HAVE you ever heard the phrase “I’m retired but I’ve never been busier in my life, I don’t know how I found the time to go to work?” 

These are people who have discovered the joy of being involved in an activity that stimulates their mind. 

Research has shown that keeping the brain active, doing interesting things and making new friends are important for helping older people maximise their chances of continued independence into the future so, change your life today and learn something new for the sheer pleasure.

A great way to achieve this is to join University of the Third Age. 

Whether you are “Lusting for languages “or “Hysterical about history” this is the organisation that will fulfill all your needs. 

Founded in Toulouse, France in 1972 and in Queensland since 1986, U3A is demonstrably making a very substantial contribution to society by helping its members to remain healthy and active for longer, thus lessening the strain on our already overstretched health system.

U3A Hervey Bay aims to provide programs of learning for mature people who are in complete or partial retirement, in the 3rd age of their lives, under a broad philosophy of ‘life long learning’. 

Courses are many and varied and a full list is available on the U3A Hervey Bay website, www.u3aherveybay.net.  

In 2024 courses on offer include Memoir Writing, Italian Language, British History, Yoga and much, much more. 

Classes are usually around two hours long and the emphasis is on friendly, fun learning. 

Most tutors are drawn from the membership and give their time and energy to share their knowledge and skills with the members. 

“We are always trying to expand the list of courses on offer. So if anyone wishes to volunteer as a tutor and pass on their knowledge then please contact our Course Co-ordinator.”

Annual membership is $30. This allows members to attend as many classes as they wish.

U3A Hervey Bay always welcomes new members. 

Sign on Day is Tuesday February 6 from 10am to 12 noon at Hervey Bay RSL. 

Come along and have a chat to members and tutors and see if there is something which interests you.

For more information about courses visit www.u3aherveybay.net