WEA Course Guide - April-July 2026

GARDEN DESIGN BASICS Learn essential skills like site analysis, plant selection, layout principles, and sustainable practices in a relaxed, hands- on environment. Develop your creativity in designing your own outdoor space and gain confidence in crafting your dream garden. Nicki King 67968A Sat., 9.30am 13 June, 2 wks x 3 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE INTRODUCTION TO BEEKEEPING Considering getting into backyard beekeeping? Or have you just bought a hive and want to know the basics? This course covers what you will need to start up, what activities you will need to undertake in caring for your bees and give you a general sense of what to look for when interacting with your hive. Xarchaeceya Jones Cert Biosec.Beekeeping

COMPOST AND WORM FARMS For details see pages 2 & 3.

Peter Wilson AdvCert Urban Hort;CertEd 67969 Sat., 1.30pm 13 June, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $74, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE GROOM & TRIM YOUR DOG Learn what equipment you will need and how to brush them, care for their coats and train them to be groomed without fuss. Also covers general health (ears, nails), common problems, dog psychology and more. Suits all breeds, demonstration by tutor. Frances Patterson 67971B Mon., 6pm 15 June, 6 wks x 1.5 hrs FEE: $149, disc. $135, conc. $131 WEA CENTRE

Walks, Tours, History & Culture

HERITAGE WALKS & TOURS AFGHAN HERBALISTS & CAMELEERS OF SOUTH WEST ADELAIDE Join for a unique talk on the works of the Cameleers and south-west Adelaide's Afghan herbalists. Learn about Australia's oldest, heritage listed Mosque and then make your way to the Afghan section of West Terrace Cemetery, reflecting on the cameleers and herbalists personalities, achievements, and legacy. Pamela Rajkowski OAM 67258 Sat., 9.30am 16 May, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $74, No disc. or conc. LIFE, LOSS AND LEGACY West Terrace Cemetery is more than a resting place - it is a record of Adelaide's evolving society. This guided walk explores Australia's oldest working mainland cemetery, remembering the settlers, reformers and everyday citizens who shaped our beautiful city. Along the way, we'll decode the symbolism carved into headstones, explore diverse religious traditions, and see the first crematorium in the Southern Hemisphere. Moderate level of fitness required. Not suitable for those with mobility impairments. Martina Taeker BA(Hons) Dip.Ed. M.Spec.Ed. 67212 Sun., 10am 26 April, 1 sess x 2.5 hrs FEE: $71, No disc. or conc. WEST TERRACE CEMETERY CRIME AND CONSEQUENCE Wander the quiet paths of West Terrace Cemetery and discover stories of murder, mystery and justice. As we visit the graves of victims, offenders and police, this guided tour uncovers crimes fuelled by envy, greed, rivalry, obsession, and the social tensions of a growing city. Join us for the compelling journey through the darker moments of Adelaide's history. Moderate level of fitness required. Not suitable for those with mobility impairments. Martina Taeker BA(Hons) Dip.Ed. M.Spec.Ed. 67213 Sat., 10am 23 May, 1 sess x 2.5 hrs FEE: $71, No disc. or conc. WEST TERRACE CEMETERY

FROM ADELAIDE TO THE TRENCHES The Australian Imperial Forces section at West Terrace Cemetery is dedicated to men and women who served in the First World War. Ordinary Australians who found themselves in extraordinary circumstances. On this guided walk we remember the soldiers, nurses and mounted units whose experiences ranged from Gallipoli to the Western Front. Among them are Victoria Cross and Red Cross Medal recipients. Light Horsemen and tunnellers - individuals whose stories reveal both the courage and realities of war. Moderate level of fitness required. Not suitable for those with mobility impairments. Graham Parks Aus Army (ret) Mil.Historian 67219 Sat., 10am 2 May, 1 sess x 2.5 hrs FEE: $71, No disc. or conc. WEST TERRACE CEMETERY HISTORICAL WALK WITH BOB THE MURDER MAN Bob the murder man is from Historical Adelaide tours and is a historian with a passion for unravelling the mysteries of Adelaide's darker past. Come and learn about a number of murders in the south- eastern corner in the city of Adelaide. Bob Elliott 67230 Sat., 10am 20 June, 1 sess x 2 hrs FEE: $69, No disc. or conc. MURDER WALK - LIGHT TO HINDMARSH SQUARE Bob the Murder Man will take you on a 2hr journey from Light Square, over the Morphett Street Bridge then along the Torrens River before ending up at Hindmarsh Square. Hear about the many murders which took place along this journey including those of George Duncan, John Neill, Constable John Holman and Elva Stewart. Bob Elliott 67231B Sat., 10am 6 June, 1 sess x 2 hrs FEE: $69, No disc. or conc. Enrol Online Now! wea-sa.com.au

67980A Sat., 9am 9 May, 1 sess x 4 hrs FEE: $86, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE

SIMPLE CAR MAINTENANCE Worried about repair costs? Uncertain of what to look for in a second-hand car? This course covers servicing, diagnosing faults and how your car works. Joseph El-daher Qualified Motor Mechanic 67922A Wed., 5.45pm 3 June, 8 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $218, disc. $197, conc. $191 WEA CENTRE

MOTORCYCLE MAINTENANCE Learn about servicing, tuning, diagnosing common faults, chain and sprocket adjustment and tyre replacement etc. Joseph El-daher Qualified Motor Mechanic 67923A Tue., 5.45pm 23 June, 6 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $174, disc. $157, conc. $153 WEA CENTRE

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