Human Genome
Every Monday from 31 Jan 10:00 to 12:00
17 Feb
Small group refreshing their grammar, vocabulary,
Discovered the double helix structure of DNA and gave
listening and pronunciation skills. We will use some
rise to modern molecular biology.
downloaded material.
Presenter: Punchi Dassanayake
Leader: Jill Kendrigan drigan@idx.com.au 0412 389 601
Famous People Bookings: Howard Nguyen
4. Professor Robin Holliday and Epigenetics hnguyen49@optusnet.com.au 8065 0352
3 Mar 0415 194 927
Molecular biologist. Epigenetics describes how the life Hosted by Region ENDEAVOUR
styles of our parents and grandparents could influence our
Language Mandarin
health and wellbeing.
MANDARIN (max 30)
Presenter: Punchi Dassanayake
Every Monday from 31 Jan 10:00 to 12:00
Famous People
This continuing course is intended for the Third Age
5. Early European exploration of the Great Southern Land
people who want to learn Mandarin by means of learning
17 Mar
Chinese characters and sentences using alphabetic
Presenter: Geoff Davidson
transliteration. Your class level will determine alternate
Famous People Monday session access.
6. Mary May Simon Leader: Ying Mei
31 Mar Bookings: Ying Mei Zhang 8872 7569 or Stanley Yan
First indigenous Governor General of Canada 0408 544925 stanyan100@hotmail (preferred)
Presenter: Linda Gibson-Langford Hosted by Region GREATER WESTERN
10 Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022ZOOM COURSES
Semester 1, 2022
Languages French Travel
FRENCH CONVERSATION (max 8) TRAVELLERS ON ZOOM (max 40)
Every Monday from 31 Jan 4:30 to 5:30 Second Thursday of every month from 3 Feb 2:00 to
Small group participating in French conversation with an 4:00 The goal is for people with a common interest to
emphasis on fluency and correct pronunciation. share their travel experiences with a PowerPoint or
Leader and Bookings: Jean Harrow Keynote Presentation of their photographs and use the
jeanharrow1@gmail.com 0400 207 271 ‘shared screen’ with the Leader who hosts and organises
Hosted by Region ENDEAVOUR the meeting. Some members may choose not to present
and enjoy the presentations as the audience.
Poetry Leader and Bookings: Kate Churcher
POETRY APPRECIATION (max 10) kchurcher2@hotmail.com 0433 140 900
Alternate Tuesdays from 1 Feb 10:00 to 11:30 Hosted by Region ENDEAVOUR
not school holidays
THURSDAYS ON ZOOM
Listen to and contribute your own selected poems, discuss
a range of favourite and contemporary poets and their Alternate Thursdays from 3 Feb 10:00 to 12:00
work. References to literary terms used in poetry will Bookings: https://sydneyu3a.org OR Rosemarie
be occasional. Be ready to dig out your own poems of Einstein einstein@starmer.net.au
pleasure and discover new ones. Hosted by Region HARBOURSIDE NORTH
Leader and Bookings: Robert Plumbe History Science
robert.plumbe@gmail.com 0407 160 835 (preferred) 1. Ladies of the night
Hosted by Region UPPER NORTH 3 Feb
Language Spanish A look at the forgotten ladies who made a difference in
SPANISH CONVERSATION Australian Astronomy from 1788 onwards.
Presenter: Donna Burton Bookings: MyU3A or
Alternate Tuesdays from 1 Feb 2:00 to 4:00 einstein@starmer.net.au
Most of the time we discuss current affairs, cultural History Australia
events or a subject previously decided upon. Spanish is 2. Immigration to Australia 1840 - 1900
spoken 90% of the time. Good knowledge of the 17 Feb
language is required. Based on diaries and records, we explore the experiences
Leader: Maria Criado of British, German and Chinese immigrants on sailing ships
travelling to the colonies. Bookings: MyU3A or
Bookings: Jenny Brady jennybry30@hotmail.com
Presenter: Gavin Crawford einstein@starmer.net.au
9966 8510
Hosted by Region UPPER NORTH Science and Technology
3. Forces that have shaped our world (1)
Language French
3 Mar
FRENCH - INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED (max 12)
Life, the Universe and everything - from the Big Bang to
Every Wednesday from 2 Feb 9:30 to 11:30 Planet Earth.
This course is for those who have completed at least Presenter: Garry Lowder
4 years of French courses, and with a good basic Science and Technology
knowledge of French grammar. It aims to develop skills in 3. Forces that have shaped our world (2)
understanding spoken and written French, and in writing 17 Mar
and speaking French. The bountiful planet - what are everyday things made of?
Leader and Bookings: Ethleen Low Presenter: Garry Lowder
ethlow@bigpond.net.au (preferred) 0418 161 706
Hosted by Region UPPER NORTH Science and Technology
3. Forces that have shaped our world (3)
Crosswords 31 Mar
CRACKING CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS (max 16) On a solid foundation - landscape, climate and our
Every Wednesday from 2 Feb 10:30 to 12:30 geological history.
