WEA Course Guide September - December 2025

DISCOVER THE ART OF CHINESE TEA NEW From delicate green tea to rich Pu'er, explore 5,000 years of tea culture. Learn how jasmine pearls unfurl in hot water, taste Oolong's floral notes, and compare black tea varieties. Each cup tells a story of Chinese traditions. Come savor, swirl and find your favourite. Jia (Julia) Lian 57063 Sat., 10am 27 September, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $89, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE

The below courses are taken by David Crossman BA,GradDipEd,DipT,CertIV.WT&A KNOW YOUR WINE - ENJOY YOUR WINE Discover why a wide range of wine styles taste like they do. Learn how to judge the quality of wine. Gain confidence in choosing a suitable wine and describing why you like it. 57072C Wed., 6pm 8 October, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $74, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE WORLD CHARDONNAY CHALLENGE Chardonnay is now the top selling white wine in Australia. But how do you pick a good one? Taste and evaluate a number of Chardonnays from Australia and other countries and choose a winner 57082 Wed., 6pm 15 October, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $94, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE WINES OF ITALY Taste wines from classic regions like Piedmont, Tuscany, Veneto, Puglia, Abruzzi and Sicily. Grape varieties considered include Vermentino, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Barbera, Montepulciano and Nero d Avola. 57065 Wed., 6pm 19 November, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $94, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE

WORLD SPARKLING CHALLENGE Is Champagne the best sparkling wine in the world? Taste and evaluate sparkling wines from other French regions, from Europe, Australia and New Zealand and decide whether any can match Champagne. Participants will also consider the sparkling winemaking methods involved. At least 9 wines will be tasted and no previous experience required. Please remember to not drink and drive. 57073A Wed., 6pm 5 November, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $94, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE NATURAL ALL-GRAIN BEER BREWED AT HOME Produce sensational beer in your own home using the same methods employed by commercial breweries, without the high expense. Finally, you will attend a brew day to get hands-on experience. (Brewing dates are decided in class). Luke Moran B.Ch.E 57075C Tue., 6pm 21 October, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $154, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE facebook.com/ WEAadultlearning

EXPERIENCE CHADO (JAPANESE TEA CEREMONY) This class is presented by a qualified tea instructor from Japan. Learn an introductory knowledge of Chado; its history and fundamental characteristics, how to use special utensils and appreciate matcha tea. The teacher will give a demonstration of matcha tea making where students will learn how to whisk matcha tea correctly. These will be enjoyed with Japanese sweets. Eriko Takefuji-Lawler Urasenke Chado Instructor 57078B Sat., 9am 8 November, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $84, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE MOCKTAILS FOR HEALTH Learn how to make three alcohol-free drinks; one for gut health, one using edible weeds and flowers from your backyard, and one just for FUN! Sarah Hennessy is Founder of Memorable Mocktails, SA's first Mocktail and alcohol- free wellness school. With a background in brain health and foraging, Sarah has been creating healthy drinks for two decades. Sarah Hennessy BSocScience 57092C Sat., 1pm 1 November, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $115, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE

Creative Arts

CREATIVE WRITING SENTENCE MAGIC

PHOTOGRAPHY CAPTURE WITH A DIGITAL SLR PHOTO CAMERA A course for beginners to learn essential skills in camera operation, shutter speed and exposure control, and basic post- processing using camera, lenses, flash and computer. Join the tutor on guided photo-shoot field trips (1 evening + 1 morning). BYO DSLR Camera and manual. Visit our website or contact WEA to find out additional optional items required. Elena Pochesneva 57504F Mon., 5.30pm 20 Oct, 6 wks x 2 hrs + 2 f/t 57504G Thu., 11am 30 Oct, 6 wks x 2 hrs + 2 f/t FEE: $220, disc. $197, conc. $195 WEA CENTRE

Turn bland writing into gold by learning the secrets of interesting, effective sentence and paragraph structure. Practical exercises will help you understand rhythm and style, and show you how to break grammar rules with pizzazz. Note: this is NOT an ESL or workplace English class. Martina Taeker BA(Hons) Dip.Ed. M.Spec.Ed. 57609 Tue., 6pm 21 October, 2 wks x 3 hrs FEE: $109, disc. $99, conc. $96 WEA CENTRE EXPERT EDITING Lack of editing is a major reason publishers reject manuscripts. Learn how to effectively and efficiently edit your own writing, and provide constructive feedback to others. Martina Taeker BA(Hons) Dip.Ed. M.Spec.Ed. 57633 Sat., 10am 15 November, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $109, disc. $99, conc. $96 WEA CENTRE GETTING PUBLISHED IN THE 21ST CENTURY Get advice on the publishing industry, including where to send your manuscript, copyright, agents, appraisal services, manuscript presentation and writing query letters and synopses. Martina Taeker BA(Hons) Dip.Ed. M.Spec.Ed. 57638 Sat., 10am 22 November, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $109, disc. $99, conc. $96 WEA CENTRE

HANDS-ON PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY NEW This course explores product photography through reflective items, food, and organic products. Learn to use light, prop, and camera settings to enhance product identity, control reflections, and highlight textures. Includes post-production tips and social media optimisation for creating visually compelling, professional product images. Valeria Reategui Bachelor in Business 57506 Sat., 9.30am 6 December, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $74, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE

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