Warkworth is situated on the banks of the Mahurangi River which flows into the Mahurangi Harbour, in the Rodney District, about 50 kms. north of Auckland City, New Zealand.

The town was founded in the 1830s by English settlers from Northumberland, England and many of it's streets are named after towns in the 'home' County.

Warkworth has often been called one of the loveliest towns in New Zealand.

 

Warkworth U3A has general meetings usually on the second Monday of February, April, June, August, October and December.

These meetings feature guest speakers, morning tea, a short study group presentation and any business items that need attention.

The meetings are informal and convivial.

 

The meetings are held in the Totara Park Retirement Village Day Care Centre, Melwood Drive, Warkworth.

 

Our Special Interest Group meetings are held monthly at different times as arranged by each group. The venues usually vary with each meeting.

 

To learn more about Warkworth and the surrounding area, click here.

 

The U3A (University of the Third Age) Movement began in France in the mid-seventies and has now spread to many countries. U3A now has hundreds of thousands of members throughout the world.

 

U3A is a response to the idea that human life is divided into three periods: firstly, childhood and schooling, secondly, child rearing and work and thirdly, retirement.

 

The third age is seen as an important opportunity for listening, learning and understanding. It is during retirement that people can put into practice the idea of a university as a community of like-minded people who seek a greater understanding of life.

Unique characteristics of U3A.

• U3A taps the great reservoir of knowledge, skills and experience of older people.
• A range of subjects is decided upon from time-to-time and any member may suggest a new study group.
• The learning topics are selected and planned by members.
• Convenors for the discussion and study groups are appointed by each group.
• There are opportunities for reading, research, discussions and field trips.
• The atmosphere for learning is informal and friendly.
• There are no compulsory activities.
• There are no examinations.
• Costs are minimal to suit everyone.
• Meetings are held during the daytime.

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President: Beulah Heaven - Editor: Iris Mee