BYRON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Create your future
TERM 3 COURSE PROGRAM July - September 2022
www.byroncollege.org.au
ENROLMENTS & GENERAL INFORMATION
How to Enrol
CONTENTS Permaculture
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Full Qualifications 8 Business 9 Computers 11 Writing 12 Cooking 13 Music, Performance & Dance
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Photography 16
BY PHONE Pay over the phone using a credit card by ringing 02 6684 3374.
ONLINE Visit www.byroncollege.org.au
Handcrafts 17 Drawing & Painting
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Sustainable Living
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IN PERSON
Languages 27
Visit the College campus office
Wellbeing 28
Byron Bay: Lvl 1, 107 Jonson St (opposite Woolworths) Weekdays 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sourdough Business Pathways 31
REFUND POLICY Please choose your course carefully as REFUNDS WILL NOT BE GIVEN unless cancellations are received three full working days prior to course commencement, and will incur a $15 administration charge. Byron Community College reserves the right to cancel or change details advertised and cannot take responsibility for any loss or inconvenience caused. Byron Community College receives funding from the NSW Department of Industry. Byron Region Community College Inc. RTO: 90013 Front cover image: Virginia Reid
@byroncollege facebook/byroncollege We would like to acknowledge the Arakwal People of the Bundjalung Nation who are the Traditional Custodians of this land which we live, work and stand on. Arakwal People retain a strong connection to Country: actively caring for flora and fauna and land and waters. We ask that you respect and help look after Country and Culture. We also acknowledge and pay our respect to Elders both past and present, and the extended Aboriginal community.
F eel in g Like an Ou t si d e r i s M o r e Common Than W e T hi n k At the last official count, over 7 million Australians aged 15-74 didn’t have the literacy skills needed for everyday life and nearly 9 million struggled in the same way with numeracy.* This carries a whole-of-life impact many of us can barely imagine. From not being able to manage daily tasks like shopping, to struggling with huge life steps like getting work, a house or even medical treatment, limited literacy and numeracy breaks a bond with society and limits our ability to participate, feel safe and thrive. Rightly labelled as a crisis, adult education providers have stepped in to close the divide and serve those who need both literacy and numeracy skills while simultaneously providing training pathways to employment and careers. Foundation Skills in the VET System (FSK) was first released in 2013 and is specifically designed to connect people to the learning and working journey. In this context, foundation skills refer to literacy, numeracy, language and technology, which are needed to successfully engage in education and succeed in the workplace. Merged into vocational training, FSKs are an inclusive, seamless solution that bridges gaps, fills our students with the skills to embrace change and flourish in their new opportunity in multidimensional ways. We know that learning is not always linear, often interrupted and, for a whole range of reasons, can be missed all together. That’s why adult education must teach through the lens that learning is a lifelong journey and everyone begins at very different stages with a very different pre-existing skill set. Understanding how to overcome barriers to learning is as critical as understanding the course material because it’s the barriers that can lead to drop out, disengagement, overwhelm or not feeling empowered enough to take the first step to learning at all. At Bryon Community College, we see the gaps and reach in to fill them so that everyone has the opportunity to learn. We hope to see you soon. Krista Fuller - Marketing Assistant *Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies, Australia, 20112012, Australian Bureau of Statistics (2013).
We still have some funding available for flood affected residents thanks to the Northern Rivers Flood Relief Fund. Use promo code 50FLOOD at the checkout when enrolling online for a 50% DISCOUNT. Available off the full fee on all general courses, until funding runs out.
Stud y loca lly and t a k e y our c a r e e r to th e next l ev el Nationally Recognised Training Byron Regional Community College - RTO ID 90013 - is a Registered Training Organisation approved to deliver Nationally Recognised Training. With over 29 years’ experience in the training industry, we are recognised for the diversity of courses on offer and our commitment to providing high quality, hands-on learning experiences.
Fe e - f re e tr ai n i n g av ai l a b le Did you know many of our courses are subsidised by the NSW Government and in some cases brings the cost of your course down to $0? We currently offer two different types of subsidised training.
Sma rt & Sk i lled Provides heavily subsidised training courses for young people, job seekers and school leavers to gain skills in Australia’s growing industries. Smart and Skilled qualifications are subsidised by the NSW Government. Many of our full qualifications have full or part fee subsidies available for NSW residents.
ACE P ro gr am NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING
Is designed to target Disadvantaged Students across NSW, and students in Regional and Remote Communities in NSW who experience significant barriers to training and employment. Promoting social inclusion, these fully subsidised courses are a great way to connect with the local community.
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Ar e y ou e l i gi b le? To be eligible for a subsidised place, you must fit all the following criteria: • An Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen, permanent resident or humanitarian visa holder • Aged 15 years or older • Not at school (excluding home schooled students) • Living or working in NSW Applications for subsidised places are limited so a place cannot be guaranteed. Please speak to our friendly staff for more details on 02 6684 3374.
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Our full qualifications are Centrelink approved and you may be eligible for Austudy. *This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
MASSAGE CLINIC - BYRON CAMPUS Our Certificate IV in Massage Therapy students are running a supervised student massage clinic as part of their professional training. You are warmly invited to come and experience a student massage at our Byron campus, all you have to do is turn up, relax and let our students help soothe your aches and pains. Book your massage today! Tuesdays, 19 Jul – 20 Sep Cost: $25 per person for a one hour session Bookings essential through our website www.byroncollege.org.au
HLTAID009 - PROVIDE CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION Fri, 15 July | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Byron or Sat, 13 Aug | 10 am - 1 pm Byron or Fri, 23 Sep | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Byron or Mon, 17 Oct | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $71 Full fee: $79
HLTAID012 - PROVIDE FIRST AID IN AN EDUCATION & CARE SETTING Fri, 15 July | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Byron or Sat, 13 Aug | 10 am - 1 pm Byron or Fri, 23 Sep | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Byron or Mon, 17 Oct | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Mullum Concession: $162 Full Fee: $190
HLTAID011 - PROVIDE FIRST AID Fri, 15 July | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Byron or Sat, 13 Aug | 10 am - 1 pm Byron or Fri, 23 Sep | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Byron or Mon, 17 Oct | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Mullum Concession: $126 Full fee: $160
NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING
These first aid courses are run by International Paramedic College (RTO: 45284) who will issue successful participants with a Statement of Attainment.
