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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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26th June 2026
Placing the Odyssey in the 21st Century
Exploring Odyssey retellings. A panel of Homer scholars share their opinions.
23 July 2026
Australasian Women in Ancient World Studies AGM
AWAWS Annual General Meeting
23rd July 2026
Christopher Nolan's Odyssey
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. A private screening for CANSW and Gaius Gracchus members. With an introductory lecture by Dr. Ben Ferris (University of Sydney).
10th August 2026
Latin & Greek Reading Competition 2026
Latin and Greek Reading Competition
14th August 2026
Teaching Classical Languages Symposium 2026
A biennial forum for language instructors to share practice and pedagogy, and to connect and collaborate on teaching initiatives and successes.
17th September
Todd Lecture 2026
Professor Rebecca Langlands (Exeter University)
Date TBC
Annual Dinner 2026
Guest speaker Professor Arlene Holmes-Henderson

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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