March 2024 News

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Another month of 2024 behind us and now we’re into Autumn, the years keep flying by.

We welcomed two new members who have volunteered their services to be tutors – Ossie Richards and Neil McNaughton. It’s good to have you both join us and I look forward to having you helping our members learn about technology.

I also welcome Jim Bridges, Cecille Coan, Bernie Hayes, Ann Jones, John Manning, Shelley Parsons, and Mansel Williams who joined as new members during February.

Another person I welcome is Alex McOnie as a tutor (shock/horror) he’s too young to join as a member! Notwithstanding that, Alex has proven himself as a valuable volunteer tutor. A point to note – Alex has his own business – Agewise. There is no financial arrangement between Alex and Computerpals. As an independent, Alex offers his expertise for in-home assistance to those who need it at competitive commercial rates. If you need his help you should approach him on Mondays at Club Lambton to discuss.

COMING UP…

NSW SENIOR’S FESTIVAL – 11th to 24th March – the theme is ‘Reach Beyond’
https://www.nsw.gov.au/arts-and-culture/seniors-festival

Locally, Newcastle City Council will host a Seniors Expo & Comedy Gala – Monday 11th March 2024
https://www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/community/our-community/seniors/seniors-festival-2024
Computerpals will be one of the exhibitors and we will also be speaking about our club in the afternoon.

Computerpals will host our own special event on Monday 18th March at Club Lambton from 10:00 am with a guest speaker – Dr Gary Ellem speaking on ‘Real People in the Metaverse’. Gary is an enlightening speaker – you won’t want to miss this! A light lunch will follow – booking is essential as numbers are limited for catering.

ComputerPals Newcastle helps Seniors:

  • To use computers, smartphones and tablets.
  • To enrich their lives.
  • To bridge the generation gap. 
  • To become more self-reliant.

We assist seniors to find ways to benefit themselves and the community through their collective experience and knowledge.

What does ComputerPals Newcastle offer?

Our face-to-face Be Connected classes and much more are run from Club Lambton, Wallsend Library and Hamilton Library. Click here for our venues and times. We are also conducting online ZOOM sessions for other classes (check your email or (better still) you send us an email to enquire what’s on and when and how to get onto the session). 

Be Connected – What is it?

Be Connected is an Australia-wide Federal Government initiative empowering all Australians to thrive in a digital world. There are online learning resources as well as a network of community partners – the Be Connected Network – who offer in-person support so you can develop your digital skills and confidence.

Click here for more information on BeConnected.
Click here for the current timetable.
Click here to go to the Be Connected website.
Click here for our class venues and times.

Courses by ComputerPals

Here are some topics you might be interested in learning about:

    • Learn about Windows 10 and 11.
    • Understand your android apple phone or tablet.
    • Take better photos and create your own photobook.
    • Learn about internet and email security.
    • Special Interest Groups – Digital Photography, Creative Writing and MemoryPals.
Click here for information on ComputerPals Courses.
Click here for ComputerPals course descriptions.
Click here for more information on the special interest groups.

Use the Be Connected website to learn more about the presentation topics and available dates. 

eSafety Presentations

Some eSafety Presentations offered in 2024:
  • Apps for smarter travel
  • Useful tips for using your android phone
  • Iphone basics
  • Technology and your health
  • and more…
Click here for more information

Looking for something to listen to over the holidays?

Did you know Be Connected has a podcast series? 

With 12 episodes you can listen to today, there’s so much to discover over the holidays, including what online scammers don’t want you to knowinternet trivia questions and more. 

Joining a Zoom session for the First Time?

Don’t worry, we can help you out.
Click here for a rundown on the ‘How to’ by BeConnected.
Click here for a print copy of the instructions.

Contact Us

Email address: contact@computerpals.org.au

Mobile: 0478219220 (please leave a message including your name and phone number)

Venue Addresses

Club Lambton, Lambton Bowling Club, 51 Kaloola Rd, Lambton NSW 2299 

Wallsend Library, 30 Bunn Street, Wallsend NSW 2287

Hamilton Library, 45 James Street, Hamilton NSW 2303

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