Speed Reading and Christmas Connections

This session is dedicated to sharpening your intuitive skills through Tarot Speed Readings. This format is designed to help you connect instantly with the cards and sidestep your conscious mind, so that your intuition comes through and is great for beginner and experienced Tarot readers alike!

The meeting is Christmas themed and we would love it if you could wear something red! (It can be as simple as earrings or nail polish, or as you can come as Christmassy as you like!)

Entry is only $5 plus a plate of supper food to share with your fellow tarot lovers. Please bring cash as we will not be able to take cards.

Join us for a unique and insightful experience at our festive Christmas meeting!

Christmas Get Together

Join us for some fun tarot activities and a Christmas Get Together with like minded people.

This will be our last Tarot event for the year in Melbourne.

$5 per person, regardless of membership status and bring a plate to share. Coffee & tea (and other nibblies) provided.

Merry Christmas Tarot aficionados!

The Mythology of The Hero’s Journey and The 22 Major Arcana

Presented by Ruanna Marie Segal

Explore the timeless narrative of the Hero’s Journey through the lens of the 22 Major Arcana of the Tarot. This presentation weaves together mythology, psychology, and symbolism to reveal how each Arcana card mirrors a stage in the Hero’s transformation. From The Fool’s first step into the unknown to The World’s completion of a spiritual cycle, discover how Tarot serves as a map of personal and universal evolution.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Ignite your Insight – The Power of the Wands

Presented by Lulu Fletcher

Spark your intuition and ignite your passion! This month we dive into the Wands and the element of Fire – the suit of inspiration, drive, creativity and bold spiritual action. Join us as we explore how Wands fuel purpose, power and a little bit of magic. Bring your deck and your inner flame.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Hand Held Secrets

Presented by Tracey Overton-Murphy

A Brief overview of Palmistry and the secrets of our hands , our hand shape and fingers and the association with Astrology and the Tarot.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Bridging the Celestial and the Symbolic through Astrology and the Tarot

Presented by Lulu Fletcher

As above, so below! In this captivating session, we’ll bridge the worlds of Astrology and Tarot—two powerful systems of insight that were made to work together. Learn how planetary influences and zodiac archetypes are hidden in plain sight within the cards, and how to use astrological correspondences to give richer, more layered readings. Ideal for those curious about integrating the stars into their spreads. You don’t need to be an astrologer to benefitt, just bring your curiosity and a willingness to see your cards in a whole new light.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

The Deadly Apothecary Oracle. Working with plant magick to discover your medicine.

Presented by Priestess Moon

• Journey with your shadow self

• Poisonous plants contain powerful medicines that heal and restore.

• Each priestess represents a plant

• Each plant has a message for you

• Strong emotions can also heal and cure

• Work with the devas of the plants on an energetic level

• The poison and the antidote are both important

• Which plant do you resonate with the most?

• This deck as an apothecary: while the cures may take work, the results will be worth it.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

The Nature of Change

Presented by Maria Capone

In this experiential presentation we will identify layers of The Wheel of Fortune, as a major arcana representing the big changes in life, we are reminded to be adaptable and go with the natural flow of life. Change brings opportunities for growth, renewal and transformation. Embracing this cycle teaches us to trust the knowledge and life lessons we have experienced. We will look at probabilities and ask questions that will support and offer clarity as part of our journey into the future.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Learning to read the Symbolism in the Tarot

Presented by Thais Brown

We will explore the Symbology embedded within the Waite Colman Smith deck to assist with the interpretation and application of those symbols within a reading.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Click here to register for the live stream via ZOOM

Unlocking Numerology in the Tarot

Presented by Lulu Fletcher

Numbers don’t lie—and neither do the cards. Join us for a dynamic session exploring the numerology embedded within the Tarot. From Aces to Tens and beyond, we’ll reveal how numbers provide structure, story, and spiritual significance in every reading. Learn how to read the numbers on your cards not just as quantities, but as powerful metaphors for cycles, progression, and potential.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

