Tutor: Ingrid Gane “Photoshop Elements for Beginners” Tuesday 2 – 4.00pm commencing 12th July 2022 Computer Room Requirements – A basic knowledge of computer skills such as saving files, opening files and the ability to navigate around the computer. The Class will be given assignments to complete and comprehensive notes. The Candidates must also […]
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Late 19th Century Russian Composers
Lecturer: Dr Ken Lynn In mid- to late-19th-century Russia, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and a group of composers known as The Five had differing opinions as to whether Russian classical music should be composed following Western or native practices. Tchaikovsky wanted to write professional compositions of such quality that they would stand up to Western scrutiny […]
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Commences 18 May 2022 Wednesday 1.30 – 3.00 pm Computer Room Tutor: Gail Attard Gail retired for 12 years after 25 years in the public service and although not specifically trained, has an interest and understanding of Apple Mac, iPad and iPhone Attendees are required to bring their own Apple device (Apple Mac, iPad or […]
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Tutor: Carolyn Hamlyn 1 – 3pm Monday Commencing 23rd May 2022 – Computer Room (4 terms – no classes during school holidays) Subject outline: This course is aimed at beginners to learn basic computer skills with a view to increasing self-confidence AND knowledge with use. From basic parts of a computer to internet searches/security needs […]
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Tutor: Carolyn Hamlyn 9.30 – 11am Thursday Commencing 26th May 2022 – Language Room (4 terms – off school holidays) Subject outline: Bonjour! This course is aimed at beginners to learn basic French grammar. Did you know after English, French is the most learned language in the world? Do you want to be a […]
Read moreShakespeare for Groundlings 2022
SHAKESPEARE FOR GROUNDLINGS Susan Roberts MONDAY, 9 May – 20 June 2022 (7 weeks) Margaret Christie Studio 9AM-11AM At the beginning of this session a video of the play will be shown to familiarise members with plot and characters. Then in the following weeks, reading of the play and discussion on content – what does […]
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Tutor: Jim Brownett 6 Weeks commencing 6 May2022 Margaret Christie Studio 9:30 am – 12:00noon Materials list available from Reception
Read moreDigital Revolution
Tutor: Dr Ian Richards 10:00 – 12:00 Tuesday 24 May – 27 September 2022 We are in the midst of the biggest revolution since the Industrial Revolution. The development of digital technology has accelerated since the middle of the last century and continues apace. It seems that everything is now digital. We have progressed from […]
Read moreBeyond the Barcoo/Tropical North/Kangaroo Island
Presenter: Arnold Kopff Title: “Beyond the Barcoo” Genre: Observational documentary with narrationRunning time: 52 minutesFormat: 2.35:1 widescreen aspect ratio; colour; stereo soundtrack Resolution: shot in 4K and transcoded to HD for projection Tagline: Beyond the Barcoo is where the outback really starts This is an exploration of Queensland’s Channel Country and Gulf Savannah. It’s about […]
Read moreMoney doesn’t grow on trees
Money doesn’t grow on trees But where does money come from? Money is such an important part of our lives that it is perhaps surprising that there is such widespread misunderstanding of the monetary system. Money is central to many economic, social and political debates, yet such debates are littered with myths and misinformation. […]
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