WEA Course Guide - February - April 2026

TEXTILES GET TO KNOW YOUR SEWING MACHINE Learn how to alter tensions, using different stitches and feet. Gain the confidence you need to make a garment. Estimated cost of materials approx. $20. 65301A Sat., 10am 14 March, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE OVERLOCKING FOR BEGINNERS A one-day workshop for beginners only. Let our tutor show you how to get the very best out of your overlocker. Estimated cost of materials $20. BYO overlocker in good working order and all materials. Materials are not included in the course fee. 65304A Sat., 10am 28 March, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $161, conc. $158 WEA CENTRE KNITTING BEYOND THE BASICS Are you bored with plain and purl? Learn to create intricate cable and fairisle patterns. Basic knitting knowledge assumed. Materials cost approx $25. List of requirements on receipt. Dorothy Fletcher 65313 Thu., 10am 5 March, 4 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $142, disc. $128, conc. $125 WEA CENTRE EMBROIDERY FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS Learn step by step hand embroidery stitching techniques to produce a simple hand embroidered project. Approximate cost for all materials $40. Victoria Lowery MA Vis.Art., Grad.Dip.Ed.Sec 65330 Sat., 10am 21 March, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE CHICKEN SCRATCH EMBROIDERY This introductory course will teach you how to stitch a simple pattern using the vintage embroidery technique,'Chicken Scratch'. This technique combines stitching and weaving on a base of gingham fabric which creates a beautiful textured piece that feels modern and nostalgic at the same time! This simple embroidery style could decorate a variety of items such as: scarves, tablecloths, skirts, aprons, decorative pillowcase, or simply pop it in a frame. Your tutor will provide clear and helpful tips throughout the day. Suitable for all skill levels. Approximate cost for all materials $40. Victoria Lowery MA Vis.Art., Grad.Dip.Ed.Sec 65331 Sat., 10am 14 February, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE

VIOLIN 3 For those who have completed WEA Violin Continued (now called Violin 2) or with at least one year of violin playing experience, and up to the end of the violin tutor book All For Strings Book 1 (or equivalent). BYO Violin and text book. Info on receipt. Verity Addams BMus.,DipEd. 66547 Wed., 5.30pm 22 April, 8 wks x 1 hr FEE: $147, disc. $133, conc. $130 WEA CENTRE UKULELE: COME AND TRY  FRINGE For details see page 2. Todd Monaghan JHUI(tcp). Dip. Sound Prod. 66548 Sat., 10am 28 February, 1 sess x 2 hrs FEE: $74, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE PHOTOGRAPHY & FILM DSLR PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS A 7-week 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) held in the 6th and 7th sessions of this 8-session course. BYO DSLR Camera and manual. Please visit our website or contact Enrolments to find out additional optional items required for the class. Elena Pochesneva 67504A Thu., 11am 26 February, 7 wks x 2 hrs + 1 fldtrp x 3 hrs 67504B Mon., 5.30pm 16 March, 7 wks x 2 hrs + 1 fldtrp x 3 hrs FEE: $234, disc. $209, conc. $202 WEA CENTRE PERFORMING ARTS DRAMA INTO PERFORMANCE Ever wanted to try acting? Want to improve your presentation skills for work? Want to gain confidence and meet creative friends? Come and try out some basic skills; have fun and end the course with an optional short performance in front of loved ones to show how far you have come! Turea Blyth Degree in Performing Arts 65504 Sat., 9.30am 18 April, 8 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $218, disc. $197, conc. $191 WEA CENTRE ADV DRAMA INTO PERFORMANCE - MONOLOGUES This is a performance class with a showcase at the end of the 8 weeks. Performing a comedy monologue and a dramatic monologue. Throughout this class learn about character, delivery and performance. Ideally you will have done an acting class before. Turea Blyth Degree in Performing Arts 65505 Sat., 11.45am 18 April, 8 wks x 1.5 hrs (n/s 25/4 & 6/6) FEE: $174, disc. $157, conc. $153 WEA CENTRE MAGIC FOR BEGINNERS FRINGE For details see pages 2 & 3. Ross Williams 65517 Sat., 10am 21 February, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE

BASIC BLUES HARMONICA No music reading skills required. Styles include blues, rock, traditional and country. Harmonicas (only played in the key of C) upto $90 (approx.) to be purchased. If you have a harmonica contact the tutor to check suitability. John Hastwell 66521A Mon., 5.45pm 13 April, 6 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $179, disc. $162, conc. $158 WEA CENTRE SAXOPHONE 1 A grounding in the basics of this popular instrument for beginners through to people with some experience. BYO or hire an alto or tenor saxophone with spare reeds. John Mabarrack MA Music 66526 Sat., 2pm 28 Feb, 6 wks x 2 hrs (n/s 4/4) FEE: $179, disc. $162, conc. $158 WEA CENTRE SINGING FOR BEGINNERS An 8-week course of basic singing technique and voice physiology to help a beginner take care of their voice, to find and begin to develop their voice's range and potential, the basics of tone and singing styles, unlocking high notes and solving common vocal "problems". Lyndon Piddington BMus(Hons) DipEd 66531 Tue., 6pm 3 February, 8 wks x 1.5 hrs 66531A Fri., 10.30am 6 February, 8 wks x 1.5 hrs FEE: $174, disc. $157, conc. $153 WEA CENTRE INTRODUCTION TO BANJO The Banjo is originally an African instrument, versatile and suited to different styles of music. Easy to learn and sounds best, played with a simple fingerpicking technique. Learn about key centres, chord changes and melodies and if you don't read music, well it doesn't matter! BYO Banjo. Text required: Hal Leonard - Banjo Method Book 1 For 5 String Banjo. Book can be purchased from

the tutor on first session. Matthew Newland BA Music

66540 Tue., 7.45pm 24 February, 6 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $179, disc. $162, conc. $158 WEA CENTRE

VIOLIN 2 For those who have completed the beginners course (now called Violin 1) or can competently play D Major scales, read the notes on A and D strings, play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and wish to advance their beginner skills, this course is for you! BYO violin or hire, plus textbook required. Info on receipt. Verity Addams BMus.,DipEd. 66546 Wed., 6.45pm 22 April, 8 wks x 1.25 hrs FEE: $159, disc. $144, conc. $139 WEA CENTRE

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