4 sessions Presenter: Garry Lowder
Get into the mind of cryptic crossword compilers and learn Science and Technology
how to solve their devious clues. Have fun while keeping 3. Forces that have shaped our world (4)
your brain active. 14 Apr
Leader and Bookings: Ron Shapiro rmbjs@iinet.net.au The restless planet - plate tectonics, volcanoes,
(preferred) 4225 0270 earthquakes and climate.
Hosted by Region CITY and INNER WEST Presenter: Garry Lowder
Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022 11ZOOM COURSES
Semester 1, 2022
Politics Current Affairs Language Mandarin
4. Is a democratic government and society still the MANDARIN PIES (PRACTICE IN EVERYDAY
preferred option? (1) SPEAKING CHINESE)
28 Apr
Last year, Barry Jones (ex-quiz champion and Cabinet Every Friday from 4 Feb 1:00 to 3:00
Minister) described democracy as facing its greatest These sessions are for learners of Mandarin who
existential crisis since the 1930s, adding that it is coming want to practice and improve their listening and
under sustained attack in the United States, much of speaking skills. Activities range from basic everyday
Europe, and to a lesser degree, so far, Australia. We conversation to role plays and discussions facilitated
explore this cry from Barry’s heart. by native Mandarin speakers.
Presenter: Peter Nixon Leader and Bookings: Stanley Yan
stanyan100@hotmail.com
Politics Current Affairs
0408 544 925 (preferred)
4. Is a democratic government and society still the
preferred option? (2) Hosted by Region GREATER WESTERN
12 May Psychology
Part 2 of this series. CONFLICT RESOLUTION (max 10)
Presenter: Peter Nixon
Every Monday from 7 Feb 1:00 to 3:00
Politics Current Affairs 10 weeks
4. Is a democratic government and society still the Most people believe there are only three solutions to
preferred option? (3)
conflict: compromise, win or lose. But there are better
26 May
ways. During these 10 weeks you will discover handy
Part 3 of this series.
tools that will enable you to view conflict as an
Presenter: Peter Nixon
opportunity. This course will also certainly help enhance
Politics Current Affairs your personal growth.
4. Is a democratic government and society still the Leader and Bookings: Dr Mimi Wellisch
preferred option? (4) mimi.wellisch@bigpond.com
9 Jun Hosted by Region GREATER WESTERN
Part 4 of this series.
Presenter: Peter Nixon Science
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: GLIMPSES OF OUR
Health
PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE
5. How not to kill your family with food poisoning
23 Jun Alternate Wednesdays from 9 Feb 10:00 to 12:00
A workshop on keeping food safety in the house and Log in at 9:45
outdoors. With the opportunity for a Q&A session Covers a wide range of scientific disciplines (physics,
Presenter: Gary Kennedy medical, biological, climate, engineering and others).
Language Spanish Remain relevant and be informed by the quality of
SPANISH CONVERSATION – INTERMEDIATE lectures offered.
Leader: Vivienne Ellis vme160@outlook.com
Thursdays from 3 Feb 10.30 to 12.30 0409 310 629
The level of conversation assumes a basic knowledge of Bookings: Andrew Bean
grammar and vocabulary. We welcome new members at
andrewrosbean@bigpond.com 9983 1225
any time.
Hosted by Region UPPER NORTH
Bookings: Ian Finck 0405 499 515 ifin55@gmail.com
Hosted by Region EASTERN Discussion Group
Photography
TALKING POINTS ON ZOOM
CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY Alternate Thursdays from 10 Feb 10:00 to 11:30
Every Friday from 4 Feb 10:00 to 12:00 A discussion on current affairs. Topics cover issues in the
Photography is best learned by experience. We will have news and other matters of the times. No subject is barred.
regular photo assignments to be taken in your own time, plus Everyone is encouraged to participate. A list of topics will
occasional photoshoot outings to local locations. Feedback be sent to participants on the Monday before to enable
will be via regular Zoom sessions, with some tutorial-based them to get their thoughts together.
sessions. Previous participants are welcome to re-join. Leaders: Rosemarie Einstein and Ric Einstein
Leaders: Laurie Wilson and Ian Thompson Bookings: https://sydneyu3a.org or Rosemarie Einstein
Bookings: Laurie Wilson wlaurie118@gmail.com 9938 1454 einstein@starmer.net.au
Hosted by Region NORTHERN BEACHES Hosted by Region HARBOURSIDE NORTH
12 Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022ZOOM COURSES
Semester 1, 2022
Music 6. TBA Check GW U3A website
MUSIC WE HAVE GROWN UP WITH 26 Apr
Alternate Thursdays from 27 Jan10:00 to 12:00 Famous People
7. Maya Angelou
Music we grew up with is in its seventh year. It will
10 May
look at the 1960s in all its glory. Through the medium of
video we will experience the richness of the era and in African American poet, writer and civil rights activist.
addition show why the Beatles are held in such esteem. Presenter: Linda Gibson-Langford
Leader and Bookings: Howard Ferrer 8. TBA Check GW U3A website
howardf@optusnet.com.au 24 May
Hosted by Region UPPER NORTH
9. TBA Check GW U3A website
Travel
7 Jun
TRAVEL AND HISTORY TOGETHER
Every fourth Tuesday from 15 Feb 2:00 to 4:00 MORE GREAT MOMENTS IN SCIENCE
As we can’t travel at the moment, discover some of the
Alternate Wednesdays from 16 Feb 10:00 to 12:00
history of places that have been visited. Hear the travel
stories and see the photos! See the GW website for dates This course explores many and varied scientific issues.