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Byron Centre For Permaculture offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in sustainable living in the Byron Shire, the green heart of the North Coast. We offer short courses in areas such as Permaculture Design Course (PDC), Food Production, Bamboo Basics, Native Bee Keeping and more. For those who want to delve deeper, we offer longer courses like our highly popular Certificate III or Certificate IV in Permaculture, or for those seeking employment in the horticulture field, Certificate III in Horticulture. Our courses are embedded in local permaculture projects, ensuring hands-on, real-world experience preparing participants for opportunities in permaculture, sustainability education and ecological farming. Make like-minded friends as you get the practical experience and confidence you need to create an ethical livelihood and transition your life and the lives of others towards a better future. We have a purpose designed 1-acre permaculture site, located at the Mullumbimby Community Gardens, where students are able to gain hands-on experience in a permaculture environment.
Plan ahead and register your interest to study in 2023 We are currently taking expressions of interest for the following courses. Be among the first to be notified when new dates are released. Call 02 6684 3374 for more details or visit www.byroncollege.org.au
AHC33816 CERTIFICATE III IN PERMACULTURE So you’ve heard a bit about permaculture and keen to know more? Make like-minded friends in this highly practical course as you develop the skills to help make lives, homes and communities more sustainable. Be inspired by natural ecosystems, holistic philosophy, integrating organic farming, animal systems, natural building, food preservation, systems thinking, community development and more.
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AHC42116 CERTIFICATE IV IN PERMACULTURE
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Want to grow your permaculture know-how in the green heart of Northern NSW? Immerse yourself in sustainable living and organic farming practices as you learn about soil improvement, planning and implementing permaculture works, harvest and storage systems, seed bank management, approaches to sustainable community, bioregional development programs and more. Guided by our highly skilled, industry current trainers, expand your personal and professional skills, acquiring the resilience to adapt to a rapidly changing world.
AHC30716 CERTIFICATE III IN HORTICULTURE Have a passion for plants, getting your hands dirty and the outdoor lifestyle? If the answer is yes, then a career in horticulture could be for you. This nationally recognised training will give you the skills required to enter this growing and thriving industry. Once completed you will have the opportunity to work in nurseries, parks, gardens and sports fields in a variety of roles.
PERMACULTURE DESIGN COURSE (PDC) with James Nash, Bunya Halasz, Sharon Gibson, Joey Venables and Dani Wolff Learn how to design, build and maintain abundantly productive food gardens and human settlements with a deep reverence for nature’s patterns and cycles. This Modular Permaculture Design Course is run over 14 days and is designed for flexible learning. There is a strong focus upon practical activities including successional agroforestry, vegetable gardening, seed saving, plant propagation, animal care, composting and more. 14 Sessions, 26 Aug - 27 Nov | 9 am - 5 pm Various locations Concession: $1,350 Full Fee: $1,500
PERMACULTURE TEACHER TRAINING with Sarah Boulle & Greta Carroll NEW Want to inspire others to learn about permaculture? Join us for a seven-
day intensive teacher training course that’s been designed to empower you to become an effective and creative permaculture teacher. During this course, we will cover a sequence of steps to help you learn how to communicate clearly and confidently teaching permaculture to others. Suitable for people of all abilities, the skills are also transferable for teaching/facilitating in other disciplines. We look forward to training the next generation of permaculture practitioners. 7 Sessions, 24 - 30 Sep | 8:30 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $900 Full Fee: $1,000
BACKYARD FOOD PRODUCTION with Angela Skehan Growing your own herbs, fruit and vegetables can be a rewarding and exciting experience. During the course, we will follow the seasons of a north coast vegetable garden. Growing, maintaining, harvesting, fertilising and sowing with the seasons at the local Mullumbimby Community Gardens. A mixture of theory and practical make this course an exciting journey into the world of organic gardening. This course can help you get the most out of your space, so come along, have some fun and get your hands dirty. 8 Wed, 27 Jul - 14 Sep | 9.30 am – 3.30 pm Mullum | Full Fee: $250 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $80 for all enrolments)
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BUILDING HEALTHY SOILS with Angela Skehan A next level course for those seeking more strategies to enhance and protect the soil environment whilst improving their harvests, reducing inputs and relieving pest and disease pressure. With an emphasis on the soil food web, this course will delve into the microscopic world of the soil and how we can manage the soil system whilst enhancing organic food production and care for our environment. 8 Tue 26 Jul - 13 Sep | 9.30 am – 3.30 pm Mullum | Full Fee: $250 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $80 for all enrolments)
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N a t i o n a l l y R ecognised Tra i nin g Plan ahead and register your interest to study in 2023 We are currently taking expressions of interest for the following courses. Be among the first to be notified when new dates are released. Call 02 6684 3374 for more details or visit www.byroncollege.org.au
CHC33015 - CERTIFICATE III IN INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT (AGEING / DISABILITY) Want to make a real difference in the lives of the ageing and those living with a disability? A career in Individual Support can mean working within a secure and flexible employment environment. With an increasing ageing population and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), there is no better time to get involved and learn how you can support people in your community. This nationally recognised course includes work placement, where you practice and hone your skills and knowledge in the sector of your choosing. You can specialise in aged care or disability, or increase your job opportunities and do both!
HLT42015 CERTIFICATE IV IN MASSAGE THERAPY Passionate about helping others? Interested in how the body works? A career in massage can be incredibly rewarding and provide you with a flexible work/ life balance. During this nationally recognised training you will receive a wealth of theoretical knowledge covering anatomy, physiology, communication, and business skills. You will also gain invaluable practical experience in therapeutic massage techniques through our in-house student massage clinic. Upon course completion you will be ready to start your career as a massage therapist in a wide range of settings such as a private massage practice, spa/salon, sports or aged care facility.
NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING
CHC42015 - CERTIFICATE IV IN COMMUNITY SERVICES
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Have you always wanted to make a difference and have a positive impact on others? A career in community services can be challenging at times, but also incredibly rewarding and provide you with the opportunity to support communities, groups and individuals in a wide range of settings. Guided by our highly skilled industry current trainers, you will develop the personal and professional skills required to start your career as a community services worker. This nationally recognised course includes work placement.
WEBDESIGN WITH WORDPRESS with Gerold Mayr Using the most popular online platform to create and maintain a website, you will learn to understand webdesign foundations, how to build, maintain and expand a website, as well as basics in Search Engine Optimisation, Marketing and Social Media. Basic computer knowledge required. 6 Sat, 23 Jul - 27 Aug 9:30 am - 1 pm Byron Concession: $292 Full Fee: $325 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
WEB DESIGN LEVEL 2 with Gerold Mayr Build on, expand and refine your knowledge and take your website to the next level. In this course, we will be working with Plugins, explore Themes, personalise with CSS Code, site security, as well as steps to Migrate your website from one webhost to another. Prerequisite – students must have completed Webdesign Level 1 or have basic website experience. 4 Sat, 3 - 24 Sep 9:30 am - 2 pm Byron Concession: $245 Full Fee: $272 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
POWER PINTEREST with Louise Sommer If you want to sell your products or services online then Pinterest is a must! And Pinterest is easy! Pinterest consumers want to buy, and they want to be inspired to buy. In other words, you simply cannot afford to miss out on this powerful and user-friendly media platform. 2 Sun, 7 - 14 Aug 10 am - 12 pm Online Concession: $112 Full Fee: $125 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
CANVA FOR BUSINESS with Kylie Mowbray-Allen If you’re a business owner or manage the marketing for a business, then this course will help you get on brand, connect you to your ideal audience, and have you understanding the Canva platform so you can create better graphics. Ideal for beginners to Canva or those with some experience, we’ll have you setting up your brand kit, creating your own style guide, templates and even a video! 2 Tue & Thu, 9 - 18 Aug | 3 - 5 pm Online Concession: $122 Full Fee: $136 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
MARKET YOUR ART with Jenelle De Souza Join this innovative brand and marketing workshop to learn the foundations you need to promote your art business. Create your own brand identity, including defining your logo, brand purpose, audience and strategy. Tue 16, Thu 18, Tue 23 Aug 7:30 - 9:30 pm Online Concession: $108 Full Fee: $120 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
THE ART MARKETING
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with Louise Sommer Marketing your blog is quite different to the usual online marketing routines; the possibilities and the creative potential are much bigger. This workshop will teach you everything you need to know to navigate the landscape of blog marketing and see the unique marketing potential in your own blog. You will get to work on your own blog marketing and map out a blog marketing plan for yourself. 2 Sun, 21 - 28 Aug 10 am - 12 pm Online Concession: $112 Full Fee: $125 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
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SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
with Julie Hamilton
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest or Snapchat? Find out how to choose the best social media platforms for your personal and business needs. Whether you’re starting your own business or working for a brand, social media marketing is crucial in today’s business landscape. 3 Fri, 26 Aug - 9 Sep 9 am - 1 pm Online Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
MAKE MONEY FOR ONLINE
WRITING
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with Julie Hamilton
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There’s so many opportunities to make money as a freelance writer for online and social media. Learn the fundamentals of writing for online and social media, how to create great story ideas, construct compelling articles with killer headlines, pitch stories and how much you should ask for your work. Suitable for people with little experience and knowledge about writing online, and people already working professionally as a writer. 2 Sat, 27 Aug - 3 Sep 10 am - 1 pm Online Concession: $122 Full Fee: $135 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
VLOGGING FOR BEGINNERS with Julie Hamilton Want to promote your company, brand, or simply get your views across, then learn how to get your Vlog on! In this short course you will learn the basics of vlogging and how to promote your vlog online. Vlogging is one of the most effective ways to reach a big audience. It’s an excellent marketing tool and can take your personal brand to a whole new level. It’s simple, cheap and easy to do - when you know how. 2 Tue, 6 - 13 Sep | 5 - 8 pm Online Concession: $122 Full Fee: $135 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
“The content was highly relevant, clear, comprehensive, easy to understand and presented in an engaging and entertaining way. The presenter offered helpful tips for each participant and was extremely informed, professional and personable.” Wendy - Social Media Marketing
TECH SAVVY SENIORS with Wendy Bithell Ideal for seniors over 60 with little or no computer skills, this hands-on, gently paced course will teach you the basic skills required to use your computer, smartphone or tablet. We will cover basic word processing skills, managing your files and folders, surfing the internet and more. So, whether you are volunteering for a group, researching family history, helping grandchildren with school work, or chatting with family and friends far away, this course can get you started. Tech Savvy Seniors is an initiative of the NSW Ageing Strategy and is funded through a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra. Not suitable for Mac users. 6 Wed, 17 Aug - 21 Sep 9 am - 12 pm Byron Concession: $25 Full Fee: $25
INTERNET SECURITY 101 with Gerold Mayr A course in basic safety around email, payments, log-in details, websites, Social Media. This workshop will teach awareness and essential principals on how to stay secure when using the Internet. Basic computer knowledge required. Tue, 6 Sep | 2 - 6 pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99
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Writing FIRST WORDS ADVANCED with Barbara Nathan If you enjoy writing and would like to explore it further in a supportive and creative environment where ideas flourish, join us. Whether you want to develop the process of short story writing, or larger projects, this course will be invaluable. Together we will delve into technique and theory, while learning how to develop our stories. We will use constructive feedback, understand the role of the inner critic and touch on research toward publication. 6 Wed, 3 Aug - 7 Sep 1:30 - 4:30 pm Byron Concession: $246 Full Fee: $273
WRITING FOR WELLBEING with Annie Barrett
