Our U3A 

With over 400 enthusiastic members and over 45 activities on offer, U3A Benalla and District's volunteer office bearers, convenors and tutors develop and implement a range of satisfying, stimulating and healthy courses and activities for retirees.

History

Established in 1988, Benalla and District U3A is the second largest U3A group in North East Victoria.

Following in the traditions of the worldwide U3A movement, Benalla and District's U3A  is a voluntary community organisation. It provides opportunities for learning for Benalla's older people enabling them to keep mentally and physically active and alert.

The term “University” is used in the original sense of an association or community of teachers and scholars united in the pursuit of knowledge.   Unlike most other Universities, U3A does not involve exams! 

The “Third Age”, which follows the “First Age” of childhood and formal education and the “Second Age” of working life, is one of active retirement, where a wide range of interests are pursued to enhance the self-image and well-being of older persons.

U3A courses and activities are run 'pro bono' by volunteer members of U3A.  This reciprocity provides rich opportunities for the transmission of knowledge and skills which benefits members and tutors alike.  

Documents

​President's Monthly Reports

​President Margaret Jenkins' Report to AGM, March 2024 -

U3A Benalla Inc Constitution - (2024) follows- Model Rules - Consumer Affairs 2023

U3A Benalla Policies

• Anti-Discrimination ​
• Bullying ​
• Code of Conduct ​
• Grievance ​
• Health & Safety
• Privacy
• Risk Management​
• Sexual Harassment​

The Committee is now in the final stage of completing a policy review it began in 2023, with the final policies to be added shortly.

U3A Benalla Flier 2024

​​Nomination Form - 2024

Management and administration

The Annual General Meeting of Benalla and District U3A is held every year in March.  The guest speaker at the 2024 AGM on 20 March 2024 was Lou Sigmund, who gave an entertaining and informative presentation on 'Chooks'.   The President of the Senior Citizens conducted the election of office bearers. The 2025 AGM will be held on Wednesday 19 March 2025 at 10 am. 

The Executive Committee of U3A Benalla and District meets monthly, making decisions and taking them to the rest of the group. Executive Committee meetings are held on the second Thursday from 1.30 to 3.30 pm in the U3A Meeting Room.     

Executive Committee 2024* - .Sitting:  Julie McNeill, Margaret Jenkins (President) Geraldine McCorkell, Dorothy Webber (Immed.Past President) Standing:  Nicole McFarlane (Secretary), Corrie Witlox (Treasurer), Ann Nelson (Vice President, Course Coordinator), Len Jeffers (Membership Officer), David Palmer (Publicity Officer).  Absent:  Neville Gibb, Heather Wallace (Newsletter Editor),  Helen Jeffree. *New photo to be added shortly!

Benalla U3A is an active member of U3A Network Victoria.  Benalla delegate Nicole McFarlane reports back to the Executive Committee.  Executive members also network with other U3A's at regional meetings and via Zoom meetings. 

Office Volunteers' Orientation; Regional Zoom Meeting; Life Membership Terry Case;  OHP training; AGM '21; Seniors' Centre Upgrade Opens; Library Display