and topics of individual presentations. Leader and Bookings: David Malone
Leader: Sue Bailey sueb0356@gmail.com dymalone@bigpond.net.au 0418 440 828
Bookings: https://sydneyu3a.org Hosted by Region UPPER NORTH
Hosted by Region GREATER WESTERN Technology
1. Mechanisation takes command
ZOOM SINGLE SESSION TUESDAYS (max 100) 16 Feb
Alt Tuesdays from 15 Feb 10:00 to 12:00 Presenter: David Malone
A series of separate presentations on subjects of Technology
general interest. 2. The tsunami of change
Leader: Helene Seddon hseddonglass@gmail.com 2 Mar
0402 010 978 Presenter: Joan Scott
Bookings: https://sydneyu3a.org
Hosted by Region GREATER WESTERN Nature
3. The golden orb spider silk
Outdoor 16 Mar
1. Extraordinary Places on Sydney Harbour
15 Feb Presenter: Ian Thompson
Hear about the wonderful places on Sydney Harbour Astronomy
that we’re able to visit, plus some behind the 4. Astronomy today
scenes stories. 30 Mar
Presenter: Marie Palmer Presenter: Prof Richard De Grijs
2. TBA Check GW U3A website History
1 Mar 5. Discovering King Richard III
History Australia 13 Apr
3. Making Good: Convict Artisans in Exile Presenter: Richard Whitaker
15 Mar History
Find out how convicts used their ingenuity, skill, 6. Stephen Hawking, his life and legacy
perseverance, and entrepreneurship to ultimately and physics
gain their freedom in the colony, and helped to build a 27 Apr
modern settlement in the process. Presenter: Ian Bryce
Presenter: Anna Ridley
Mathematics Physics
Famous People 7. Symmetry and waves
4. Angela Merkel 11 May
29 Mar Presenter: Dr Laurie Wilson
Former long serving Chancellor of Germany.
Health
Presenter: Rex Broadbent
8. Anti-ageing therapies - good or bad idea?
5. TBA Check GW U3A website 25 May
12 Apr Presenter: Dr Judy Ford
Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022 13ZOOM COURSES
Semester 1, 2022
History Health
9. Two great scientists, Doudre and Rutherford 3. THE ROYAL FLYING DOCTOR SERVICE
8 Jun 28 Jun
Presenter: Punchi (Das) Dassanayake History of the RFDS
Presenter Wendy Swinburn
Astronomy
Bookings: Jim Sloan or Cherie Clover
10. Astronomy - a tour of the solar system
endeavouru3atalks@gmail.com (preferred) 0404 060 633
22 Jun
Presenter: Peter Kinna Language Spanish
SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS (MAX 10)
Language French
FRENCH FOR BEGINNERS Every Tuesdays from 1 Mar 10:30 to 11:30
For those new to Spanish or planning to travel to a Spanish
Every Thursday from 17 Feb 10:30 to 12:30
speaking country. We will follow a simple pattern to have
Full year course. Each zoom class has 3 sessions of
you speaking everyday Spanish from the first lesson.
40 minutes with a 5 minute break between sessions.
Leader and Bookings: Vivian McGuire
Leader and Bookings: Jeanette Pham
vmcguire@tpg.com.au (preferred) 0418259102
nguyetpham45@yahoo.com.au
Hosted by Region CITY and INNER WEST
0409 751 377
Hosted by Region EASTERN ADDITIONAL ZOOM COURSES
Discussion Group MASTERING CRYPTIC CROSSWORDS on ZOOM
AUSTRALIAN PERSPECTIVES Alternate Mondays from 31 January 1:30 to 3:30
Guided practice sessions for members who have already participated in
Third Thursday of every month from 17 Feb
Cracking Cryptic Crosswords or who have other relevant experience.
2:00 to 4:00
Leader and Bookings: Ron Shapiro rmbjs@iinet.net.au (preferred)
An informal discussion group during which the guest
4255 0270
speaker introduces us to their varied ethnic, cultural
and historical experiences. Speakers and topics will be
INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN ON ZOOM
announced in advance in the monthly C & IW Newsletter
Every Friday from 4 February 1:30 to 3:30
and on the website.
A convivial and welcoming group who enjoy practising the four
Leader and Bookings: Joy Pegler
linguistic skills of speaking, listening, reading, writing, and revising
peglerjm@bigpond.com 9771 6185
grammar, mostly from on-line websites, to consolidate our
Hosted by Region CITY and INNER WEST
knowledge.
Presentations Leader and Bookings: Pia Ottavian pia.ottavian@yahoo.com.au
ENDEAVOUR MONTHLY TUESDAY TALK (max 150) 0424 738 824
Last Tuesday every month from 22 Feb 10:30 to 12:30 CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH ON ZOOM
Once a month we host a talk on general interests. Our Every Wednesday from 2nd March 1:00 to 2:30
speakers will present on a variety of topics ranging from
Improve your Spanish from basic to Intermediate through
archaeology, travel and much more.