The making of the Derepas Tarot

Presented by Jody Quackenbush

The yet to be released Derepas Tarot has card imagery informed from 20 yrs of art making from Western Australian multi disciplinary artist Jody Quackenbush . In the talk she will explore the process of creating the cards with examples of her original design development.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Coffee & Cards

The next coffee & cards event will be in September. Due to a clash of dates with the Sydney Conference of the Tarot Guild of Australia, there will be no August catch up. Join us for an informal Tarot study session at Barkers Foodstore & Eatery, 231/233 Park Street, South Melbourne on the 2nd Saturday in September (one off change). RSVP via meetup by Wednesday prior for booking purposes, or email: membership@tarotguild.org,au

Favomancy - The Art of Bean Divination

Presented by Paris DeBono

Bring a new flavour to your readings by adding Favomancy, an ancient and fun method of fortune telling, to your Tarot readings. Bean divination, also known as Favomancy, is an ancient method of fortune telling that uses dried beans, seeds, or stones to receive messages from the spirit world or your own subconscious. Paris will introduce us to this ancient divination method and do some readings so we can learn how the beans work in practice!

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members.

Focus on self-enquiry using the Minor Arcana

With Karen Gill

Tarot is like our internal mirror, our subconscious mind leaning out to guide and direct us in the best possible way.  I find it’s best used as a self-reflective, self-awareness tool, something that can empower us to bring a better understanding of who and where we are in our daily energetic life.

Pay cash or card at the door, or regsiter for the Zoom live stream.

Unlock the Elemental Magic of Tarot

Presented by Lulu Fletcher

Unlock the elemental magic of Tarot! In this illuminating session with the Tarot Guild of Australia (QLD Branch), we’ll explore the classical elements—Earth, Air, Fire, and Water—and how they infuse each suit of the Tarot with energy, symbolism, and hidden timing cues. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned reader, you’ll gain fresh insights into interpreting elemental qualities and using them to determine not just what is happening—but when. Readers looking to add depth, clarity, and confidence to their predictive readings or gain a deeper understanding about the elements this is for you.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Tarot Guild of Australia Sydney Conference

The Symbolic Gateway to the Tarot

16^th August 2025

9.00am - 6.00pm

·      Four Professional Presentations

·      Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided

·      Celebrate the 20^th year birthday of the TGA in Sydney.

·      Tarot cards for sale. 

How viewing when pairing the 22 Major Arcana Cards offers a deeper insight into their meaning.

Presented by Jo Watkins

This workshop is designed to delve deeper into the meanings of the Major Arcana cards, using the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot deck. It uses a pairing technique to aid insight into the duplicate or similar symbols in each card's artwork.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

A Tarot Sharing Circle

Presented by Lulu Fletcher

An experiential afternoon of sharing - What to bring: Your cards, an open heart and a curious mind. Whether you are just starting or have been playing with cards for decades, you are warmly invited to come play with some decks, share your tarot stories, enjoy some afternoon tea and meet some like minded souls who love the cards as much as you do.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Coffee & Cards

Join us for an informal Tarot study session at Barkers Foodstore & Eatery, 231/233 Park Street, South Melbourne on the 3rd Saturday of every month. No cost for attendance, although everyone pays for their own food & beverages.

Bring your Rider/Waite/Smith deck.

We look forward to seeing you.