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Whether you have never written before or want to deepen your writing practice, come and discover your writing voice, the hidden gems in your writing and enhance your wellbeing and connection to life. Annie is passionate about creative writing and an experienced counsellor and group facilitator. She will guides you with simple creative writing exercises to play with words and explore your creativity. Sun, 21 Aug | 10 am - 3 pm Byron Concession: $88 Full Fee: $98
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BLOGGING BOOTCAMP with Louise Sommer Let’s take your blog to the next level! Learn how to create and run an international, professional and captivating blog that impresses. Join professional blogger, writer and art designer, Louise Sommer, and learn the ropes of creating a great blog; from the visual design to writing, the content, structure, branding and getting the word out! 3 Sat, 6 - 20 Aug 10 am - 12:30 pm Online Concession: $144 Full Fee *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
“Annie was wonderful full of compassion, information and encouragement. The time went too quickly.” Wendy - Writing for Wellbeing
Cooking SUSHI FOR BEGINNERS with Keita Kujiura Learn to roll sushi at home like a professional with Keita who has 15 years of experience working in Japan and his new home Australia. In this course you will learn the basics such as how to make sushi rice, hosomaki roll, insideout roll and hand rolls with Salmon and Veggies. Take your new skills home to enjoy with family and friends. Mon, 15 Aug | 10 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $125 Full Fee: $139
VEGAN NUT CHEESES AND MILK with Arianne Schreiber Creating yummy, tasty cheese without dairy is easier than you think! Learn to make a spreadable cheese, a bechamel cheesy pasta sauce, parmesan and a feta style cheese as well as almond mylk, and almond flour. Discover how to add different flavours to your cheeses using cashews, walnuts, almonds, macadamias, Brazil nuts and seeds. We will sample what we make during the day and you’ll get to take home some goodies too. Sun, 28 Aug | 2 - 5 pm Billinudgel Concession: $107 Full Fee: $119
VEGAN TRANSITION with Arianne Schreiber
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Have you thought about becoming vegan but don’t know what to eat? Learn how to make the transition to becoming vegan easy as you learn all about new ingredients, some of which you have never heard of, and easy delicious veganised meals from your ‘traditional’ favorites. Sun, 11 Sep | 2 - 5 pm Billinudgel Concession: $147 Full Fee: $163
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Mus ic ,Pe r f orm an ce & D a nce GUITAR FOR BEGINNERS with Karl Farren If you’re one of the millions who bought a guitar, learned three chords (or less), got frustrated, and hasn’t picked up the guitar since, this class is for you! This is a fresh start, a chance to get over those ‘beginner’s blues’ and actually get to play stuff and enjoy it. So dust off your guitar, bring it along and join in. But be warned, you may well find you’ll acquire a lifelong addiction to playing your guitar. Additional materials $10. 6 Tue, 26 Jul - 30 Aug | 7 - pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184
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GUITAR 2 - UNLOCKING YOUR GUITAR with Karl Farren
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This course will suit you if you are a reasonably confident beginner rather than a novice; can already play through some songs; or have already completed Karl’s Beginner’s course. What happens for a lot of us is we get to the stage of being able to play a few songs, but then get a bit stuck, and don’t know where to go next. What can easily happen then is that we get bored playing the same old things and not progressing. Karl has a bunch of cool things to show you that will enable you to break through that. Additional materials $10. 6 Wed, 27 Jul - 31 Aug | 7 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184
GUITAR 3 - BREAKING THROUGH with Karl Farren In this course, we will be ‘breaking through’ and bridging the gap from confident intermediate player to competent musician. If you’re bored with your guitar playing, this course is for you! This course is designed for the intermediate player who wants to advance. To benefit fully from this course you will need to be able to play confidently both open position and barre chords. Additional materials $10. 6 Thu, 28 Jul - 1 Sep | 7 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184
SANSKRIT FOR MANTRA CHANTING with Mico Sundari Are you interested in learning about the sacred power of sound and vibration, known as “nada” in Sanskrit? Whether you are new to Sanskrit or a long-time lover or teacher of kirtan, meditation, chanting or yoga, come and combine the benefits of mantra meditation with ongoing spiritual and vocal practice. 8 Mon, 1 Aug - 19 Sep | 5 - 7 pm Mullum Concession: $216 Full Fee: $240
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“Really enjoyed this course. Karl provides great resources that make sure you can get the most of the lessons. His love for music and how to make it really shine through. Thanks so much Karl” Anne Maree - Guitar
GUITAR IMPROVISATION AND CHORD EXTENSIONS FOR THE 12 BAR BLUES with Kristan Burnnand Time to unpack and explore the language of the Blues! We will cover practical uses and applications for guitarists through both major and minor tonalities of the Blues using a range of useful scales that incorporate improvising elements featured in Jazz. Acoustic finger picking from Folk to Mississippi Delta and Chicago Blues will also be covered. Suitable for intermediate to advanced players for both acoustic and electric guitars. This is a practical, hands-on workshop. 3 Tue, 6 - 20 Sep | 7 - 9 pm Byron Concession: $104 Full Fee: $116
AFRO-CUBAN PERCUSSION with Michele Salaris Find your fire with the ancient drums and rhythm patterns of traditional AfroCuban Percussion (aka Salsa/Rumba). Immerse yourself in a whole new world, discovering the traditions behind the instruments and learning how to play each rhythm in time in this introductory course. 8 Mon, 1 Aug - 19 Sep 6 - 7:30 pm Mullum Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178
CAGED CHORDS FOR GUITAR with Kristan Burnnand
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Unlock the potential of your guitar with CAGED – a system designed to help you map and recall chords from all over the neck. Join this new guitar workshop to discover exciting new chord voicings and simple shapes used by the legends. Ideal for intermediate guitarists and suits both electric and acoustic players. 3 Wed, 7 - 21 Sep | 7 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $104 Full Fee: $116
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Photogr aphy PHOTOGRAPHY - YOUR PERSONAL VISION with Michelle Eabry
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This six-week course is designed for any photographer with a passion to go deeper in their practice and improve their skills of effective image making. Students will be encouraged to explore various photographic styles to help define their unique visual path, with a goal to recognise their individual vision and find their voice when it comes to taking photos. Students with all levels of experience are welcome. 6 Wed, 10 Aug - 14 Sep 6 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $249 Full Fee: $277
