by John Clarke Gundi Tophinke’s German class at the Lyndoch Library received national recognition when it was featured on the SBS television programme Where Are You Really From? Gundi has now retired, and a new teacher is building a new class. Birgit Matwijiw was born in Potsdam, the picturesque and historic city 25 kilometres southwest… Continue reading Meet the New Teacher
Are you looking for an activity which enables your young child/ children to have fun with other children whilst hearing and being exposed to another language? Gives you the opportunity to hear and perhaps learn something about another language and culture? A chance to chat and connect with other families? The Barossa Spielgruppe is a… Continue reading Spielgruppe – Barossa Playgroup for little kids
German Language Study Offers Fun and Opportunity by John Clarke Language study in most countries is seen as a normal part of educational life, but for many years Australians, residents of an English speaking continent (and disregarding Aboriginal languages), have seen it as irrelevant, the domain of impractical scholars. The guest speaker at the last… Continue reading Learning at the School for the German Language – This was August Kaffee und Kuchen
Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake) meetings are held on the last Monday of the month. We meet to listen to a guest speaker, to join in speaking German and to enjoy Kaffee und Kuchen. New members and visitors are always welcome. WHEN: Last Monday of the month, 1pm -3pm WHERE: Langmeil Centre, 5-7 Maria… Continue reading Kaffee und Kuchen August
Gundi Tophinke Hallo, meine Lieben, after a wild odyssey, fighting wind and weather, dangerous animals (ticks), the malevolent Lyme disease and Corona, I finally decided it was time for a holiday and took up an invitation to Leipzig. A very good choice. Leipzig is a city with a relaxing ambience. When you arrive at the… Continue reading Letter from German teacher Gundi
The BGLA is currently supporting German classes in the Barossa. The classes are run by Gundi Tophinke. In all groups, the focus is on conversation and social interactions. Much more than a language class, the groups have become places of friendship and mutual support. If you want to exercise your mind, if you need some relief from the… Continue reading German Adult classes in Term 4 from mid October
For all Barossa families with primary school children: Kinder Klub is our new after school hour German club where kids can have fun in a safe, caring environment and at the same time learn the German language. We can’t wait for the club to finally start in Term 3! Our first session will be on… Continue reading Kinder Klub starting this August