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CLICK HERE for the Term 2 Timetable.

REGISTER FOR CLASSES for the last 4 weeks of Term 2 from 5th June to 29th June –CLICK HERE
Also
We want to know what you want to learn.

Some of our members have expressed interest in certain topics…
Some suggestions: Using your Android Device, Using your Apple Device, Create Your Own Photobook, Files and Folders, Using Facebook, Using (Facebook) Messenger, Google Photos, Online banking with Apps, Online Shopping, Password Management, Photo editing, Photo organisation, Selling your stuff online, Using a USB & External Hard Drive, You Tube, something else?

We have provided a form for you to give feedback on topics that you would like ComputerPals to address. CLICK HERE please and share what you want with us.

What’s On

On Monday 26th June at 10:00 am at Club Lambton (51 Karoola Rd, Lambton) we will have a presentation from Alicia Anderson – Service NSW on Protect your identity
And…
This day will be a FREE morning Tea and enrolment day for classes in Term 3.

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
    • Understand your android apple phone or tablet.
    • Take better photos and create your own photobook.
    • Learn about internet and email security
    • Spcial 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 2023:

  • Helpful apps for your smart phone
  • Protect yourself against scams
  • How to use government websites
  • Protect yourself after a data breach

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 know, internet 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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