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SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY FOR SOCIAL MEDIA with Nelly le Comte Want to take better photos with your smart phone for social media? Join us as we cover composition, light and background backdrops, using the camera app on your phone. We will also look at post production to enhance and bring out the best in your images. Mon, 15 Aug | 10 am - 4 pm Byron Concession: $122 Full Fee: $136
INTRODUCTION TO FLORISTRY with Leena Martens Gain hands on experience with practical lessons in flower arranging, hand tied bouquets, wiring fresh blooms, gift wrapping and bow construction. Learn how to prepare, care for and store flowers, botanical names, suitable designs for special occasions and more. Each week you will learn a new design, which once completed, is yours to take home. 4 Fri, 22 Jul – 12 Aug 9:30 am – 2:30 pm Mullum Full Fee: $400 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $210 for all enrolments)
FLORISTRY INTERMEDIATE with Leena Martens Create a different floral design each week, ranging from professionally wired flower crowns to stunning modern bouquets and unique statement arrangements, all of which are yours to take home and enjoy. This course is suitable for students who have completed Introduction to Floristry or those who have basic floral experience. 4 Fri, 26 Aug – 16 Sep 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Mullum Full Fee: $400 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $270 for all enrolments)
CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS with Stefanie Kwiatkista Use basic crochet stitches and different textured yarns to create a beautiful scarf and another simple garment to take home. Crochet is meditative, relaxing and lots of fun. When you get hooked you can’t stop. 2 Sat, 6 - 13 Aug 10 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $117 Full Fee: $130
CROCHET LEVEL 2 with Stefanie Kwiatkista Make and finish a garment of your choice! If you already have some basic crochet knowledge under your belt, come and join me in learning to read and follow patterns all the way through to completing a new item for your wardrobe. We look forward to getting you hooked :-). 2 Sat, 20 - 27 Aug 10 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $117 Full Fee: $130
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Handcrafts
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HAND BUILDING CERAMICS INTRODUCTION with Lauren Siemonsma Ochre’s Hand Building workshop is a beautiful ‘entree’ into the world of clay. Come and sip tea and coffee while being guided through all the basics of hand building in our beautiful lightfilled studio. You will learn how to make a pinch pot, coil, slab build, attach handles, legs, etc...even how to glaze and decorate your beautiful pieces. 4 Wed, 10 - 31 Aug 10 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $359 Full Fee: $399
SEWING FOR BEGINNERS with Annie Martin For the complete beginner to gain confidence and learn all the sewing basics e.g. patterns, cutting, machines and overlockers. Make a simple garment in a fun, stimulating and creative environment. You will need to phone the tutor on enrolment to discuss pattern and material choice. 6 Tue, 16 Aug - 20 Sep 6 - 8:30 pm Byron Concession: $234 Full Fee: $260
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PATTERN MAKING FOR BEGINNERS with Annie Martin
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This course is designed so that you will understand how to take measurements, apply them to a BODY BLOCK, then use this information for pattern alterations and to create better fitting clothes. We will also explore how to copy and make a pattern from an existing garment. This is a great course for those wanting to learn the basics. 6 Wed, 17 Aug - 21 Sep 6 - 8:30 pm Byron Concession: $234 Full Fee: $260
SILVER JEWELLERY - AN INTRODUCTION with Michelle Walker Learn the fundamentals of making silver jewellery with this weekend workshop. This introductory course covers the key skills you need for precious metal work; perfect for anyone keen to start the journey of jewellery design and making. You can expect to complete 2 or 3 pieces of finished jewellery. Additional materials fee $80. Sat & Sun, 20 - 21 Aug 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Or Sat & Sun, 3 - 4 Sep 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $230 Full Fee: $256
LINO BLOCK PRINTING with Just Potts Many printmaking processes require some serious expertise and equipment. But Lino Block printing is amongst the easiest methods out there, and can be done from home using a few basic tools. This course is perfect for you if you want to try printmaking for the first time, no drawing experience needed. Join us in a supportive/empowering environment and explore a new skill. Additional materials $35. Sat, 3 Sep | 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $135 Full Fee: $150
BASKET WEAVING with Eloise Galea Learn how to create beautiful baskets using natural fibres from plants that grow around us. You will learn how to recognise, gather and prepare local plants for weaving then be shown basic weaving techniques. This is a great way for people to come together and share their creative ideas. It’s fun and very relaxing, but be warned, it’s addictive! Additional materials $20. 3 Fri, 9 - 23 Sep 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Mullum Concession: $206 Full Fee: $229
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SCREEN PRINTING ONTO CERAMICS with Anne Leon
SCULPTURAL METALWORK FOR WOMEN with Nyree Smith
Extend your ceramic skills and incorporate your own designs onto the surface of your work. You will learn the exciting process of photo-emulsion, which allows for personalised imagery to be made into transfers that are then printed onto your greenware or bisquefired ceramics. Sat & Sun, 10 - 11 Sep 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $213 Full Fee: $237
In this women’s only class, you will design and create a garden art project of your choice. Created to help women get a foot in the door in an otherwise male dominated industry, we will explore different metalworking techniques including cutting, fixing and forming metal in a relaxed and creative environment. Sun, 4 Sep | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $248 Full Fee: $275
WELDING INTRODUCTION with Nyree Smith
SCULPTURAL METALWORK with Nyree Smith
If you’ve always wanted to learn electric MIG welding but have never had the opportunity, or you may simply want to hone your welding skills, then here’s your chance. Let metal artisan / fabricator, Nyree, with over 30 years’ experience, take you on a journey to greater independence and practical, creative empowerment through the amazing world of metalwork! Sun, 18 Sep | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $248 Full Fee: $275
Design and create a garden art project of your choice! We will explore different metalworking techniques in a relaxed and fun environment, including cutting, fixing and forming metal. Whether you are a previous student, existing hobbyist or novice, this class will exercise your creativity and expand your metalworking skills. Sat, 3 Sep | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $248 Full Fee: $275
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WELDING FOR WOMEN, AN INTRODUCTION with Nyree Smith Learn basic electric (MIG) welding skills while creating your own metal garden tools. Let metal artisan/ fabricator, Nyree take you on a journey to greater independence and practical, creative empowerment through the amazing world of metalwork! Sat, 17 Sep | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $248 Full Fee: $275
