City Campus
9:00amA42 Pencil Drawing⊗A42 Pencil Drawing (class full)
Tutor: Javad Kazemi Khezri
In this friendly group we practise pencil drawing skills. It is not a structured class but Javad will move around the class giving advice. Please bring your own sketch pads and pencils.
Venue: Creek St, Room 5
Wednesday 9:00am to 11:45am
(full) Javad Kazemi Khezri (9:00am to 11:45am)
(3 hours) (Creek St, Room 5)C32 Make your PC better suited to you⊗C32 Make your PC better suited to you (class full)
Tutor: Sue Robb
Learn how to identify what is not necessary on your PC and remove these items. Get suggestions about what you could add to help you do whatever is important to you and how to get them. Protect yourself from viruses and scammers and other nasties. Find out how to get information safely. And finally, find out how to get free, or near free programs that suit you. Organize your mail, set up rules. Sync your computer with your phone and your iPad or tablet. And most important of all probably, learn how to set up a password protector. Learn to set up security, backups, cleanups on a schedule.
Venue: Creek St, Room 8
Wednesday 9:00am to 10:30am
(full) Sue Robb (9:00am to 10:30am)
(Creek St, Room 8)A08 Art of Origami⊗A08 Art of Origami
Tutor: Lynette Duffy
This is a hands-on class. Each term you will begin with crafting simple pieces, then as your skills develop, progress to more detailed models. Origami develops patience; respect for yourself and the delicate paper. It enhances hand-eye co-ordination; tactile/fine motor skills; space/volume awareness; focus/concentration and engages the left and right hemispheres of the brain. Please read the supplementary information for further important details about this class.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 12
Wednesday 9:00am to 10:30am
Lynette Duffy (9:00am to 10:30am)
(Adelaide St, Room 12)H14 History⊗H14 History
Tutor: Sheila Leary
Class members choose their own topic of history that is of interest to them. The focus of that topic is immersion in the research, which can lead in all directions, using critical thinking. We are non-judgmental, you can give a straight talk, encouragement is given to deliver a PowerPoint presentation if you so wish. With two talks each week, the topics are very diverse, not all serious, some humorous, expanding our knowledge, thinking and also giving cause for discussion. Our friendly class is welcoming and like most U3A classes we enjoy coffee afterwards with much lively discussion.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 16
Wednesday 9:00am to 10:45am
Sheila Leary (9:00am to 10:45am)
(2 hours) (Adelaide St, Room 16)9:15amJ75 German - Advanced Class 1⊗J75 German - Advanced Class 1 (class full)
Tutor: Linda Mains
This class is for those who can already speak, read and write German at an intermediate/advanced level. The aim is to practise and develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in everyday German at this level (B1, B2, C1). The class will study lessons and articles from Deutsche Welle: https://learngerman.dw.com/de/alltagsdeutsch/s-56744441 Be prepared for class interaction, participation and regular class presentations at this level of German. Please email the tutor and include your phone number. The class continues from the previous term, but there may be places for new students.
Venue: Creek St, Room 4
Wednesday 9:15am to 10:30am
(full) Linda Mains (9:15am to 10:30am)
(Creek St, Room 4)9:30amJ09 Arabic Post Elementary⊗J09 Arabic Post Elementary
Tutor: Michael Otago
This is a continuing class which has been operating since Term 1 2022. Class members are now familiar with the letters of the Arabic alphabet and their sounds, with the conjugation of some classes of regular verbs, and are able to read, translate and construct straightforward phrases and sentences in both Modern Standard Arabic (the formal language in which Arabic is written) and the Egyptian dialect of spoken Arabic. We continue to build on this base in 2025.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 13
Wednesday 9:30am to 10:45am
Michael Otago (9:30am to 10:45am)
(Adelaide St, Room 13)J37 Spanish - Advanced Conversation⊗J37 Spanish - Advanced Conversation
Tutor: Virginia Torres Guarneros
Improve your listening and comprehension through a series of movies and songs to help perfect speech and pronunciation of this beautiful language. We will work together and by conversing you will improve your language skills.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 15
Wednesday 9:30am to 10:45am
Virginia Torres Guarneros (9:30am to 10:45am)
(Adelaide St, Room 15)E16 Politics & The Economy - Hopes & Fears⊗E16 Politics & The Economy - Hopes & Fears (class full)
Tutor: Bruce Holdsworth
