January 2021
Convenors Workshop
We are having a workshop and lunch for convenors on Friday 29 January at Kooringal Golf Club, Wilga Avenue, Altona. All convenors and ‘would-be’ convenors (those considering becoming a convenor) should not miss this opportunity get advice and hands-on experience in running activities and in accessing the support that is available to you. And, of course, socialising with other convenors and members in our U3A group.
Workshop begins at 10.0 am followed by lunch at 12.00 pm.
RSVP by 6pm Thursday 21 January
to Phil Quinn (info@u3ahbwilli.org.au), so we can confirm numbers for the Golf Club.
December 2020
Survey
Guests at our Christmas lunch filled in a survey.
If you were not there (or if you were and want to add some more comments) download and email to us at info@u3ahbwilli.org.au. If you prefer you can complete and hand to a Committee member.
Click on this link to download form: Membership Survey
Christmas Party

Life Members: Ken Gratton, Robert Ryan, Lorraine Woodman, Ralph Humphries, Ena Holt and Florence Light (below) received their certificates at the Christmas Lunch on Wednesday, 9 December 2020.

November 2020

Join us at the U3A Hobsons Bay/Williamstown Christmas Lunch
Date: Wednesday, 9 December
Venue: Altona Sports Club, 1 Altona Road, Altona
Time: 12.30 pm
RSVP: To Sherril by Friday, 4 December
Phone: 0413 215 207 (note: this is the dedicated U3A HBWilli phone number)
Only 50 people can attend, so get in early.
Meals have not been finalised yet but we will let you know the choices and prices as soon as the Club lets us know.Please advise Sherril of any dietary requests. Note: The Altona Sports Club will charge for non-attendance unless you cancel via Sherril at least 48 hours beforehand.
Hope to see you there.
U3A Hobsons Bay/Williamstown Inc Committee
Enrolments 2021
Enrolments will open for U3A Hobson Bay/Williamstown 2021 activities soon.
1. Wednesday 2 December: online via UMAS
2. Monday 7 December: face-to-face at The Cottage from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. (83 Bayview Street, Williamstown – in the grounds of Bayview College)
3. Or download and submit a membership form from 2 December.
Membership Payments are being accepted now.
Fees are:
- Full Member/convenor – $40 per year
- Associate Member – $20 per year for those who are a full member of a different U3A. May receive lower priority when enrolling in yearlong/semester courses
- Members Awarded Honour of Life Membership – Free
Payments can be made:
By cheque made out to U3A Hobsons Bay/Williamstown Inc, and mailed to:
PO Box 140
Williamstown, VIC, 3016
EFT
Bank: Bendigo Bank
BSB: 633-000
Account Number: 169939121
Account Name: U3A Hobsons Bay Williamstown
Reference: Please use full name as reference when paying membership
Minutes of 2020 Annual General Meeting
We had a terrific attendance at the AGM on 17th November with 40 members and guests participating via Zoom. The minutes are now available on the U3A Hobsons Bay/Williamstown website.
October 2020
Our latest newsletter has been uploaded. It contains important information about the 2020 AGM