RSVP via messenger by Wednesday prior for booking purposes, or email: membership@tarotguild.org.au

The 10 of Swords

Presented by Nichola Snook-Shelton

We will look at the history and the meanings of the 10 of Swords. A card that may often be misunderstood.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Sliding Doors Through The Tarot

Presented by Penny Walters

It is in retrospect that we can see the sliding doors moments of our lives. If we’d made a different decision or took a different action, our lives may have played out very differently. But our lives have played out exactly how they should have, and tarot can help us understand the gifts and lessons of the path we’ve taken.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Click here to register for the live stream via ZOOM

Navigating Life's Journey: Mastering the Gareth Knight 21-Card Spiral Tarot Spread

Presented by Di Day

Gareth Knight is a renowned author and tarot expert recognised for his contributions to the field of tarot and esoteric wisdom. His 21-card spiral spread is a unique tarot layout designed to explore personal growth and self-discovery. This spread facilitates deep insight by representing various stages of an individual's journey, emphasising the cyclical nature of life. Each card in the spiral connects with different aspects of the querent’s experience, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of their path, challenges, and opportunities for transformation. Knight's approach encourages a holistic understanding of one's life narrative through tarot.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Click here to register for the live stream via ZOOM

Show and Share your Favourite Tarot Spreads

Presented by Lulu Fletcher

This month we are diving into a show and share of our favourite spreads and layouts. A great opportunity to explore different styles, discover new techniques and add a few fresh tools into your tarot toolkit.

(Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members)

Coffee & Cards

3rd Saturday of the month

11.00am - 1.00pm

Join us for an informal Tarot study session at Barkers Foodstore & Eatery, 231/233 Park Street, South Melbourne on the 3rd Saturday of every month. No cost for attendance, although everyone pays for their own food & beverages.

Bring your Rider/Waite/Smith deck.

We look forward to seeing you.

RSVP via messenger by Wednesday 18th June for booking purposes, or email: membership@tarotguild.org.au

Ascended Masters & Tarot

Presented by Angela Burchardt

Messages from the Ascended Masters may be interpreted through the Aura-Soma Colour Therapy Tarot system.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Tarot and Major Astrological Transits

Presented by Georgina Sierra

A few major astrological changes are happening in 2025. Pluto started the trend last year, and now all outer planets are changing signs. Neptune and Saturn move into Aries, beginning a new 2000-year-plus cycle. Uranus and Jupiter also change signs. This workshop explores these transits and how we can develop spreads that give us and our clients deeper insights.

(Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members)

Click here to register for the live stream via ZOOM

Signifier Card Spreads and recurring numbers in Tarot

Presented by Pauline Bourke

Signifier card spreads and a dive into the significance of recurring numbers in Tarot. Bring a notepad and your Rider/Waite/Smith deck for an interesting afternoon examining signifier cards and numerology in Tarot.

(Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members)

Click here to register for the live stream via ZOOM

An Interview with your Deck

Presented by Trenna

A fun, insightful Tarot presentation designed to help you build a deeper connection with your cards. Learn how to “interview” your Tarot deck by asking simple questions that reveal its personality, how it sees you, how it wants to work with you, its strengths and its limitations. Perfect for beginners or seasoned readers, this session offers a playful way to bond with your deck and boost your intuitive confidence and deepen your connection.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members

Register for the livestream on ZOOM

Coffee and Cards

3rd Saturday of the month

11.00am - 1.00pm

Join us for an informal Tarot study session at Barkers Foodstore & Eatery, 231/233 Park Street, South Melbourne on the 3rd Saturday of every month. No cost for attendance, although everyone pays for their own food & beverages.

Easy parking or catch the 96 tram to St Kilda from Southern Cross Station and jump off at stop 127 (South Melbourne). Cafe is an easy 2 block walk from tram stop.

Bring your Rider/Waite/Smith deck.

We look forward to seeing you.

RSVP via messenger by Wednesday 14th May for booking purposes, or email: membership@tarotguild.org.au

Stargazing with Barbie

Presented by Barbie Davidson

The Tarot’s Star card has displayed a wide range of images over the years. It has illustrated astrologers following the Star of Bethlehem, Egyptian myths of Sirius rising, the 8th sphere of Ptolemy & stargazers of all kinds.

Pay cash or card at the door: Free for Professional Members, $10 for Interest members, $20 for non-members