Amid fears and problems, our friendly group seeks hope and solutions. We use basic economics to consider topics including worsening Climate Change and Environmental Deterioration; Democracy in danger: Money Politics and growing Inequality; Economic Developments (inflation, recession, financial crises, austerity, etc) and Technology (AI) and Education strains; Conflicts: Israel/Gaza/West Bank/Lebanon; the USA and its allies vs China, Russia, Iran; Ukraine War; Nationalism vs Globalisation; Social Divisions (rich vs rest, women's position, authoritarianism vs dissent, media bias, racism and bigotry). Also, COVID & its impacts.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 18
Wednesday 9:30am to 11:00am
(full) Bruce Holdsworth (9:30am to 11:00am)
(Adelaide St, Room 18)10:00amJ34 Spanish for Beginners⊗J34 Spanish for Beginners (class full)
Tutor: Maria Rosa Gallego
This is a new beginners course for people who would like to learn Spanish and enjoy learning this beautiful and popular language. The emphasis of the course will be basic grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 14
Wednesday 10:00am to 11:15am
(full) Maria Rosa Gallego (10:00am to 11:15am)
(Adelaide St, Room 14)10:45amC33 Optimize your Own Life⊗C33 Optimize your Own Life
Tutor: Sue Robb
To live a long and happy life you need to know a lot, but there is so much conflicting information on the internet, also from your family, friends and even doctors. Learn how to find out the best information for YOU. We will cover nutrition, exercise, medical matters, brain training, dementia prevention, intellectual pursuits, sleep. We also talk about the loneliness that can accompany aging, friends and family dying, children and grandchildren busy with their own lives, new physical constraints.
Venue: Creek St, Room 8
Wednesday 10:45am to 12:15pm
Sue Robb (10:45am to 12:15pm)
(Creek St, Room 8)11:00amE07 Climate Readings⊗E07 Climate Readings
Tutor: Gerry Van Klinken
The climate crisis needs a public debate that goes beyond technical questions to deeper ones about our relations with the natural world. Concerned Australians yearn for public discussion that is well-informed, democratic, and above all meaningful to them as human beings. This course is designed to introduce a wide range of critical and positive ideas to help them. Its "Climate Readings" are drawn from an international field known as environmental humanities.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 13
Wednesday 11:00am to 12:15pm
Gerry Van Klinken (11:00am to 12:15pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 13)J25 Italian - Intermediate⊗J25 Italian - Intermediate
Tutor: Barbara Steiner
This is an intermediate to advanced level class. We will be going through all aspects of the Italian language: pronunciation, grammar, listening, speaking, writing and reading in accordance with the class requirements and expectations. This course is designed for students who can already communicate effectively in Italian and have studied the basics of Italian grammar. It is necessary to have access to a computer as homework is sent via email.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 15
Wednesday 11:00am to 12:30pm
Barbara Steiner (11:00am to 12:30pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 15)11:15amJ109 French - Basic Travellers' Conversation - Beginners (continuing)⊗J109 French - Basic Travellers' Conversation - Beginners (continuing)
Tutor: Dominic Vu
This one-year course, started in Term 1 for absolute beginners, is a study of the French language and French-speaking cultures, with emphasis on the development of communicative skills and basic structures. The course combines in-class instruction and practice with self-paced study at home as guided by the tutor. Textbook for Term 4 is "Talk French 2", produced by the BBC.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 18
Wednesday 11:15am to 12:30pm
Dominic Vu (11:15am to 12:30pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 18)11:30amJ97 Japanese - Elementary⊗J97 Japanese - Elementary (class full)
Tutor: Jacqueline Fernandes
Members in this class have completed basic Japanese language study. This class will continue to develop listening and conversational skills. More advanced reading and writing components are included to enable structure of sentences. Basic Kanji have been covered and new Kanji will be introduced along with more advanced grammar.
Venue: Creek St, Room 3
Wednesday 11:30am to 12:45pm
(full) Jacqueline Fernandes (11:30am to 12:45pm)
(Creek St, Room 3)E08 Arab-Israeli Dispute - Background⊗E08 Arab-Israeli Dispute - Background
Tutor: Coral Johnson
Israel/Palestine is in the news - again. What is the problem? Why is it so difficult to resolve? Where there is a mixture of religion, politics and strategic location, there's bound to be conflict and controversy. With the media limited to brief sound bites, emotive images and lack of context, this two-term course presents factors often overlooked. A PowerPoint presentation includes maps, documents and basic facts. Participants are encouraged to raise questions and join in discussions.
