Latest News

State of the (Older) Nation

5 December 2018

When we focus on the group of older Australians who are not doing so well at the moment, we see numerous challenges related to finances, health, age discrimination and a general lack of trust in Government and the future.

The Queensland Symphony Orchestra sharing the love of music

21 May 2020

Violist Nicholas Tomkin and violinist Nichola were able to perform from the courtyard and share their love of music with those listening from their balconies.

COVID-19

U3A Online

10 November 2016

All that’s needed to study online is access to a computer with an internet connection – and some basic computing skills.

U3A

Using information and communication technology learnings to alleviate social isolation for older people during periods of mandated isolation: A review

17 February 2022

A recent collaboration between researchers, Emily Todd and Alison Mutch, from the University of Queensland, and Bronwyn Bidstrup from COTA Queensland, found evidence that information and communication technology improves social connectedness for older people to some extent.

social connectedness