Leader: Jim Sloan jsloan@sloan.id.au 0404 060 633 conversation.
Bookings: Booking Team endeavouru3atalks@gmail.com Leader and Bookings: Vivian McGuire
Enquiries: cherie167@hotmail.com vmcguire@tpg.com.au 0418 259 102
Hosted by Region ENDEAVOUR
Famous People
1. MAYA ANGELOU
22 Feb
African American poet
Presenter Linda Gibson-Langford
Bookings: Jim Sloan or Cherie Clover
endeavouru3atalks@gmail.com (preferred) 0404 060 633
Famous People
2. AMELIA EARHART
26 Apr
1930’s aviator - Amelia Earhart.
Presenter Con Bugden
Bookings: Jim Sloan or Cherie Clover
endeavouru3atalks@gmail.com (preferred) 0404 060 633
14 Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022CITY AND INNER WEST
President: Jennifer Waldron jenniferwaldron2@gmail.com
Regional Course Coordinator: Anne Hall 0419 017 364 annenhall@gmail.com Enquiries only
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: You must book to attend a course. Refer to “Booking a Course” on page 4.
CITY AND INNER WEST REGION OF SYDNEY U3A
Annual General Meeting and Election of Office Bearers
will be held on: Wednesday 9 March commencing at 1:30pm
at: Burwood RSL
96 Shaftesbury Rd Burwood
Guest Speaker: Prof Shirley Randel Making the World a Better Place
Prof Randell is an award winning global mentor, educator, author, public speaker, change activist and campaigner for
human rights.
Refreshments afterwards. Nomination forms from Jenny Waldron 8753 0521 jenniferwaldron2@gmail.com RSVP by
2 March to Anne Hall annenhall@gmail.com 0419 017 364
ASHFIELD: CARDINAL Relaxation Exercise
COOPERATIVE RELAXATION AND STRETCHING
FREEMAN RETIREMENT ACTIVITIES (max 20)
VILLAGE Every Wednesday from 2 Feb 10:00 to 12:00
137 Victoria St Wheelchair access, parking nearby This course is for exercise in a collaborative atmosphere.
Venue Coordinator Anne Hall annenhall@gmail.com Leader and Bookings: Lois Knight
(preferred) 0419 017 364 lknight60@bigpond.com 9798 6525
Games Bridge Delayed start date till further notice Qi Gong
BRIDGE FOR THE LESS COMPETITIVE COLLABORATIVE QI GONG (max 15)
Every Tuesday and Saturday from 4 Jan 1:00 to 4:00 Every Friday from 4 Feb 10:00 to 11:30
Brush up your bridge skills in our informal group in This is qi gong in a collaborative environment, experienced
a friendly non-competitive atmosphere. All levels of practitioners only. Qi gong, according to Chinese culture,
skill welcome. is beneficial to maintaining good health.
Leader and Bookings: Cherie Lucas Leader: Alan Avanzado
harpo2021@gmail.com 9799 1716 Bookings: Denise Yuen sdyuen@gmail.com
0410 570 188
CLUB ASHFIELD
5-7 Charlotte St Parking onsite CLUB BURWOOD
Venue Coordinator Jennifer Waldron
Cnr Burwood Rd and George St
jenniferwaldron2@gmail.com (preferred) 8753 0521
Train station nearby
Qi Gong Tai Chi Venue Coordinator Anne Hall annenhall@gmail.com
QI GONG, FAN, AND COLLABORATIVE (preferred) 0419 017 364
TAI CHI (max 15)
Current Affairs On zoom till further notice
Every Tuesday from 1 Feb 10:30 to 12:00 DISCUSSION GROUP CURRENT AFFAIRS
Class begins with ba duan jin and mini wild goose qi gong
where beginners are welcome, followed by 24 and 28 form Every Monday from 7 Feb 10:00 to 12:00
tai chi chuan suitable for those with some experience. A News of the day. No topics are out of bounds, but we
modified kung fu fan completes the session. discuss politics and religion with sensitivity. Members
Leaders: Deborah Gracic and Lois Knight sometimes prepare a topic for discussion.
Bookings: Deb Gracic Format: freewheeling.
deb.gracic@gmail.com 9639 6512 and Leader and Bookings: Michael Holland
Lois Knight lknight60@bigpond.com 9798 6525 mhol1234@gmail.com
15History Literature
THE FRENCH REVOLUTION DEVELOPING AUSTRALIA
Alternate Wednesdays from 9 Feb 10:00 to 12:00 Alternate Fridays from 11 Feb 10:30 to 12:30
The French Revolution is a huge mirror image of much of Come and discover, through literature, aspects of Australian
what we have become. history and society from 1770 to the present day. First book
Leader: Frank Wilson 8021 7059 James Cook by Peter Fitzsimons from Chapter 10 to epilogue.
