U3A Gold Coast Broadbeach
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Our two offices are located at:
Burleigh Waters Community Centre 111-113, Christine Avenue, Burleigh Waters, Qld 4220 Office hours: Wednesday from 9.30am - 10.30am (Qld school term time only) Mudgeeraba Community Centre Firth Park, Mudgeeraba, Qld 4213 Office hours: Thursday from 10am - 12pm (Qld school term time only) |
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Term 4 2025 Calendar November Wednesday 12, 19, 26 - Coffee Time at Burleigh Sports Club 10.45am to12noon Sunday 16 - Theatre Outing – “Oklahoma” at the Gold Coast Little Theatre - 2pm to 4pm Tuesday 18 - Movie Outing – “Hamilton – the Movie” at Dendy Theatre – 10.30am – 1.30pm Tuesday 18 - Luncheon at Club Robina – 11.30am – 2pm Wednesday 19 - Trivia at Surfers Paradise Golf Club – 6pm to 9pm Thursday 20 - Happy Hour at Kurrawa Surf Club 5.30pm to 6.30pm Friday 21 - Bus Excursion to North Stradbroke Island – 8am to 5pm Friday 28 - Look Who's Talking at Burleigh Waters Community Centre - 10.30am – Speaker is Trevor Hamley, author of “Vodka in a Vegemite Jar: an Australian on a Soviet Antarctic Expedition” - morning tea/coffee provided December Tuesday 2 - Movie Outing at HOTA Wednesday 3 - Trivia at Surfers Paradise Golf Club – 6pm to 9pm Wednesday 3 - Blokes Breakfast – 8.30am to 10 am – various locations Wednesday 3, 10 - Coffee Time at Burleigh Sports Club 10.45am to12noon Tuesday 9 - U3A Christmas Party at Currumbin RSL. 11.30am to 2.30pm - An invitation has been issued to all members. Friday 12 -Term 4 ends |
If you would like more details regarding any of these outings or events
click here and check out our Events and Activities calendar
click here and check out our Events and Activities calendar
Look Who's Talking
Our last Look Who’s Talking for the year is Friday November 28th. November’s speaker is Trevor Hamley
Trevor is a Glaciologist who spent time in the Antarctic during the 1980’s.
Please mention this talk to anyone you think may be interested. Everyone is welcome.
Commencing at 10.30 at Burleigh Waters Community Centre.
AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY - TREVOR HAMLEY
Trevor Hamley is the author of ‘Vodka in a Vegemite Jar” An Australian on a Soviet Antarctic Expedition’.
After finishing an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering at Monash University, Trevor joined the Australian Antarctic Division as the Glaciologist - to winter at Casey in 1978. He then commenced a career in engineering construction before re-joining the Antarctic Division to participate in a Soviet Antarctic Expedition in 1983/84. Trevor completed a Master of Science degree in Glaciology at Melbourne University in 1987. He is a life-long enthusiast of outdoor activities and lives in Brisbane.
SYNOPSIS - VODKA IN A VEGEMITE JAR
In 1983 Australian Glaciologist, Trevor Hamley, embarked on a 3,000 kilometre Soviet Antarctic return over snow traverse from Mirny to Dome C. In this memoir, Trevor reveals how fate and a touch of destiny propelled him towards this unique experience, including a visit to Vostok- the coldest place on Earth.
At every turn, the Dome C traverse was beset by adversity yet achieved its scientific objectives. Mechanical and scientific equipment succumbed to the harsh Antarctic conditions, where temperatures plunged to minus sixty degrees centigrade. An appendicectomy was performed 1,000 kilometers from the safety of a permanent station, an unprecedented feat in the annals of Antarctic expeditions. Each leg of the journey became an exhilarating episode. But the narrative does not merely recount the logistical aspects of the traverse; it delves into the intricacies of glaciology and the profound issue of our time: climate change.
In Vodka in a Vegemite Jar, Trevor skilfully intertwines the thrill of exploration with challenging human experiences. He tells us about about an extraordinary opportunity and cross cultural friendship.
Our last Look Who’s Talking for the year is Friday November 28th. November’s speaker is Trevor Hamley
Trevor is a Glaciologist who spent time in the Antarctic during the 1980’s.
Please mention this talk to anyone you think may be interested. Everyone is welcome.
Commencing at 10.30 at Burleigh Waters Community Centre.
AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY - TREVOR HAMLEY
Trevor Hamley is the author of ‘Vodka in a Vegemite Jar” An Australian on a Soviet Antarctic Expedition’.