Venue: Creek St, Room 4
Wednesday 11:30am to 12:45pm
Coral Johnson (11:30am to 12:45pm)
(Creek St, Room 4)M12 Famous Operas⊗M12 Famous Operas
Tutor: John Drew
If you love opera and want to understand the story line better, then this class is for you. Each week we will discuss and watch a famous opera from the 19th Century. This will cover the characters and the story of the Opera - but not the musical structure of the Opera.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 11
Wednesday 11:30am to 12:45pm
John Drew (11:30am to 12:45pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 11)J03 Arabic for Beginners⊗J03 Arabic for Beginners
Tutor: Michael Otago
This is a continuing class which commenced in January 2024. Since then, class members have become increasingly familiar with the Arabic alphabet and have developed the ability to read and speak simple words and phrases in Modern Standard Arabic and Egyptian Arabic. New students will benefit most from the class if they already have reasonable knowledge of the Arabic alphabet including the sounds of the letters. U3A members considering joining the class are encouraged to contact Michael via the U3A website.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 14
Wednesday 11:30am to 12:45pm
Michael Otago (11:30am to 12:45pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 14)12:30pmM09 Recorder Class for New Players⊗M09 Recorder Class for New Players
Tutor: Marion MacLaughlin
This is a beginner class for anyone who would like to play a recorder. You will need to have your own recorder and also to purchase a Tutor book.
Venue: Creek St, Room 5
Wednesday 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Marion MacLaughlin (12:30pm to 1:30pm)
(Creek St, Room 5)B49 Cooking to a Budget for One or Two⊗B49 Cooking to a Budget for One or Two
Tutor: Sue Robb
Cooking to a budget for one or two with no shortcuts, great taste, and fast to prepare. I've been teaching this for a while now in Mt Tamborine, and this keeps growing in popularity. Bread, soups, stir fries, take a bunch of ingredients and turn them into a Greek, Italian, French, Asian or Australian wonderful meal.
Venue: Creek St, Room 8
Wednesday 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Sue Robb (12:30pm to 2:00pm)
(Creek St, Room 8)1:00pmJ07 French - Fundamental, Introductory⊗J07 French - Fundamental, Introductory
Tutor: Coral Johnson
This is a four-term (one year) course based on the "BBC Talk French - Complete Course" with supplementary resources. Emphasis is on pronunciation, comprehension, fluency, and having fun. Enjoy learning to speak and read the beautiful French language while learning some history in the process.
Venue: Creek St, Room 4
Wednesday 1:00pm to 2:15pm
Coral Johnson (1:00pm to 2:15pm)
(Creek St, Room 4)E14 Australian Political Institutions⊗E14 Australian Political Institutions
Tutor: John Drew
In this course the enduring institutions of the Australian political system are considered with reference to the national government, the Queensland government and the Brisbane City Council. Using the American textbook "Political institutions in the USA" comparisons will be drawn with a republican system of government. John Drew is a political science and an economics graduate of the University of Queensland.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 11
Wednesday 1:00pm to 2:15pm
John Drew (1:00pm to 2:15pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 11)H10 A Brief History of the World Part 3 - 1800 to 1914⊗H10 A Brief History of the World Part 3 - 1800 to 1914
Tutor: Robert Hogg
A Brief History of the World Part 3 will be largely, but not exclusively, concerned with the 19th century. Events and topics will include the Trans Atlantic Slave Trade, the Industrial Revolution, and World War 1.There is no requirement to have completed Parts 1 or 2.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 16
Wednesday 1:00pm to 2:15pm
Robert Hogg (1:00pm to 2:15pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 16)J179 French - Conversation for Advanced Beginners (continuing)⊗J179 French - Conversation for Advanced Beginners (continuing)
Tutor: Dominic Vu
This class is a study of the French language and French-speaking cultures, with continued emphasis on the development of communication skills and basic structures. The course combines in-class instruction and practice with self-paced study at home as guided by the tutor. Textbook: "Communication Progressive du Francais, niveau intermediaire, 2e edition". Term 4 will cover lessons 20 to 25.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 18
Wednesday 1:00pm to 2:15pm
Dominic Vu (1:00pm to 2:15pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 18)1:30pmH31 100 Wonders of the World⊗H31 100 Wonders of the World
Tutor: Laurence Salmon
This course will cover various areas of cultures from around the world. It will explore and cover the ancient wonders where we will discuss the history and what took place in different communities and nations. In some classes Laurence will have a presenter from different countries of Arabia, Africa, Europe and Asia. In the 2025 classes he we cover Egyptian, Asian Middle East, Latin American and European cultures. At the same time it covers both Greek and Roman events that allowed a pathway for growth into today. The course also covers monuments and buildings explored by Laurence and his wife over 40 years of travel.