Bookings: Betty Candy bjcandy@bigpond.com Leader: Iris Ryall
9716 4775 Bookings: Edna May 9797 8202
Venue Changed to Woodstock
Cinema Movies
Community Centre
CINEMA DISCUSSION GROUP (max 20)
Alternate Wednesdays from 9 Mar 1:30 to 3:30
BURWOOD: WOODSTOCK
Come along to a fun, friendly and stimulating discussion COMMUNITY CENTRE
on what’s screening at the cinema and on free streaming
22 Church St Parking onsite
services. Two films per fortnight are chosen by the group
Venue Coordinator Anne Hall annenhall@gmail.com
at each session. The result is an invigorating, insightful
(preferred) 0419 017 364
and enjoyable discussion.
Leader and Bookings: Ross Giannone Music Recorder
0409 382 384 RECORDER GROUP
Every Tuesday from 1 Feb 10:30 to 12:30
An established group, we perform a wide variety of music
BURWOOD RSL at intermediate level (not for beginners). Opportunity to
lunch afterwards.
92 Shaftesbury Rd Leader and Bookings: David Young
Parking onsite, train station nearby dy4health@optusnet.com.au 0414 249 618
Venue Coordinator Anne Hall annenhall@gmail.com or 9569 8167
(preferred) 0419 017 364
Language ESL
Languages Japanese ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (max 14)
JAPANESE FOR BEGINNERS (max 10)
Every Thursday from 3 Mar 10:30 to 12:30
Every Tuesday from 1 Feb 10:00 to 12:00 We look at how English works, focusing on a topic of
The course caters for complete beginners and also those interest to the group. Read aloud, discuss pronunciation,
with a little more language experience. The course includes word meanings, spelling, grammar and current idiom. A
conversation, culture, shared travel experiences and relaxed way to practice and improve your English with a
hiragana script. friendly group.
Leader: Haruko Tanaka haruko@aae.edu.au Leader and Bookings: Janet Egan janet.egan@gmail.com
0424 225 863 0415 133 994
Bookings: Maria Daniele maria.daniele3@gmail.com
Cinema Movies
0414 560 951
CLASSIC MOVIES (max 12)
Economics Investment
Alternate Wednesdays from 9 Feb 10:00 to 12:30
INVESTMENT DISCUSSION GROUP
From the silent to the contemporary era a selection of
Alternate Thursdays from 3 Feb 9:30 to 11:45 influential films that helped develop the industry. Explore
Understand the forces and current events that affect and analyse background and historical settings plus
investment markets. We examine specific topics and production issues and biographical details pertaining to the
undertake some practical activity. This is a discussion director, cast and production personnel.
group only, and our members are not permitted, by law, Leader: Hugh Watson 9519 5082
to provide financial advice. Bookings: Anne Hall annenhall@gmail.com (preferred)
Leader and Bookings: Greg Buriak 0419 017 364
buriak@optusnet.com.au 0422 599 417
Current Affairs
SOCIAL ISSUES AND CURRENT AFFAIRS CITY: U3A OFFICE
DISCUSSION GROUP (max 15)
31 Market St Suite 10.2
Alternate Fridays from 4 Feb 10:00 to 12:30 Train station nearby, bus stop nearby
Meetings are divided into two sessions by a tea break. Venue Coordinator Paula Poon
First session: Topic for discussion prepared and presented readingpp@hotmail.com
by a volunteer. Second Session: Current Affairs, no subject
taboo. A friendly, intelligent group where everyone is
TUESDAYS IN THE CITY
encouraged to participate. Every Tuesday from 1 Feb 1:30 to 3:30
Leader and Bookings: Graham Murphy Bookings: Vicki Moss vicki@mcglashan.com.au (preferred)
gramur@bigpond.com 9713 9730 0417 160 856
16 Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022Language English History
1. Making the Macquarie Dictionary 10. Nobel Prize: Part 2
1 Feb 14 Jun
Share the excitement created by writing and publishing In this session we look at some of the stories behind the
Australia’s very own dictionary. Not without controversy, winners of the Nobel prizes.
the Macquarie settled our place in the panoply of English. Presenter: Penny Bishop
Presenter: Pat Manser
Science and Technology Nature
Art Appreciation 11. Southern Auroras and Northern Lights
2. In Conversation with Art 21 Jun
8 Feb Discover what causes auroras, why they are seen at certain
Participants will jointly explore three diverse works of art. locations and times, and hear some myths that have been
We will use a series of six guided and unguided techniques passed down through the ages.
to aid discovery and exploration. Presenter: Vicki Moss
Presenter: Ann Sutherland
Science and Technology Nature
Art Sculpture 12. Mechanisation takes Command
3. Sculpture on the Streets of Sydney
28 Jun
29 Mar Mechanisation inventions have taken over our lives
A slideshow will acquaint members with many of Sydney’s
since antiquity. Hear about how human movement has
outdoor sculptures and decorations that tell us about the
gradually improved efficiency – from making bread to
places where we live, work and visit.
modern robotic factories.
Presenter: Ann Sutherland
Presenter: David Malone
Cinema Actors
4. Five Irish Actors Language French Zoom till further Notice
5 Apr FRENCH FOR POST BEGINNERS (max 8)
Highlights of the lives and loves of five Irish actors past,
Every Wednesday from 2 Feb 1:30 to 3:30
present and future – Maureen O’Hara, Liam Neeson, Pierce
This course caters for beginners with basic knowledge of
Brosnan, Colin Farrell and Saiorse Ronan.