After finishing an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering at Monash University, Trevor joined the Australian Antarctic Division as the Glaciologist - to winter at Casey in 1978. He then commenced a career in engineering construction before re-joining the Antarctic Division to participate in a Soviet Antarctic Expedition in 1983/84. Trevor completed a Master of Science degree in Glaciology at Melbourne University in 1987. He is a life-long enthusiast of outdoor activities and lives in Brisbane.
SYNOPSIS - VODKA IN A VEGEMITE JAR
In 1983 Australian Glaciologist, Trevor Hamley, embarked on a 3,000 kilometre Soviet Antarctic return over snow traverse from Mirny to Dome C. In this memoir, Trevor reveals how fate and a touch of destiny propelled him towards this unique experience, including a visit to Vostok- the coldest place on Earth.
At every turn, the Dome C traverse was beset by adversity yet achieved its scientific objectives. Mechanical and scientific equipment succumbed to the harsh Antarctic conditions, where temperatures plunged to minus sixty degrees centigrade. An appendicectomy was performed 1,000 kilometers from the safety of a permanent station, an unprecedented feat in the annals of Antarctic expeditions. Each leg of the journey became an exhilarating episode. But the narrative does not merely recount the logistical aspects of the traverse; it delves into the intricacies of glaciology and the profound issue of our time: climate change.
In Vodka in a Vegemite Jar, Trevor skilfully intertwines the thrill of exploration with challenging human experiences. He tells us about about an extraordinary opportunity and cross cultural friendship.
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Garden Appreciation Group Our Garden Appreciation Group visited Kerkin Gardens on Friday. We were lucky to time the visit with the Jacaranda trees blooming. What a spectacular entrance and start to a wander around truly interesting gardens full of unusual and colourful plants. This group meets on the 3rd Friday of the month and explores a different garden each time. |
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Physical Activities
to keep you fit and healthy Monday: Why not give Yoga with our trained instructor a try? Tuesday: A Gentle Stretch routine, either on the mat or you can use a chair for seated stretching if needed Wednesday: 'Get fit with Physio' and 'Strong body, Strong mind', are also very popular activities with our trained exercise physiologist, Karen Ngo. |
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Luncheons
Our monthly luncheons are usually held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Locations vary and the casual and friendly atmosphere is popular with members. We choose venues offering a varied menu as well as a seniors menu. To ensure you are up to date with dates and places for luncheons, please ensure your name is included on the Luncheons List. |
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Ladies Breakfast Our ladies meet once a month on a Saturday morning at various venues to enjoy breakfast together. |
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Choir Our Choir welcomes everyone. There are no auditions so come along and join our merry group. Choir meets on Wednesday afternoons weekly. |
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Bus Excursions
Our last bus excursion was to Ipswich Nature Centre where everyone enjoyed wandering around the area observing the animals. Our bus trippers enjoy regular bus trips to different locations and stop for morning tea and lunch |
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Guitar Class Having Fun
We have lessons for both Beginners and Intermediate levels on Thursdays weekly
We have lessons for both Beginners and Intermediate levels on Thursdays weekly
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Art Group
Our members in the Art group are busy painting and drawing for their next art exhibition They meet every Thursday afternoon on a weekly basis during school terms. |
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Ukulele Group
Lots of fun for the members in our Ukulele group
Lots of fun for the members in our Ukulele group
Renew membership for 2025 or become a new member of U3A Broadbeach.
New membership from 1st October 2025 until 31st December 2026 is $110
New membership from 1st October 2025 until 31st December 2026 is $110
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The concept of The University of the Third Age which commenced in Toulouse, France in 1973 has spread around the world. It's charter is to foster lifelong learning in people typically retired or
semi-retired.
There are no examinations or prerequisites, only a love of learning.
U3A Broadbeach located in the Central Gold Coast, is a community of seniors who enjoy the U3A philosophy of 'life long learning' along with friendship and fun. Check out our website and classes and activities.
U3A Broadbeach is a non-profit incorporated association in Australia, on the Gold Coast of Queensland, 80 kms south of Brisbane, the capital city.
semi-retired.
There are no examinations or prerequisites, only a love of learning.
U3A Broadbeach located in the Central Gold Coast, is a community of seniors who enjoy the U3A philosophy of 'life long learning' along with friendship and fun. Check out our website and classes and activities.
U3A Broadbeach is a non-profit incorporated association in Australia, on the Gold Coast of Queensland, 80 kms south of Brisbane, the capital city.
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