Navigating a Complex World: What is True, Beautiful, and Worth Doing?
In an age of rapid change, uncertainty, and moral complexity, how do we make sense of what really matters? This wide-ranging series of talks explores timeless and timely questions through philosophy, humour, science, literature, and lived experience. From the ethics of everyday life to the beauty of the body, from Jewish humour and Gross National Happiness to cognitive bias and hindsight, each session invites fresh thinking on how we perceive the world and our place in it. Join us as we ask—with Socrates, Blake, and today’s thinkers—what it means to live wisely.
If you are interested in history, politics, philosophy and stimulating, thought provoking discussion of complex issues......... this is the course for you.
Dates: 15 October - 17 December 2025 (every Wednesday morning for 10 weeks).
Each week is a new topic so it doesn't matter if you miss a session.
Refreshments included!
Book in for access to all 10 sessions for $150.
This in-person course will be held at the Cultural Hub, Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf.
Welcome to the Woollahra Philosophy Club where all things of a philosophical nature are considered. Listen and learn, discuss and debate. Hosted by Woollahra Council, in partnership with the Workers’ Educational Association (WEA) Sydney, we invite you to participate. It’s fun, it’s friendly, it’s fulfilling – it’s philosophical!
For more information call Emma on 9391 7112
What do participants say about Philosophy Club?
“The presenters were very knowledgeable on the topic. The course was really interesting, relevant and engaging.”
“This was a great opportunity for me to learn more history & talk to interesting people. Many thanks for a well-planned course that was conducted by excellent people.”
Proudly provided in partnership by Woollahra Municipal Council and The Workers Educational Association Sydney.
Getting here: Parking and public transport are available nearby. There are two disability parking spaces available outside the Council Chambers. There is a public car park located at Cross Street, Double Bay. If you are arriving via UBER or TAXI please request a drop or collection at the Council Chambers.
Events may be photographed, and images used for promotional purposes on Council's website or social media. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify staff before the event.
Paid tickets are not transferable or refundable.
Do not attend the event if you are feeling unwell.If you join a waitlist, we will contact you if a ticket becomes available.