“Absolutely fantastic. Nyree is the best! Learnt a lot and couldn’t recommend it enough” Emiliano - Welding Introduction
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NATURAL DYEING AND SHIBORI with Anne Leon This two day introductory workshop will give you the chance to discover the magic of extracting colour and imprints from plants, using leaves, flowers, and roots onto fabric. During the course you will be shown several SHIBORI techniques, which is the Japanese word for tie-dyeing, by using stitching, clamping, folding, twisting, and compressing to create intricate patterns. Additional materials $50. Sat & Sun, 13 - 14 Aug 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $213 Full Fee: $237
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Drawing & Painting DREAMING IN COLOUR 2 with Virginia Reid Are you interested in exploring painting in a style between realism and abstraction? Drawing inspiration from a range of expressionist painters who were more concerned with their emotional responses than an objective reality, this class will help you draw and paint expressively with your own painting signature. This class continues to develop the practices of Dreaming in Colour 1 and is best suited to those who have some art experience. 8 Tue, 2 Aug – 20 Sep 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Mullum Full Fee: $370 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $160 for all enrolments)
DRAW ING & P AINT ING
PLANT LIFE DRAWING 2 with Virginia Reid
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Following on from Plant Life Drawing1, we will continue to explore plants and natural forms through a variety of mediums and processes. Experimenting with a range of drawing and painting techniques, exploring composition, mark-making and materiality, students will be guided through working on both small format to large scale compositions. This course is perfect for anyone who is inspired by the natural world of plants and flowers. 8 Wed, 3 Aug - 21 Sep 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Mullum Full Fee: $370 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $160 for all enrolments)
BREATHING THE LAND 1 with Virginia Reid This art course will focus on deepening our relationship to the landscape we inhabit. We will make use of materials from the landscape to respond to country and incorporate a range of modalities including meditation, walking, observation, drawing, painting and assemblage. Students will be encouraged to work expansively with nature over the duration of the course to refine ideas and bring them to resolution. 8 Thu, 4 Aug - 22 Sep 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Mullum Full Fee: $370 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p.4 (additional resource fee of $160 for all enrolments)
WATERCOLOUR: LIGHT, BRIGHT AND FRESH with Harry Westera Light, Bright and Fresh are natural qualities of the translucent, flowing medium of watercolour painting. But sometimes our tones and colours can look muddy and overworked, washed out or too dark. Over two Saturdays, we will look at the processes, techniques, colours and mindset which help to better express the vitality and beauty of this versatile medium. Suitable for all levels of experience. All materials supplied. 2 Sat, 23 - 30 Jul 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Byron Concession: $189 Full Fee: $210
It is not just the subject of an artwork that evokes an emotional response in us. More importantly, it is the manner in which the subject is portrayed. The same portrait, still life or landscape could be bright and cheerful, dark and wintry, warm and comfortable, terrifying, or just fun and playful. We will explore how to use colour, light and shade, design, brushwork and painting processes to communicate a range of themes, moods and feelings in watercolour. 2 Sat, 20 - 27 Aug 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Byron Concession: $170 Full Fee: $189
PLAYFUL PAINTING WEEKEND with Melanie Dilday There will be dancing, splashing, spraying, scraping, dripping, laughing and a head-over-heels love affair with colour. Each of us will be painting on a large canvas, adding new layers, in a fun and encouraging environment. Rediscover your enthusiasm for life and uncover painting talents you never knew you had. Sat & Sun, 6 & 7 Aug 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Mullum Concession: $162 Full Fee: $180
DR AW ING & PAI NTI NG
EXPRESSING MOOD AND EMOTION IN WATERCOLOUR with Harry Westera
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Sustainability HANDMADE ECO SOAP with Lucy Legan Handmade eco soap is the most ethical soap you can make. The secret to success is using used cooking oil. This hands-on course will give you the skills and knowledge to safely make natural and sustainable soap at home. Sun, 14 Aug | 9 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $97 Full Fee: $108
BEEKEEPING with Steve Fowler This workshop introduces potential bee keepers to the delight and fascination of this rewarding hobby. The session covers safety, myth busting, hands-on bee keeping (Steve will bring along a beehive), legal requirements and the most important thing - how to get started! Sun, 28 Aug | 10 am - 6 pm Mullum Concession: $134 Full Fee: $149
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COMPOSTING AND WORM FARMING with Lucy Legan Partnering with worms to create healthy soil makes good eco-sense. Learn how to make a worm farm, how to care for the worms and how to work with worm leachate (juice) and castings. The tricks of hot and cool composting will be shared so you have endless food for your worms. Sun, 11 Sep | 9 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $97 Full Fee: $108
“Lucy did such an amazing job reminding us of the importance of eco soap, that is good for us and for nature.” Flavia - Handmade Eco Soap
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NATIVE PLANT IDENTIFICATION AND BUSH TUCKER with Joey Venables Join us for an introduction into the wonderful world of plant identification and become familiar with some of our local rainforest species and unique bush tucker. In the spirit of fun and inquiry, we will cover some basic and intermediate level botanic terminology, identify rainforest species, plant families, and discover what edible fruits, shoots and roots that are available in this area. Sat, 20 Aug | 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $111 Full Fee: $123
PERMACULTURE ETHICS, PRINCIPLES AND PATTERNS PDC with Bunya Halasz What is permaculture and why is it relevant to our world today? How can we integrate the ethics and principles of Permaculture in our daily lives? Explore the foundations of Permaculture as you learn about the underlying patterns in nature and how comprehending and working with them can support you to live a richer, more easeful life. Fri, 26 Aug | 9 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118
PLANT PROPAGATION AND SEED SAVING - PDC with Bunya Halasz Explore a range of simple plant propagation techniques including cuttings, root division and seed raising to allow you to grow a range of plants for your garden in a simple and cost effective manner. Learn a range of seed saving and storage techniques that empower you to secure the great diversity of food varieties on our planet. Sat, 27 Aug | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118
INTRODUCTION TO PERMACULTURE DESIGN - PDC with James Nash
TREES AND PERENNIAL CROPS - CREATING FOOD FORESTS PDC with Bunya Halasz