Venue: Adelaide St, Room 15
Wednesday 1:30pm to 2:45pm
Laurence Salmon (1:30pm to 2:45pm)
(Adelaide St, Room 15)2:15pmB50 Food and Minor Crafts for your Grandchildren⊗B50 Food and Minor Crafts for your Grandchildren
Tutor: Sue Robb
Want to engage with your grandchildren? Cook with them, and / or make something. We can all find this on the internet - much more fun to try this with a group of peers. Reindeer pancakes, cat oranges, bread pigs, strawberry penguins. Heat and cooling packs, pop up cards and lots more.
Venue: Creek St, Room 8
Wednesday 2:15pm to 3:45pm
Sue Robb (2:15pm to 3:45pm)
(Creek St, Room 8)Zoom Classes (Online)
8:30amX02 Maths for Seniors⊗X02 Maths for Seniors
Tutor: John Van Der Werff
The course covers simple operations with numbers, including fractions, percentages, decimals, ratios, basic algebra and geometry measurements, converting Imperial to Metric, statistics, probability and charts. This is practical mathematics for day-to-day use.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 8:30am to 9:30am
John Van Der Werff (8:30am to 9:30am)
9:00amC167 Gmail and Android Phone/Tablet⊗C167 Gmail and Android Phone/Tablet
Tutor: Harry Gilman
This course will introduce you to the Android OS and Google Experience. You'll need to have a Gmail account which will be your window to Google and Android. We'll briefly go over some of Gmail's features and settings, then move to the Android system - making you aware of the important security needs for your device. You'll learn what Android is, and how it works, the apps in the Google Play Store, downloading and installing apps/widgets, and introducing you to other Google apps, such as: Google Keep, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Photos, Google Docs, Google Maps, etc.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 9:00am to 10:30am
Harry Gilman (9:00am to 10:30am)
10:00amJ10 Chinese - Mandarin for Beginners Level 1⊗J10 Chinese - Mandarin for Beginners Level 1
Tutor: Joe Smith
This is a year-long course by Zoom for those who haven't studied Chinese before. There is only one Zoom login for the whole year. Each class is recorded, so you don't have to worry about missing any. We will focus on spoken Mandarin, the national language of China. Worldwide it's the second most spoken language after English. This class will teach participants spoken phrases and vocabulary, plus the importance of using proper "tones". We will use Pinyin for writing, the phonetic system used, e.g. on computers, to type the Chinese characters.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 10:00am to 11:00am
Joe Smith (10:00am to 11:00am)
11:00amJ80 German - Advanced Class 2⊗J80 German - Advanced Class 2 (class full)
Tutor: Ivar Stephensen
For those who want to develop their speaking, listening and reading skills in everyday German to an advanced level, or just maintain themselves at that level. The class is using "Video-Thema", a B2 level series from Deutsche Welle. "Video-Thema" can be accessed online at no cost using a computer, laptop, tablet, iPad or smartphone via the following link: https://learngerman.dw.com/de/video-thema/s-55861568 All class members get to speak and read aloud in German during classes. The course continues from the previous term, but places should be available for newcomers.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 11:00am to 12:00pm
(full) Ivar Stephensen (11:00am to 12:00pm)
12:30pmJ58 Spanish Book Reading for Beginners⊗J58 Spanish Book Reading for Beginners
Tutor: Lyn Hamill
Whatever book we choose, you will be able to find it on Amazon.com.au. If you have any questions about the course, please contact the tutor.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Lyn Hamill (12:30pm to 1:30pm)
2:00pmE13 Economics and Finance for Everyone⊗E13 Economics and Finance for Everyone
Tutor: Mark Davies
This class is about understanding economics and finance and how it affects our day-to-day life, looking at current local and international events, the changes which are occurring, and those which may be required in the future. Class discussions are based on four articles which are distributed in advance, usually two articles on international developments and two focused on Australian issues. No prior knowledge of economics is required. Prospective participants are welcome to contact the tutor for class details.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Mark Davies (2:00pm to 3:30pm)
2:30pmJ187 German - Intermediate⊗J187 German - Intermediate
Tutor: Ivar Stephensen
For those who are already suitably competent in German and want to develop their speaking, listening and reading skills in everyday German to an intermediate level. The class uses "Nicos Weg", a B1 level series from Deutsche Welle. "Nicos Weg" can be accessed online at no cost using a computer, laptop, tablet, iPad or smartphone via the following link: https://learngerman.dw.com/de/nicos-weg/c-36519718 All class members get to speak and read aloud in German during classes. The course continues from the previous term, but places should be available for newcomers.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Ivar Stephensen (2:30pm to 3:30pm)
7:00pmX16 Beekeeping - Hobby Organic Beekeeping⊗X16 Beekeeping - Hobby Organic Beekeeping
Tutor: Joe Smith
This is a repeating course each term and each class is recorded, so you don't have to worry about missing any. In this course I introduce the basics of European honey beekeeping at home and include two classes on native bees. Preventing disease and managing pests of a honey bee hive would take an hour per month in spring and summer and you may get 20kg of honey per month.