French and those with a little more language experience.
Presenter: Anne Richardson
We also enjoy some conversational grammar.
Medical Matters Leader and Bookings: Annelise Karpos
5. Mathematics in my Body annelisekarpos6@gmail.com 0410 404 940
26 Apr
Mathematics has been built into our bodies without our Art Outdoor Outings
knowledge. In addition, it helps the doctor in the diagnosis DECONSTRUCTING CONTEMPORARY ART
of diseases. Find out how. (max 25)
Presenter: Sydney Srinivas Every Thursday from 3 Feb 1:30 to 3:30
Art Painting Visit contemporary art shows in Sydney galleries
6. Spiritualism in Modern Australian Art fortnightly. On alternate weeks, meet at City Office
10 May for evaluation of news, events, trends, theory and
The focus is on Melbourne artist Clarice Beckett, who history of the work visited. Build a virtual art collection
painted between the wars; and like many artists influenced and develop a personal aesthetic. Good physical
by spiritualist groups is becoming better known. fitness required.
Presenter: Ann Sutherland Leader and Bookings: Wendy Fraser
barrieandwendy@gmail.com 9569 7942
Science and Technology Nature
or 0408 711 672
7. Barangaroo Headland Park
24 May Cinema Movies
This talk will explain the design process and the technical FILM APPRECIATION (max 20) Zoom till further Notice
difficulties that had to be overcome in building Sydney’s
largest park in over a century. Alternate Mondays from 7 Feb 1:30 to 3:30
Presenter: Adrian Pilton Do you enjoy contemporary cinema and sharing your ideas?
Members of this group research a film and lead the
Medical Matters discussion three to four times a year. We also look at issues,
8. Quackery- a brief history of the worst ways to cure trends and news in the film world.
everything Leader and Bookings: Susanne de Ferranti
Thursday 2 Jun sdeferranti@ozemail.com.au 0410 603 425
The golden age of quacksalvers – an historical look at
quackery from the Middle Ages to current time and the Writing
treatments that these medical-peddlers offered. CITY WRITING CLUB
Presenter: Ian Thompson
Alternate Mondays from 14 Feb 1:30 to 3:30
History Life is a collection of stories often buried away. Our
9. Nobel Prize: Part 1 supportive group will write short pieces that can include
7 Jun anecdotes, verse, interesting facts or precious moments and
We examine the life of Alfred Nobel who established the memories from our lives. Ladies and gentlemen sharpen your
prestigious prizes that are awarded in a glittering ceremony pencils and come along with me on this journey.
on his birthday, 10th December. Leader and Bookings: Patricia
Presenter: Penny Bishop Thornton bornbinkp@hotmail.com 0425 233 169
17Literature GLEBE LIBRARY
READING ANCIENT GREEK THEATRE Cancelled
Benledi Room
Tuesdays from 15 Feb 1:30 to 3:30 186 Glebe Point Rd Cnr Wigram Rd
6 sessions Venue Coordinator Pauline Valentine
Participate in reading out loud Sophocles’ Oedipus the gregory_1947@hotmail.com (preferred) 0412 595 891
King and Antigone. Along with reading we shall discuss Languages Japanese
ancient Greek theatre, religion and society. You will need
JAPANESE
a copy of Sophocles, The Theban Plays, translation by E F
Watling, Penguin Classics. Course convener has some spare Every Thursday from 10 Feb 10:00 to 12:00 Knowledge
copies if you cannot order in time. of hiragana, katakana and some kanji will be helpful. We
Leader: Craig Campbell use a textbook, Japanese for Busy People II, twice per
Bookings: Vicki Moss vicki@mcglashan.com.au month and a few articles printed from topics of current
0417 160 856 (preferred) Japanese interests.
Health Leader: Nobuyo Williams 0420 770 661
HOW TO WAKE UP YOUR EAR AND BRAIN VITALITY Bookings: Helen Lo artgekko@gmail.com
0434 122 366
Thursday 10 Mar 1:30 to 3:30
Understand how our lives can be enhanced through
better ear and brain health. Sound therapy can improve
ear function and brain integration, relieve tinnitus and GLEBE: NAG’S HEAD HOTEL
enhance hearing and brain performance.
Presenter: Rafaele Joudry 162 St Johns Rd
Bookings: Jennifer Waldron jenniferwaldron2@gmail.com Venue Coordinator Jan Macindoe
(preferred) 0417 131 772 jnmacindoe@gmail.com 0424 537 557
Crosswords Book Groups
CRACKING CRPYTIC CROSSWORDS (max10) FIRST FRIDAY BOOK GROUP (max 12)
Fridays from 22 April 1:30 to 3:30 First Friday of Every month from 4 Feb 11:00 to 1:00
4 sessions Favourite books are chosen by members for discussion
Get into the mind of cryptic crossword compilers and learn by the group. Venue and starting time may vary,
how to solve their devious clues. Have fun while keeping depending on Covid restrictions.
