Community Learning

Bricklaying Basics

Learn about mortar mixes, levelling and setout, brick and blocklaying, and basic footings. All materials provided. Course description This course is designed to give you basic skills and knowledge in bricklaying and blocklaying. It comprises 6 two-hour sessions held over a two week period with classes every Monday , Tuesday and Wednesday evening. It is important that you attend each session to…

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Build, Extend or Renovate?

Join an experienced architect to examine your options: design principles, selection of materials, costs and budgets, building contracts, and rules and regulations. Course description Project v. one-off design Planning and building restrictions Summarising your requirements Site planning principles House planning principles Selection of materials Working drawings, specifications…

Building a Dry Stone Wall

Learn how to build a dry stone wall. Course description getting started on a dry stone wall – materials, methods, preparation, etc selecting stones/rocks cutting and bedding the stones some theory and then practical work on a stone wall What you can hope to achieve basic knowledge to build dry stone walls What to bring/wear gloves appropriate clothing for…

Buying a House

Buy the right house at the right price, and avoid common pitfalls. Includes knowing what to look for, establishing a price, understanding the legal processes, and more. Course description This course covers key aspects of purchasing a house, including knowing what to look for, establishing a price, understanding the legal processes. Opportunity to ask questions on areas of personal interest. What to…

Construct a Deck

With an experienced builder learn about planning, ordering materials and construction techniques including establishing levels and footings. The course is designed to give you the theoretical information, some of the practical skills and the confidence to construct a deck at home. What to bring: pen, pencil and pad a sketch and measurements of the deck you wish to construct your lunch…

DIY Basic Plaster Repair

Get handy hints for stopping up, sanding and finishing plaster ready for painting. Learn how to repair holes and fix cracks. A beginners class for minor jobs around the home. Prerequisites Nil. What to bring Wear closed in boots (blundstones or similar). Your cooperation in following any safety instructions issued by the tutor is appreciated. Tea and coffee is available for a small…

Interior Decorating

Bring your home to life! Maybe even consider a new career path? Starting with principles and elements of design, explore colour, lighting, floor coverings, fabrics, wallpaper and window furnishings. Includes visits to local retailers. What to bring notebook and pen 50c for tea/coffee Important information Children must not accompany adults to this class. Medical condition and…

Paving at Home Made Easy

Learn the basic techniques for small paving jobs around the home. This short course covers: measuring, preparation, materials, laying of pavers and finishing. Course description measuring up basic preparation materials used laying of pavers finishing What students can hope to achieve enough knowledge to do small paving projects What to bring/wear notepad and…

Planning to Build or Buy

Designed for those who are looking at buying land, building or renovating. What to look for and the how to’s of getting a professional service for your project. Includes – what to look for when choosing land or property, building design principles and process for Council approval. Course description covenants and easements: Land Title covenants and easements, Site Survey & Site…

Power Tools for Beginners

Learn how to use a wide range of power tools safely. A practical session. Course description Ever wanted to fix that job yourself at home or in the workplace but lacked the confidence to use the materials required? Stephen Kennedy will demystify the use of power tools and have you drilling, sanding and routering in no time!!! The course will also cover the safe use of these tools, and what…