The fundamentals of Permaculture design theory and practice. Explore how the elements of nature - earth, water, air and fire - define the unique conditions and opportunities of any site. Learn how to analyse and map these powerful forces to support you to work with, rather than against them to achieve your lifestyle and production goals. Sun, 28 Aug | 9 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118
Learn how to design, establish and care for your own diverse, tree based food production system in a low maintenance fashion that works with nature’s fundamental processes of land and soil repair. Discover a huge array of fruit and nut trees from around the world that thrive in our warm, subtropical climate including indigenous bush foods. Sat, 17 Sep | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118
Get to know your own soil - what is it made of, what will grow well in it and how you can improve your soil to make the most of what it has to offer. Delve into the world of compost, soil nutrition and microbiology as we explore some of the myriad of ways you can build a healthy, fertile, robust soil through organic practices that will help you to grow food packed full of life force. Fri, 16 Sep | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118
VEGETABLES - INTEGRATED ORGANIC PRODUCTION - PDC with Bunya Halasz Explore a comprehensive range of organic gardening techniques including composting, crop rotation, companion planting and natural pest and disease management. Create a ‘no-dig garden’ from local, low cost materials and learn about seasonal planting in the humid subtropics. Sun, 18 Sep | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118
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SOILS - ORGANIC MANAGEMENT - PDC with Joey Venables
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Languages
GERMAN LEVEL 1 with Stefanie Kwiatkista
A fun and friendly introduction to the Spanish language, this course will cover pronunciation, understanding and development of vocabulary, basic reading and conversation. Some homework is involved. 8 Mon, 25 Jul to 12 Sep 5:30 - 7:30 pm Byron Concession: $221 Full Fee: $246
SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS LEVEL TWO with Yolanda Santiago
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This is a continuation of the Spanish for Beginners course or for those who have a basic knowledge of Spanish. Yolanda will extend your reading, vocabulary and conversational abilities. 8 Thu, 28 Jul - 15 Sep 5:30 - 7:30 pm Byron Concession: $221 Full Fee: $246
“Yolanda is a wonderfully patient teacher who is very skilled and understands how to work with a lot of us beginners in the class with a real professionalism, calm and passion for the language.”
PORTUGUESE FOR BEGINNERS with Jeferson Franke In this relaxed introduction to the Portuguese language, we will cover basic conversation and reading as well as pronunciation and vocabulary of Brazilian Portugese in a fun environment. Whether you have a Brazilian or Portuguese partner or are travelling to a Portuguese speaking country, this is the course for you! 6 Fri, 19 Aug - 23 Sep 5:30 - 7:30 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184
LA NG UAG ES
SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS with Yolanda Santiago
Enjoy a relaxed introduction to the German language and life in German speaking countries. You will learn basic conversational skills, which are useful when travelling to German speaking countries, as well as basic reading and writing skills. 6 Tue, 26 Jul - 30 Aug 6:30 - 8:30 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184
Lainie - Spanish for Beginners
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Wellbeing INTRODUCTION TO MASSAGE Interested in the human body and how it works? This eight week course will open your eyes to the fascinating world just under your skin. Learn simple and effective ways to calm the nervous system and give the gift of relaxation to your friends and family. 8 Thu, 28 Jul – 22 Sep (no class 1 Sep) 9 am – 4 pm Byron Full Fee: $250 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p.4 (additional resource fee of $120 for all enrolments)
LOMI LOMI MASSAGE TRAINING with Tina Featherheart In this hands-on practical massage training tied with clear-mind focus, you will learn Hawaiian philosophy, intention and flow resulting in the ability to give and receive a one and a half hour massage. Create a sacred and professional work space and share from your heart. Suitable for newbies and experienced therapists. 3 Fri, 5 - 19 Aug | 10 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $286 Full Fee: $318 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
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LOMI LOMI - LEVEL 2 with Tina Featherheart
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This is a continuation of Lomi Lomi Level 1. You will be using the massage stroke techniques already studied with the introduction of the forearm as a tool, and some new ways of moving around the table. Along with more Hawaiian Huna knowledge and the opportunity to widen your understanding of the philosophy, from within. This course will definitely take your massage skills to another level! Completion of Lomi Lomi level 1 is a pre-requisite for this course. 3 Fri, 26 Aug - 9 Sep 10 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $286 Full Fee: $318 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4
REIKI LEVEL 1 with Catherine Harrison Reiki is the gentle Japanese method of hands-on energy healing that works on all levels of a person and is simple to use and easy to learn. You will learn how to Reiki yourself, children, pets and plants. You will receive an attunement into Reiki Level 1, an ancient healing symbol of protection and a certificate on completion. Empower yourself today and bring this ancient healing art into your life. Sat & Sun, 6 - 7 Aug 10 am - 4 pm Byron Or Sat & Sun, 3 - 4 Sep 10 am - 4 pm Byron Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184
REIKI LEVEL II with Catherine Harrison Continue your Reiki journey as we explore the symbols in healing, then learn to draw and use these symbols. We will explore the power of distance healing, house and space clearings and hands on healings. We dive into the chakras and the energy bodies, learning how to balance, cleanse and clear any blocks preventing you from moving forward in your life. Deepen your healing journey through expanding your healing abilities. Pre-requisite must have completed Reiki Level I. 4 Sat, 10 - 18 Sep | 10 am - 3 pm Byron Concession: $269 Full Fee: $299
These classes are for golfers of all levels from the beginner to the regular club golfer and offer a relaxed and friendly learning environment at the Ocean Shores Golf Club with Chris Graham, a Certified PGA Professional. Classes are scheduled over five weeks, covering all of the basics, including short game, long game and on-course play. 5 Tue, 26 Jul to 23 Aug 12:15 - 2:15 pm Ocean Shores Concession: $158 Full Fee: $175
FACE YOGA with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch Lift your Face! Lift your Spirit! Face Yoga uses muscle exercises, conscious breathing and body poses to tighten, tone and lift your face naturally. During the course, you will learn a set of exercises to smooth wrinkles, lift droopy eyelids, improve your eyesight, reduce double chins and define your jawline, which you can practice at home and easily integrate into your daily life. 4 Tue, 9 - 30 Aug | 10 am - 12 pm Byron Concession: $111 Full Fee: $123