your brain active. Leader and Bookings: Jan Macindoe
Leader and Bookings: Ron Shapiro rmbjs@iinet.net.au jnmacindoe@gmail.com 0424 537 557
(preferred) 4225 0270
History
INDIA: ITS JOURNEY FROM AN ANCIENT
CIVILISATION TO MODERN POLITICAL STATE
GLEBE: THE OLD
Thursday from 5 May 1:30 to 3:30 TOWN HALL
Part 1: 5 May, Part 2: 19 May 160 St Johns Rd
India experienced and absorbed ideas, beliefs and Venue Coordinator Pauline Valentine
practices of many invading aliens while contributing gregory_1947@hotmail.com (preferred) 0412 595 891
significantly to world knowledge. We examine its cultural
and historical landscape. Art Drawing
Leader: Jhala Himanshu DRAWING (max 12)
Bookings: Vicki Moss vicki@mcglashan.com.au (preferred) Alternate Thursdays from 10 Feb 10:00 to 12:00
0417 160 856 We use black and white (charcoal, pencil, ink) with some
other media, such as Conté. The basics are covered,
including tone, perspective and composition. Students are
DRUMMOYNE COMMUNITY encouraged to suggest topics. Only an interest in drawing
is required.
CENTRE Leader and Bookings: Neville Bendall 9660 1873
10 Crometrowe St Parking nearby, bus stop nearby Music Ukulele
Venue Coordinator Anne Hall annenhall@gmail.com STRUMMIN’ TOGETHER AGAIN
(preferred) 0419 017 364
Alternate Thursdays from 10 Feb 2:00 to 3:30
Languages Italian
We have a ball, singing and strumming our ukuleles
ITALIAN CONVERSATION (max 10) and exploring diverse aspects of music. Learning an
Every Monday from 7 Feb 2:00 to 3:15 instrument is a challenge, but so beneficial for memory,
except school holidays concentration, finger dexterity and more! Familiarity with
Basic knowledge required as class will be conducted in basic open chords is assumed.
Italian. Emphasis on speaking. Leader: Trevor and John
Leader and Bookings: Lori Banham Bookings: Pauline Valentine
lori.b@bigpond.com 0409 814 127 gregory_1947@hotmail.com 0412 595 891
18 Sydney U3A Course Book January - June 2022GLEBE: TOXTETH HOTEL Transport
6. Exploring Electric Transport
Fireside Lounge Ground Floor 11 Mar
345 Glebe Point Rd Parking nearby This session covers: 1. Why go electric? 2. How and where
Venue Coordinator Michael Holland mhol1234@gmail.com of electric charging? 3. What are the options for your next
Philosophy electric car or ute?
PHILOSOPHY IN THE PUB (max 10) Presenter: Mary Hendricks
Alternate Tuesdays from 1 Feb 3:00 to 5:00 History
Topics from a wide range of political and cultural themes 7. Danger Was My Business
are examined from a philosophic perspective. Discussion 18 Mar
aims to promote differing worldviews and challenge belief Critical incidents attended by Gary include the Christmas
systems. Members are expected to participate in internet/ Day hotel fire in Kings Cross, Granville train disaster and
web research, questioning and facilitating. the Christchurch earthquake in New Zealand.
Leader and Bookings: Michael Holland mhol1234@gmail.com Presenter: Gary Raymond
History
8. The 1960s. Was this an Historical Faultline?
25 Mar
LEICHHARDT LIBRARY This will be a discussion involving group memory, because
Forum Piazza Level 23 Norton St most of us have experienced this period.
Venue Coordinator Anne Hall annenhall@gmail.com Presenter: Frank Wilson
(preferred) 0419 017 364 History Ancient
FRIDAY MORNINGS AT THE LIBRARY (max 20) 9. Nefertiti/Akhenaten and some Ancient
Egyptian Mysteries
Every Friday from 4 Feb 10:30 to 12:30 1 Apr
Interesting talks covering various topics. We explore the relationship between Nefertiti, Tutankhamen
Bookings: Janice Millard rjmillard5@icloud.com 0419 203 361 and Akhenaten; Learn of an ancient city at Luxor. Why a new
Maritime religion? Why a new city named Akhenaten?
1. Remarkable Women in the Age of Sail: 1600 to 1900 Presenter: Glennise West
4 Feb Ethics
We discuss fifteen women, some who masqueraded as 10. Ethics
men, and went to sea: sailors, sea captains, marines, 8 Apr
botanists, stewards, soldiers, shipwrights/shipbuilders and What’s it all about Alfie? Where do ethics come from?
travel writers. What about the law?
Presenter: Gavin Crawford Presenter: Brian Bailey
History Australia
Transport
2. The Tasman Map
11. Mankind’s Challenge with the Tyranny of Distance
11 Feb
22 Apr
The first map of Australia (1606-1644) shows a recognisable
Air; Water; Land; a brief history of flying, water travel
outline that was not to change until James Cook charted
and motor vehicles.
the east coast in 1770.