Venue: Online via Zoom
Wednesday 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Joe Smith (7:00pm to 8:00pm)
Southside
9:30amF03 Canasta Variation Hand and Foot⊗F03 Canasta Variation Hand and Foot
Tutor: Yvonne Mappas
Come along to learn and play the variation of this game in a friendly and supportive class. Beginners and beyond welcome. Contact Tutor for venue details.
Venue: Club Southside
Wednesday 9:30am to 12:30pm
Yvonne Mappas (9:30am to 12:30pm)
(3 hours) (Club Southside)9:45amJ74 Italian Communication C⊗J74 Italian Communication C
Tutor: Kevin Mahoney
This is NOT a conversation class. We read short stories, newspaper articles, tourist brochures etc. We deliver, in Italian, class talks (both prepared and impromptu). Interested members must have completed at least six years with Kevin or elsewhere and must consult with Kevin before enrolling.
Venue: The Village Coorparoo
Wednesday 9:45am to 11:00am
Kevin Mahoney (9:45am to 11:00am)
(The Village Coorparoo)10:30amA49 Card Making for both beginners and experienced⊗A49 Card Making for both beginners and experienced
Tutor: Linda Tan
Learn fabulous paper crafting techniques from an experienced and passionate card maker. All materials for two lovely projects will be provided on the day - you need to bring a tape runner adhesive (available from Spotlight, Lincraft), pencil, ruler, small sharp scissors and double-sided foam tape if you wish to add dimension to your projects. Tombow multi-purpose glue is also highly recommended. This is an opportunity to learn new skills, meet new friends and take away something special. Projects are seasonally based. Weeks may vary subject to availability of library. Email is my preferred form of contact.
Venue: Coopers Plains Library
Wednesday 10:30am to 12:30pm
4th Wednesday of the month.
Linda Tan (10:30am to 12:30pm)
(2 hours) (Coopers Plains Library)4th Wednesday of the month.
11:00amJ31 French Intermediate Immersion⊗J31 French Intermediate Immersion
Tutor: June Dews
Two books are required - CLE International "Vite et Bien 1 - A1 A2: Methode rapide pour Adultes" and "Vite et Bien 2 - B1 [2nd edition] (Claire Miquel). This course involves French intermediate immersion and has strong emphasis on verbs, grammar, key expressions and pronunciation by a native speaker of French. Students are encouraged to speak, read and write with confidence. If unsure of level, please phone teacher before enrolling in this course.
Venue: Carindale Library
Wednesday 11:00am to 12:30pm
June Dews (11:00am to 12:30pm)
(Carindale Library)12:00pmJ36 Italian Communication B⊗J36 Italian Communication B
Tutor: Kevin Mahoney
This is NOT a conversation class. We read short stories, newspaper articles, tourist brochures etc. We deliver talks, in Italian (both prepared and impromptu). Interested members must have completed at least four years with Kevin or elsewhere and must consult with Kevin before enrolling.
Venue: The Village Coorparoo
Wednesday 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Kevin Mahoney (12:00pm to 1:30pm)
(The Village Coorparoo)