Talks, lectures, workshops, courses and discussions are offered on a wide variety of subjects. Courses and study groups are also held at Alexander Library and a number of metropolitan venues. Additionally a small fee is usually charged at each meeting to cover the costs of venue hire and refreshments. Member Centres promote skills and knowledge development in an informal, non-competitive and supportive environment. A variety of activities are encouraged through over eighty metropolitan and country community centres for people of all ages.
Most tutors are local volunteers.
5700 Wider Vision Clubs are for people in the community who seek a sharing of knowledge and experience. It is a many faceted idea, one that enables mature age people to learn in a comfortable environment, to listen, to communicate and to socialise . Each week members listen to speakers from all walks of life, on all issues, all with one intent - to inform and stimulate. Issues raised have empowered members with the enthusiasm to research ideas, read new books and join other groups to enrich their lives. Learning Circles Australia 's new kit which responds to a need to promote lifelong learning as a strategy to deal with ageing.