Study Groups are the heart of our u3a

You are encouraged to browse our Study Groups below and by opening the Info Sheets you will be able to contact a Convenor who will be sure to make you welcome

  • Astronomy

    Are you interested in the origins of the universe including the formation and composition of stars, galaxies, the sun, earth and the Solar system?

  • Cabbages and Kings

    “The time has come the Walrus said to speak of many things. Of ships and shoes and sealing wax and cabbages and kings.” Lewis Carroll

  • Chinese Painting and Art Studies

    Enjoy trying something new. A practical activity with a small friendly group who find Chinese painting very therapeutic.

  • Classic Movies

    The joys of re-connecting with the movies from the Golden Age (1935 -1965 );. the favourites you watched during your younger years at the local movie theatre.

  • Classical Opera

    Music, drama and song are a panacea for the soul. Classical Opera provides an escape for 2 - 3 hours from the reality of life.

  • Cook’s Voyages of Discovery

    Explore the epic 18th century voyages of the great mapmaker and navigator. Charting the path of Venus across the sun, the search for Terra Australis – and James Cook’s role in NZ history.