Welcome to the University of the Third Age - U3A Bunbury

What is U3A

First developed in France and later in the UK U3A has developed into a major international phenomenon with thousands of local branches and members around the world.

Each branch caters for local membership by providing learning opportunities and fellowship.

News and events

Our Semester 1 2026 program kicked off on Friday 13 February at ECU. All welcome. For meetings held at ECU gather from 9:30am for morning tea (bring a mug and $5 for parking) and proceedings commence at 10:00am.

Note our regular Friday meetings are always on the second and fourth Fridays of the month. If a month is lucky enough to have a fifth Friday (eg May 29, July 31, October 30) then an outing is usually scheduled for that day.

February-March Program 2026

09:30-11:30 Friday 13 February, Room 5.132/133, ECU Bunbury

Meet and Greet, Come along and meet current and new U3A members.

A Life in Community Radio with Barry Green

Barry was instrumental in starting Donnybrook Balingup Community Radio, Western Tourist Radio and the Harvest Highway which runs from Pinjarra to Manjimup along the Southwest Highway.

Next meeting

9:30-11:30 Friday 27 February, Room 5.132/133, ECU Bunbury

The Regional Men's Health Initiative -

Wellbeing tips with Glen Dunkerton

Glenn will take us through a variety of issues including mental health, physical and social aspects of our health and wellbeing. This will be a light-hearted session identifying some of the things men do, or don't do!

U3A Committee Member Lyn will provide a poster for attendees to take with them at our first meeting to encourage other men to join us. The Initiative has kindly given us a grant to buy some morning tea.

Men, and those who have men in their lives, are encouraged to attend.

9:30-11:30 Friday 13 March, Room 5.132/133, ECU Bunbury

Bunbury U3A Annual General Meeting

follwowed by some short films.

Open to all existing, and prospective members.

9:30-11:30 Friday 27 March, Room 5.132/133, ECU Bunbury

Riding for the Disabled with Jean Lishman.

Jean will discuss the Southwest Riding for the Disabled and what it is all about.

Key meeting dates for your calendar (Semester 1, 2026)

Friday Feb 13, Feb 27, Mar 13 (AGM), Mar 27, Apr 10, Apr 24, May 8, May 22, May 29 (Outing), Jun 12, Jun 26.

Meeting details will be published as they become available.

Tuesday Topical Talking

Sessions held at one of the Bunbury Libraries at 10am on every second Tuesday. No formal agenda just come along and share your ideas.

Starting dates and locations to be advised.

U3A Bunbury Newsletter

For more details on U3A Bunbury activities and issues please click the link below to access the latest copies of our newsletter:

January 2026

October-November 2025

June-September 2025

April-May 2024

2025 Program Review

U3A Bunbury thanks all those speakers and attendees who contributed to the success of the 2025 program (schedule listed below)

09:30-11:30 Friday 14 February, Room 5.132/133, ECU Bunbury

What's My Line - Meet and Greet, Come along and meet current and new U3A Members. Bring your ideas for U3A directions in 2025 and beyond.

09:30-11:30 Friday 28 February, Room 5.113/114, ECU Bunbury.

Annual General Meeting - Please attend our AGM and enjoy a short film.

09:30-11:30 Friday 14 March, Room 5.113/114, ECU Bunbury.

Claire Vander Linden will share her experiences working with Médecins Sans Frontières, a.k.a. Doctors Without Borders or MSF.

09:30-11:30 Friday 28 March,

Come and Try Croquet at the Moorabinda Croquet Club, Hay Park Sports Centre, 16 Wimbledon Way, Withers WA 62300

9:30-11:30 Friday 11 April, Room 5.132/133, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter Jo Williams - The Canning Stock Route

9:30-11:30 Friday 9 May, Room 5.113/114, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - Peter Williams - Tagalongs, How We Got There.

9:30-11:30 Friday 23 May, Room 5.113/114, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - Dr Berni Cameron, Occupational Health Lecturer, School of Medical and Health Sciences, ECU Southwest Campus

"From the Spanish Flu to Covid ... What's next?"

Tuesday 27 May (10:30-11:45 WA Time) on-line seminar via Zoom

Cybersecurity: Protect Yourself Online - Reduce Your Risks

Hosted by: Wayne Custodio

To register email u3abunbury@gmail.com

Seminar 1 - 10:30 - 11:45 on 27th May is an Overview that will cover:

Introduction to Cybersecurity
Understanding Online Threats: Common scams and fraud tactics targeting seniors.
How to Recognize Phishing Emails & Fake Websites
Protecting Devices and Personal Information: How to avoid identity theft.
Simple Steps to Stay Safe Online: Including tips for social media.

Two follow-up seminars will be based around the issues highlighted by members at the Overview seminar.

10:00 Friday 31 May, Visit to Mick Bennett Make it Space at the new Shire of Dardanup Building, 1 Council Drive EATON (adjacent to Eaton Fair Shopping Centre). Tour the Library and Make-It Space and stay for lunch if you wish. No bookings required, just turn up. Ample free parking and ACROD bays available. More information here.

9:30-11:30 Friday 13 June, Room 6.103, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - John McKernan - John will conduct a special Topical Talking session. Bring your ideas and discuss current issues with your colleagues in a supportive environment.

9:30-11:30 Friday 27 June, Room 5.113/114, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - John Frings - Greyhound History and Future.

9:30-11:30 Friday 11 July, Room 5.113/114, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - Tyril Houghton - U3A Bunbury and WA President -Tyril will share her experiences of visiting NASA

9:30-11:30 Friday 25 July, Room 3.117, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - Ric Stacey - U3A Bunbury - Making a Mark, The art of Portraiture

9:30-11:30 Friday 8 August, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - Lyn Frings - Cybersecurity: Protect Yourself Online - Reduce Your Risks - With Wayne Custodio

9:30-11:30 Friday 22 August, ECU Bunbury,

Short film and Lunch (details to follow)

9:30-11:30 Friday 12 September, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - Alan Walker (U3A Donnybrook) - Sixteen Years at Sea

9:30-11:30 Friday 26 September, ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - Angelika Bailey, Author. Angelika will provide insight into her life journey which culminated this year in the publication of her new book, "Whatever Happened to that Little Foreign Girl?"

9:30-11:30 Friday 10 October ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - Ted Johnson - Conservation volunteer. Ted has had a long career as a volunteer with the Leschenault Catchment Council and the Leschenault Native Plant Nursery, and will address the conservation of Native Fauna in the South West.

9:30-11:30 Friday 24 October ECU Bunbury,

Presenter - Wayne Elliott, District Manager DBCA - Wayne will share his experiences in conservation work in Zululand/South Africa.

9:30-11:30 Friday 13 November 2025 ECU Bunbury, Building 6

Presenter - Diane Tate - Life's Last Choices Coordinator

"Think Outside the Box : An Introduction to End-of-Life Planning".

Diane will share her journey in how she has come to take on the vital role in assisting people to address these important planning issues.