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Their objective is promoting abilities and encouraging independence by facilitating clients with
disabilities to operate enterprises such as Coffee Services. They are located in the class rooms
next to WhittleseaU3A in the Peter Lalor Campus. It is pleasing to see increasing interest in
WhittleseaU3A activities in the Township of Whittlesea and that we now have an information
“desk” manned in the Whittlesea Community Activity Centre on Monday afternoon. Members
residing in and around the township of Whittlesea are welcome to drop in any Monday between
1pm to 3 pm have a cup of coffee and discuss U3A programs.
The May Road Lalor Campus office will continue to be manned on Tuesday 12 to 4pm and
Thursday 9:30 am to 4 pm to service member enquiries and provide support to Class Leaders of
Classes and Activities offered at the May Road Campus.

COMPLETION OF FACILITY SET UP AND COMMISSIONING OF THE COMMUNITY
CONNECTOR AREA
Our current best estimates for the completion date for the dedicated secure access system issue by
PLVC of final access keys, internet and communications connectivity and fit out of the Community
Connector area is 29 March.
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Peter Cleary will continue under the terms of our arrangements and commitment to PLVC to be
the manager in control of the operations of the WhittleseaU3A Peter Lalor Campus.
Anne Carbis will manage the volunteer team providing office and membership support.
IN CONCLUSION:

I thank all committee and support for the efforts of all in developing a “TEAM” spirit in embarking
on this most exciting WhittleseaU3A development. I know it has been challenging for some, but
remember we are all working for a common cause – provide quality activities for our members and
enjoy the involvement. I would in particular on behalf of the Committee thank Peter Cleary for his
dedication and management of a very difficult project. Please follow Peter’s directions regarding
the access to the facility, allocation of class rooms and access to resources through the final stages
of the setup of the facility for ongoing operations.

TIME CAPSULE 2040
Engaging seniors and volunteers in Whittlesea

The City of Whittlesea Council is partnering with Whittlesea U3A and other organisations in the
area to create a TIME CAPSULE, which will include letters, notes, messages, photos, ideas and
small objects (must be able to fit in the palm of your hand) representing or symbolizing each
contributor’s perspective on what life is like in 2018 and their view of what life will look like in the
year 2040.Wishing all an enjoyable Term 2 and looking forward to seeing you at the monthly
“Morning Tea” at Epping Memorial Hall or the “Discussions over Coffee” at the Whittlesea
Community Centre.

Riders with Bronwyn

Bronwyn was elected to the Harvey’s Sunday bike riders. The
Victorian Parliament to represent the ride is usually about 20 kms at a
Thomastown electorate in November leisurely pace, mostly along safe off
2010. She was re-elected in November road bike paths with a half way rest/
2014 and is now also serving as the coffee/refreshment break. These rides
Government Whip in the Legislative are conducted jointly by U3A and the
Assembly since August 2016. Whittlesea Bicycle Users Group
Bronwyn has always had a keen (BUG). Starting points vary from
interest in Whittlesea U3A and was week to week with locations in
recently invited to ride with Ron Bundoora, Epping and South Morang.