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OF INTEREST TO OUR MEMBERS:

The October 2024 forum addressed the issue of online scam avoidance. Phil O’Brien, our presenter, had many suggestions for keeping safe while using technology and his presentation is included HERE

Our AGM will be held at the Ascot Vale Neighbourhood Centre on Thursday 5th December at 1.30pm. One of the agenda items will include a proposed revision of our constitution, which will need to be voted on at the meeting.

The Victorian Government introduced revisions to the regulations (model rules) for incorporated associations on 18th November 2023.  U3A Moonee Valley is an incorporated association, and the new rules apply to us.  They have been automatically in operation since the 18th of November 2023 although they have not yet been formally adopted by us. At the AGM in December, we plan to formally revise our constitution.  Along with the mandated revisions, we have taken the opportunity to revise and update those sections of constitution which are now out of date. 

 Over the past 7 years we have moved the day-to-day operation of our U3A to an online environment.  We have replaced paper-based systems with our website and the myu3a database.   Actions such as membership application, membership renewal, payment of fees, enrolment in courses and notifications to members have moved online.   

Several clauses of our constitution are written assuming that we operate with a written application form.  Clause 9 (Application for membership), Clause10 (Consideration of application) and Clause 11 (New membership) are written this way.  All these processes have been moved online, and the clauses no longer reflect how we actually work.  We are taking this opportunity to update these clauses to reflect actual practice.    

In summary the revisions are:
Clause 9 (Application for membership):  now refers to an online application.
Clause10 (Consideration of application):  has been deleted. It is no longer part of the membership process.
Clause 11 (New membership):  Renumbered to Clause 10.  Membership is automatically deemed granted after completion of the online form and payment of the appropriate fee.
Subsequent clauses are renumbered to reflect that the existing Clause 10 has been deleted.

A DRAFT NEW CONSTITUTION is available online for your review.  Amendments mandated by the Victorian Government are highlighted in blue.  Amendments initiated by us are highlighted in yellow.   We welcome any feedback you may have about this proposed draft.  Please send your comments and questions to info@u3amooneevalley.com.au.

Subject to the feedback we receive, our plan is to table a motion at the December AGM to amend our constitution consistent with this draft. 
Brian Smith  


SENIORS FESTIVAL Tuesday October 15th

Victorian Seniors Festival is an annual month-long celebration of events and activities across the state designed to bring seniors together to enjoy themselves, learn new skills and make new friends.  

Date: Tuesday, 15th October
Time: 12.30pm-3pm 
Location: The Clocktower Centre 

Registrations are not required, just come along and join in the festivities! 
Our Seniors Festival is an opportunity to celebrate seniors with fun, FREE and interactive activities and workshops: 

Vic Police presenting on Safety (in the home, scams etc) 

  1. Guest speaker – Jean Kittson  
  2. Lively Tech support staff presenting and on hand to assist with any phone tech topics, access, issues etc 
  3. Art Workshop 
  4. Pip Joyce musician 
  5. Massage therapists and manicures available  
  6. Photobooth 
  7. Chair Yoga 
  8. Voices of Moonee Valley choir 
  9. Stall holders displays.
  10. Raffle  
  11. Yummy food 


MONTHLY LUNCHES
All U3A Moonee Valley members and friends are invited to attended the monthly lunches
which are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
You choose and pay for your own food and drink. As well as a wide range of dishes offered on the main Bistro menu, a Seniors menu of generous portions is available. Current prices for Seniors meals are 3 courses $20.00, 2 courses $18.00 and 1 course $16.00.

Remaining dates for 2024: 17th October. 21st November, 19th December
Please contact Marjorie Ridley at officecomv@gmail.com to confirm you will attend by Monday prior to the lunch date.

TOWN HALL TOUR AND LUNCH Tuesday October 22nd
Melbourne Town Hall has a unique art and memorabilia collection.  It’s claimed to be the best capital city collection in Australia.  We have been able to book an organised tour for 12 people.  An optional lunch after the tour has been booked at Young and Jackson. 
To secure your place please email your interest about the tour and the lunch to info@u3amooneevalley.com.au
Each participant will need to provide ID and pass through the required Security Check at Melbourne Town Hall

10.45am Assemble at Meeting Point inside Administration Building of Melbourne Town Hall
11.00am Free Guided Tour of the Art & Heritage Collection
The tour can accommodate 12 persons
Click on the link below to learn more about what this tour involves 
https://whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au/static/tours/Art_and_Heritage_Collection_Tour_Accessibility_Guide.pdf

12.30pm Lunch at Young & Jackson $40 including glass of wine + coffee

Please register by emailing :  info@u3amooneevalley.com.au

WILLIAM ANGLISS LUNCH Wednesday November 13th

The Restaurant at the William Angliss Institute has been booked again to celebrate the end of another successful year for Moonee Valley U3A.
The restaurant is situated at 550 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne where we will meet at 12.00 noon,
Prices are set at –    two courses – $29.00 or three courses  – $38.00
Drinks at bar prices.
The booking is for twenty (20) only people so be sure to book early.
Please register by emailing :  info@u3amooneevalley.com.au
Any questions or concerns please contact me on – 0407 582 656.

Helen Mather

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT DEMENTIA?
We had a forum last year on the topic of Dementia which was well attended. Interested in going to the next level of understanding this topic? The University of Tasmania’s Wicking Centre offers two free courses “Understanding Dementia” and “Preventing Dementia”.
The courses run for 7 weeks, are free and no assignments or exams are required. Information about the courses can be found at: https://www.utas.edu.au/wicking