About

The chief objective of the CANSW is to promote the development of classical studies in New South Wales at schools, universities, and in the community.

The Association was founded in 1909 and conducts a range of activities, including lectures, social functions, workshops, and a Latin and Greek reading competition for school students.

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19th September
Strong Women of the ancient Mediterranean World
AWAWS event
Wed 7 Oct - Wed 11 Nov 2026
Reading the Odyssey
The Odyssey: An enduring story, a new film, a new translation
19 October
Ithaca beyond the Odyssey
New maritime archaeological research into the Greek island of Ithaca, the famed homeland of Odysseus
13 November 2026
Classics in Prisons
Classicists working in Australian and British prisons
20 November 2026
Annual Dinner 2026
Guest speaker Professor Arlene Holmes-Henderson
November 2026 (various dates)
Mary Beard Talks Classics
Mary Beard discusses her most recent book.
Thu 12 Nov - Thu 10 Dec 2026
Iliad 24 at the WEA
Read Iliad 24 in Greek
18-22 January 2027
Sydney Latin Summer School 2027
The Sydney Latin Summer school returns
27 Jan - 28 Feb 2027
Oedipus!
STC Oedipus. Created by Robert Icke
1st-5th February 2027
ASCS 48
Australasian Society for Classical Studies Conference 2027
1 February 2027
Trendall Lecture 2027
Presented by Emeritus Professor Elizabeth Minchin OAM FAHA
4 February 2027
Antigone & Bacchae Choral Performances
Gaius Gracchus performance
18 March - 11 April 2027
An Iliad
A retelling of the Iliad starring David Wenham

Our membership runs in accordance with the calendar year. Memberships include a free copy of Classicum, access to lectures, social functions, workshops, and regular updates on what is taking place in the contemporary world of classical studies.

Please enquire via enquiries@classics.org.au or fill out the contact form below.

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