Travel and Culture
It is often said that travel broadens the mind. Whether you are an armchair traveller or are planning a trip our courses will unveil the secrets of some of the world's top destinations. So travel into WEA in the city or travel to your favourite chair at home and let the adventures begin.
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Best of British Comedy Series - The Two Ronnies and Yes Minister
<p>We kicked off this series earlier in ‘24 with the brilliant Morecambe and Wise and everyone wanted more. Here is the continuance of our very successful Friday night of Comedy. Come along for a
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Art Deco and More - Sydney CBD Walking Tour
<p>When we think of Sydney, the first things that spring to mind are often the magnificent harbour, our unique Opera House and the mighty Harbour Bridge. But often unnoticed is its wealth of beautiful
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A Short History of Australia's Eight Capital Cities
<p>In this course, we look at the different circumstances in which Australia’s eight capital cities [Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide, Perth, Darwin, Brisbane and Canberra] were built, and key
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Summer Haiku in the Gardens
<p>The haiku form was developed by Basho in seventeenth-century Japan and has spread round the world. Haiku writing is a way to deepen perception of the nature around us. It is meditative and
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The Mystery of Easter Island - Discover the Best of Rapa Nui People and Culture
<p>The enigmatic Easter Island is one of the most isolated islands on Earth. Located over 3,700 km from the Chilean coast, this remote volcanic island is an archaeological treasure that has puzzled
...The Mystery of Easter Island - Discover the Best of Rapa Nui People and Culture
<p>The enigmatic Easter Island is one of the most isolated islands on Earth. Located over 3,700 km from the Chilean coast, this remote volcanic island is an archaeological treasure that has puzzled
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Travel & Coffee - New Orleans
<p>New Orleans on the Mississippi River has been described as the "most unique" city in the United States. We explore New Orleans to discover its history and highlights. We visit areas such as the
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Victorian and Federation Sydney - Sydney CBD Walking Tour
<p>The story of the founding of colonial Sydney is well known, but what is less well known is the Victorian and Federation period, where the city we know today really took shape. Between 1850 and 1900
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World Music - Grooving in Africa and Latin America
<p>Africa and Latin America are renowned for their upbeat, engaging and rhythmically intricate music traditions. This course examines world music soundscapes, with a particular focus on the cultural
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Travels with Alexander the Great
<p>We will follow one of history’s greatest generals – Alexander the Great, as he sets off from his native Macedonia to conquer the vast Persia Empire. His journey of conquest crosses the Dardanelles,
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New York History - From the Dutch to the Americans
<p>Explore the stories and the history of this global city, concentrating on Manhattan. It has been called the “Wonder City,” and “The City that Never Sleeps”. The Dutch, and later the British forged
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