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Plagues that Changed History
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Plagues that Changed History
<p>The Plague of Justinian (541-549 AD) killed a quarter of the population of the Byzantine Empire and precipitated its fall. The Black Death (1346-1353) killed 50% of the people of Europe and led to
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Introduction to Greek Language & Culture
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Introduction to Greek Language & Culture
<p>This short course will enable you to understand and be understood on your tourist or business trip away. You will be able to greet people, make simple transactions, order food, ask for directions,
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Bouncing Back: The Disasters Windsor Survived
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Bouncing Back: The Disasters Windsor Survived
<p>Windsor may be one of the jewels of the Macquarie Towns, but its history has been marked by repeated disaster. This course explores the natural and human-made crises that tested the town, from
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Everything You Should Know About ChatGPT
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Everything You Should Know About ChatGPT
<p>This hands-on session introduces the full power of ChatGPT and other large language models, including GPT-5 and GPT-4o. Students will explore the core features, practical uses, personalisation
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Mastering AI for Daily Life: Productivity, Creativity and Safety
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Mastering AI for Daily Life: Productivity, Creativity and Safety
<p>Artificial intelligence is now part of everyday life, but many people still feel unsure how to use it well. This practical workshop cuts through the hype and shows you how tools such as ChatGPT,
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8,000 Years of Chinese Traditional Art
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8,000 Years of Chinese Traditional Art
<p>This visually rich course offers a chronological journey through the major traditions of Chinese art, from prehistoric cultures to the final imperial era of the Qing dynasty. Set against the
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The Shahnameh: Persia's Great Epic
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The Shahnameh: Persia's Great Epic
<p>The Shahnameh is one of the great epics of world literature, yet it remains far less known in the English-speaking world than it deserves. Written to celebrate and preserve Persian culture at a
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The Rise - Fall and Future of the Liberal Party
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The Rise - Fall and Future of the Liberal Party
<p>The Liberal Party dominated Australian federal politics for much of the post-war era, but its position is no longer secure. This course explores the party’s formation under Menzies, its earlier
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Slow Crochet: A Mindful Introduction for Beginners
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Slow Crochet: A Mindful Introduction for Beginners
<p>Slow down and discover the calming rhythm of crochet in this beginner-friendly course. Designed as both a creative practice and a form of mindfulness, sessions focus on learning at a gentle,
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Brick Built This City: Walking The Brick Mile
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Brick Built This City: Walking The Brick Mile
<p>From around 1880, The economic history of this industry has left its imprint (literally) through brick constructions evident across the Inner West and far beyond. Advances in technology, the spread
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