MYOFASCIAL RELEASE MASSAGE PART I with Howard Rontal NEW Add Myofascial
Release methods to your existing therapeutic skill-set to deliver an even more in-depth treatment to your friends, family or clients. Used to relieve anything from chronic pain to common complaints such as lower back pain, these 32 myofascial release strokes are easily integrated into your existing routine or offered as a standalone treatment. Fri, 23 Sep 5 - 9pm Sat & Sun 24 - 25 Sep | 9 am - 6 pm Byron Concession: $315 Full Fee: $350
TAROT READING with Dee De Haas Tap into your inner psyche in a beautiful and powerful way by learning to read tarot. Read for yourself, friends and family, or start up your own Tarot Reading business. This course will activate your spiritual intuitiveness and personal development, as well as the confidence to read for others. 6 Tue, 16 Aug - 20 Sep | 6 - 8 pm Byron Concession: $162 Full Fee: $180
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GOLF FOR BEGINNERS with Chris Graham
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BREATH OF LIFE with Ri Fraser First breath to last breath, our life depends on it. But many of us breathe shallowly, erratically, even holding our breath unconsciously. This can cause tiredness, fogginess, forgetfulness, and even contribute to poor health. In this workshop you’ll learn specific breathing techniques that help sleeping, reducing panic, anxiety and depression. 2 Mon, 1 - 8 Aug 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Mullum Concession: $108 Full Fee: $120
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT AND HEALING with Ri Fraser
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Our physical body is patterned on an underlying blueprint called the energy or subtle body. Therefore, if we improve flow and vitality in the energy body, our physical bodies will follow. In this course you’ll learn to read the energy field, not only of yourself, but also of others, and the environment around you. This helps in making good choices in daily life, relationships and health. We will increase intuition and sensitivity through meditations, visualisations and exercises. Finally with an understanding of basic subtle anatomy and its qualities, you will learn some methods of self-healing. 4 Mon, 29 Aug - 19 Sep 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Mullum Concession: $171 Full Fee: $190
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COMMUNICATION FOR CLARITY AND CONNECTION with Paulette Bray-Narai Most of us long for harmony in our relationships, yet often the way we express ourselves and listen to each other leads to misunderstanding, frustration and disconnection. Learn ways of communicating and listening based on “Nonviolent Communication”. This practical, learnable process can contribute to greater understanding, connection and harmony in any relationship - whether with family, friends, colleagues or partner, and of course – yourself. Thu, 11 Aug | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Online Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92
LAST AID - CARING FOR THE DYING AT HOME with Lyn Kemp Participants will learn how to be of genuine service to others who may be family or friends who have chosen to die at home. Any person can attend this course and it can, if you wish, lead on to full training as a volunteer carer for Amitayus Home Hospice Service. 8 Thu, 28 Jul - 8 Sep & Sat 10 Sep 9 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $170 Full Fee: $189
SOURDOUGH BUSINESS PATHWAYS
Sourdough Pre-Accelerator Cohort April 2022
You’ll also have the opportunity to share your business with the world on Demo Night, and we’ll then help you connect with resources that will support you further on your way to building a purposeful, scalable and sustainable business. Who is it for? Aspiring founders or existing founders with an early-stage idea or business that’s aiming to be a force for good in the world. You’ll learn the tools to develop your ideas in a supportive environment with other like-minded local entrepreneurs and have the opportunity to learn from, help and inspire each other. An 8-week immersive program that provides the tools to turn your business idea into reality. The next intake commences in September 2022 and expressions of interest are now open. Demo Night is for everyone! If you’re interested in seeing the end result of a PreAccelerator as a supporter, an investor, a potential partner, or even a potential future participant, keep an eye out for date, time and venue details on our website. For the full program, visit our website: https://sbp.org.au/sourdough-pre-accelerator
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SOURDOUGH BUSINESS PATHWAYS
Do you have an early-stage idea or business that’s aiming to be a force for good in the world? The StartUp Northern Rivers Pre-Accelerator program gives startup founders the knowledge, connections and guidance they need to build a successful startup. We’ve worked with many startups and have the deep experience that’s needed to give expert practical guidance to any entrepreneur. The Pre-Accelerator is designed to jump start your emerging business ideas on the journey from conception through to a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). You will learn the tools to develop your ideas and embed purpose, sustainability and circular economy principles in a supportive environment with like-minded entrepreneurs and expert facilitators and mentors.
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Heike Schimmelpfeng
Student Story: Certificate IV in Massage Therapy 2021
I learnt from the College… it’s all about what we can offer to the world. I lost everything in my house during the recent floods. I managed to evacuate with my girls at 6am on the Monday but we couldn’t find my 77-year old neighbour and I was worried. She was not in her unit and we had to leave without her. Later we found out that she got rescued by a boat as she was too fragile to climb on her roof like her younger neighbours. On day five, back at home, she was bent over and couldn’t handle her back pain anymore after throwing all her belongings on the street and sleeping on a couch at a friend’s place. My house was still dripping wet. The inside had an awful smell of toxic floodwater. Like all rooms, my treatment room was empty with all the furniture, including my hydraulic treatment table, piled up in front of my house. It was a bizarre moment but we puzzled all essentials together…massage oil, essential oil and tools to set up the portable massage table. Some of our wet clothes had been washed by volunteers and had just been dropped off at my front door. I decided to use them as cushions and bolsters under her shoulders, chest and legs. The next moment the room was filled with beauty and care. I just did what I’m good at and followed my intuition. My neighbour relaxed. Her muscles had been in spasm. I was able to give, to help and to make the world a better place…in a small way. It meant healing for both of us. What an honour it was for me to treat her in my dirty muddy house. We had everything we needed. It was a time of deep connection in the middle of chaos. It had so much beauty and humanity! The Certificate IV in Massage Therapy course I did with Laura had given me the strength to believe in my skills again and the ability to give support. Thank you to Laura, to all the students in my course, to Student Support and the entire Byron Community College!
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