SUMMER PROGRAMME INFORMATION
12 January - 12 February 2009


Monday, 12 JanuarySaving the Tasmanian DevilJohn Hamilton

A new 21st Century perspective.



Thursday, 15 JanuaryLiving and Working in TongaDavid Dunkley

David Dunkley is the Private Secretary to His Majesty King George Tupou V of Tonga.



Tuesday, 20 JanuaryThe Scented ApeMichael Stoddart

The biology and culture of human odour.



Thursday, 22 JanuaryTeaching Medicine in Foreign ClimesNorelle Lickiss

Cancer care - notably in Iran.



Tuesday, 27 JanuaryA Tasmanian Artist in ParisLindsay Broughton



Thursday 29 JanuaryAdapting Fiction for the ScreenJohn Honey

John will talk about a unique experience adapting four different books for the "big" screen.



TUESDAY, 3 FEBRUARYMAUREEN AND ROY DAVIES
MEMORIAL LECTURE

Damien Bugg AM, QC.


Thursday, 5 FebruaryFrom SoissonsBertrand Cadart

From Soissons, France, via Mad Max to Mayor of Spring Bay Council.



Tuesday, 10 FebruaryDeath in the ColonyHamish Maxwell-Stewart


Thursday 12 FebruaryAre We There Yet?Heinz Vojacek

A Changing world.



Venue:

University of Tasmania Life Sciences Theatre No.1 (on the upper side of Churchill Avenue). Take a bus to Churchill Avenue, Stop 14, use the overpass and turn left to the Life Sciences Building. The theatre is just inside the door.

Enrolments:

Enrolments are unnecessary. Bring your friends - all are welcome. The theatre holds 160 and a capacity audience is the best compliment to our speakers.

Admission:

Gold Coin Donation ($2)

Dates:

There are 10 talks, including the Maureen & Roy Davies Memorial Address. This year we are holding the sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays with the exception of the first lecture which will be held on Monday, 12 January.

Time:

10.00am sharp - finish about 11.15am (including question time).

Morning Tea:

Held in the foyer after each talk. If you can give some help with serving, please contact Phyll McKay on 6249-7392.

Important:

Please be careful where you park

  • Parking restrictions are strictly enforced.
  • PERMITS are required for many areas.
  • FREE PARKING - Mostly in College Road and French Street.
  • VOUCHER PARKING - Various locations including Dobson Road and Grosvenor Crescent. If unfamiliar with the area, why not make a preliminary reconnaissance?


Page coordinated by Bruce Rosen
Email: u3a@tassie.org
Membership queries to: Mr Bryan Pearce,Secretary
ph (03) 6227 8190
Email: pbpearce@netspace.net.au

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