Presenter: David Malone
Presenter: Ian Burnett
Geology
History Australia
3. Remarkable Colonial Women You Have Probably 12. Grain of Sand
Never Heard Of 29 Apr
18 Feb We look at beach and desert sand and how it has
Beautiful images accompany Jessica’s talk, inspiring us transformed our world, including the hidden social
with true stories of three remarkable women from Sydney’s and environmental costs of sand mining.
early colonial days. Fascinating discoveries she made when Presenter: Ian Thompson
writing her book ‘Esther’. Economics Investment
Presenter: Jessica North 13. From Self to Our Shared Humanity
Psychology 6 May
4. Psychology: Some Key Concepts Global economics – based on self-interest – has failed,
25 Feb producing massive inequality and environmental danger.
Who is the real father of psychology? What is the difference Stephen reviews, then presents the humanity-based
between psychology and psychiatry? Details of IQ tests, alternative for the future.
personality tests, psychosis, neurosis and psychotherapy. Presenter: Stephen Hill
Presenter: Reinhard Ronnebeck Science and Technology
Maritime 14. The Three Industrial Revolutions and The
5. Women Pirates: Sea Bitches versus Sea Dogs Impending Fourth
4 Mar 13 May
We look at fifteen women pirates, of many nationalities, 1st: Engineering: machine age; steam power. 2nd:
who operated between 480BC and the mid-1800s. Some Scientific: electricity; germ theory; synthetic fertilizers
commanded single ships, others fleets of pirate ships. and the structure of DNA.
Presenter: Gavin Crawford Presenter: Don Napper
19Science and Technology REVESBY COMMUNITY HALL
15. The Three Industrial Revolutions and The
Impending Fourth Macarthur Ave
20 May Venue Coordinator Joy Pegler peglerjm@bigpond.com
3rd: Digital Age in which we all live today. 4th: Artificial 9771 6185
Intelligence, quantum computing, personalised medicine, Tai Chi
and the hydrogen economy.
TAI CHI (max 20)
Presenter: Don Napper
Every Thursday from 3 Feb 9:30 to 11:00
Cinema Actors
except school holidays
16. Grumpy Old Matthau
For tai chi novices as well as for more experienced
27 May
practitioners. The aim is for all participants to progress from
The life and film career of Walter Matthau, the rumpled,
6 to 24 tai chi forms.
crumpled master of crotchety comedy, with accompanying
Leader and Bookings: Christine Chew
illustrations, interviews and film clips.
Presenter: Nora Hinchen chrischew@optusnet.com.au (preferred) 0413 149 938
Art Appreciation
17. The Importance of the Visual Arts in Our Lives
3 Jun REVESBY WORKERS CLUB
Artist and Lecturer, Wendy Fraser, provides insight into a
very human need, especially throughout lockdowns. 20 Brett St Parking onsite
Presenter: Wendy Fraser Venue Coordinator Joy Pegler
peglerjm@bigpond.com 9771 6185
Medical Matters
18. Frontiers of Medical Imaging Cinema Movies
10 Jun FILM DISCUSSION GROUP (max 10)
X-rays, CT (computer tomography), MRI (magnetic Fourth Tuesday of Every month from 22 Feb
resonance imaging), nuclear medicine, PET (positron 10:00 to 12:00
emission tomography). Speaker was involved in important
Members undertake to view up to three group-selected
developments for medical ultrasound, in Sydney.
films screening during the coming month. At every
Presenter: Laurie Wilson
meeting, a volunteer introduces one of the selected films,
Science and Technology followed by group discussion.
19. A Brief History of Gold Leader and Bookings: Robyn Deane
17 Jun rdeanee@optusnet.com 9726 4279
They say gold is where you find it, but how did it get there?
And anyway, how do you find it?
Presenter: Gary Lowder
Science and Technology
ROZELLE: HANNAFORD
20. Plate Tectonics, Volcanoes, Earthquakes CENTRE
and Climate
608 Darling St Cnr Nelson St
24 Jun
Wheelchair access
These phenomena are the most visible evidence that
Venue Coordinator Jennifer Waldron
we live on a dynamic Earth, constantly creating,
jenniferwaldron2@gmail.com (preferred) 8753 0521
destroying and renewing.
Presenter: Gary Lowder Discussion Groups Literature History Philosophy
DISCUSSION GROUP (max 12)
Every Monday from 31 Jan 10:30 to 12:30
LEICHHARDT: MARKET Focusing on historical events, philosophy, science and the
arts. Every member is given the opportunity to decide on
PLACE COMMUNITY ROOM and present the topic for discussion.
1/122-138 Flood St Leichhardt Leader and Bookings: Barry Bidwell
Venue Coordinator Jennifer Waldron barry_bidwell@yahoo.com.au 0408 607 434
jenniferwaldron2@gmail.com (preferred) 8753 0521 Language French
Current Affairs FRENCH INTERMEDIATE (max 8)
DISCUSSION GROUP TOPICAL ISSUES (max 8) Every Tuesday from 1 Feb 10:00 to 11:30
Alternate Wednesdays from 9 Feb 10:30 to 12:30 A reasonable knowledge of French grammar, vocabulary
Are you interested in the state of the world? Come and pronunciation is assumed. Reading, writing, listening
join a welcoming and lively group to discuss local and and speaking activities are used to consolidate and extend
global issues, including social, political, economic and that knowledge and skill. There will be some formal
environmental concerns. grammar and a few laughs along the way.
Leader and Bookings: Vivien Wolff vivw447@gmail.com Leader and Bookings: Alan Rodrick
0419 630 678 alan.rodrick@gmail.com9819 6579
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