eNews #20 Aug 2021

31st Annual General Meeting

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President Liz Hooper welcomed approximately 65 members and invited guests to U3A Nunawading’s 31st AGM, which was held via Zoom due to current COVID-19 restrictions.

Committee Members Andrew Lockwood and Andrew Gee did not re-nominate and the President paid tribute to their individual contributions to our U3A. Gary Walker and Marlene Fernandes have joined the Committee of Management for the next year, with Gary Walker taking one of the Vice President positions. 

Andrew Lockwood was awarded Life Membership of U3A Nunawading in recognition of his outstanding contribution since joining the committee over 10 years ago 

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Cancelled celebration funds to off-set 2022 fees

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A 30th anniversary celebration was planned for last year but was postponed to 2021 due to COVID-19 restrictions.
We have regretfully decided to cancel our 31st Anniversary Celebrations. The funds set aside for the event will be returned to members as a discount on their 2022 membership fee.
Although we are unable to hold our celebration, a book of members’ recollections will be launched when we return to the Hub. The book contains stories told by members in their own words about their lives

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Suspension of face-to-face classes extended

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As a result of the Victorian Government announcement on 16 August that the current lockdown is to be extended for an additional two weeks, we are sorry to advise you that there will be no face-to-face classes until further notice. 

While we are currently unable to attend classes at the Hub our lovely community garden continues to flourish

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Share your passion at Summer School

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This is a call out to members who are not currently Class Leaders but have a passion for a particular subject, craft or other activity that they would like to share as part of our 2022 Summer School.

If you have an idea you think might be suitable please contact Summer School Convenor Valerie Donlon for a chat 

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COVID-19 vaccination information

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There are more places than ever before to get your COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccines are safe, effective and free.
Getting the COVID-19 vaccine reduces your risk of getting sick with COVID-19 and protects you against becoming very sick if you do get COVID-19. It helps to protect your friends, family and community. If most people are vaccinated, the virus can’t spread as easily. This also protects people who can’t get vaccinated

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