I would like to thank the hardworking committee for their decision making at meetings as well as organising courses and making bookings, Plus their support when things do not go according to plan.

I would also like to thank our creative course leaders who tirelessly think up new and interesting ideas, plus ensuring that their groups run effectively.

We have applied to the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission in order to gain charity registration which will be very valuable for our U3A. At the moment it is being assessed and hopefully we are successful.

The Christmas lunch will be held on Wednesday, 11th December, at The Willunga Hotel (The Middle Pub), 5 High Street, Willunga. They will allocate an area of the pub for our use, which hopefully will lower the external noise somewhat.

The start time will be 12 o’clock, when we will hold the Annual General Meeting, followed by lunch at 12.30 p.m.

The owners of the hotel have given us an extensive menu which looks very good. Please pay for your meal and give us your choices when you enrol for Term 4. If you pay directly into our account please send a confirmation email to our Treasurer at helenmcs@ozemail.com.au .

I would also like to remind you to refer to our excellent web site, as it has details of the different courses. Our web address is www.u3aaldinga.org.au and our email address is info@u3aaldinga.org.au .

Have a great Term 4.

Nola van Dam

September 2024