Byron Community College Term 1 2021 Course Program

BYRON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Create your future

TERM 1 COURSE PROGRAM

January - April 2021

www.byroncollege.org.au

ENROLMENTS & GENERAL INFORMATION

How to Enrol

CONTENTS Work Skills

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Full Qualifications

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Permaculture 8 Business 12 Computers 14 Cooking 15 Writing 16 Music, Performance & Dance

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Photography 20

BY PHONE Pay over the phone using a credit card by ringing 02 6684 3374.

ONLINE Visit www.byroncollege.org.au

Handcrafts 22 Drawing & Painting

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Sustainable Living

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Languages 34 Wellbeing 36 Sourdough 39

Director: Richard Vinycomb

IN PERSON Visit the College campus offices Mullumbimby: Cnr Burringbar & Gordon St (Weekdays 9 - 5) Byron Bay: Lvl 1, 107 Jonson St (opposite Woolworths. Check website for opening hours)

VET Manager: Nicole Steel Marketing & Course Coordinator: Vicki Walker Finance Officer: Linda Hung Foundation Skills Coordinators: Di Meehan, Cate Coorey

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Student Support: Katherina Kiss Administration: Leonie Turner-Mann, Mary-Jane Manning, Robyn Robotham, Shellie Nicholls, Anthony Hobbs, Peta McCallum, Alison Gaylard, Cate Bales, Caroline Price Sourdough Business Pathways Management: Fiona Sheridan Sourdough Admin: Jackie Wallin, Megan Kruger Design & Layout: Bona Yu Front cover image: Audrey Harnett

Byron Region Community College acknowledges and recognises the Bundjalung Nation, the traditional custodians from where we are based. We pay our respects to all of our region’s First Peoples, to their ancestors and Elders, and towards our shared future.

G re e tings, Welcome to the latest edition of the Byron Community College brochure! We imagine you’ll find courses, workshops, or certificate programs that will genuinely rock your world. I recommend a long, deep read through the range of opportunities, and advise a look beyond what you know you might want to study. Be adventurous, open-minded and flexible, to optimise your lifelong learning within our welcoming world of practical, creative, and life-altering learning.

With the assurance of over 25 years involvement with our mighty institution, I predict that along the way to new passions, hobbies and skills, you’ll meet memorable local characters, inspiring and accomplished teachers, supremely supportive staff and probably some lifelong friends.

‘Inclusion’ and ‘diversity’ are veritable buzzwords these days; at Byron Community College we’ve been practising inclusion and diversity since our humble beginnings in a defunct railway office, in 1993. People here are everything, and we invite you to come on in, find your new mob, maybe your old mob, and feel a part of this vibrant, sustainable, award-winning, and always evolving community hub.

Longevity also comes to mind when we talk about Byron Community College as we farewell Lance Hopson, Senior Administration and Student Support Officer after 10 years of service to the College as he starts a new chapter of retirement.

So too for Mandy Nolan one of our longest standing tutors of almost 23 years as she recently took her final bow on comedy classes to pursue new projects. To both Lance and Mandy, we cannot thank you enough for the lives you have touched and the smiles you have brought to all the students over the years.

Happy trails, Alison Pearl, President

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 - RTO ID 90013 Byron Community College is a Registered Training Organisation approved to deliver Nationally Recognised Training. With over 28 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.

Our industry experienced trainers and assessors ensure a qualification with Byron Community College equips you with the skills, experience and knowledge to succeed.

Fe e - f re e tr ai n i n g av ai l a b le Did you know some of our courses are subsidised? NSW Government funding is helping people in NSW get the skills they need to find a job and advance their careers. Many of our full qualifications have full or part fee subsidies available for eligible students and the new Skilling for Recovery initiative means that more people are eligible, which could include you!* The ACE Program aims to support disadvantaged students across NSW and students from Regional and Remote Communities who experience barriers to learning. Under the ACE Program you have the option of enrolling into an accredited Foundation Skills unit as part of a skills building program.*

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING

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To be eligible for Skilling for Recovery places you must be: • 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 In addition to the above you must also meet one of the following: • Aged between 17 to 24 at commencement of training (regardless of employment status); or • Commonwealth Government welfare benefit recipient; or • An unemployed person; or • An employed person who is at risk of becoming unemployed 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. *This training is subsidised by the NSW Government

Ce n tre l in k Ap p r o v ed

Most of our qualifications are Centrelink approved and you may be eligible for Austudy.

W o rk Skills GET WORK READY with Bec Brown Spending hours in your head trying to ‘figure out’ what to do with your career? Need to get a job and don’t know how to write a resume or cover letter? We are running two short workshops that will help you to get practical work skills! Do one or both!

WORKSHOP 1 - A HOPEFUL CAREER OUTLOOK NEW Want to feel more hopeful

about your future and what work to pursue? There are more career options and pathways than you may realise. Come along to this fun, interactive workshop to learn how to feel more confident and empowered about your career and work options, now and into the future.

Fri 22 Jan or Fri 19 Feb 10am – 4pm Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4

WORKSHOP 2 - GET THAT JOB! NEW Never been to a job interview

and don’t know what to expect? Applied for lots of jobs yet no one responds to applications? This fun and interactive workshop will teach you how to nail the job application process.

80% of jobs are not advertised. So, where are they? Come along to find out.

Sat 23 Jan or Sat 20 Feb 10am – 4pm Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4

These first aid courses are run by Allens Training RTO (RTO number 90909) who will issue successful participants with a Statement of Attainment

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Thu 21 Jan 9am - 12pm Thu 18 Feb 9am – 12pm Mon 8 Mar 9am - 12pm

Fri 29 Jan 9am – 12pm Tue 6 Apr 9am - 12pm

Concession: $71 Full fee: $79

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Thu 21 Jan 9am - 4pm Thu 18 Feb 9am – 4pm Mon 8 Mar 9am - 4pm

Fri 29 Jan 9am – 4pm Tue 6 Apr 9am - 4pm

Concession: $126 Full fee: $140

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Thu 21 Jan 9am - 5pm Thu 18 Feb 9am – 5pm Mon 8 Mar 9am - 5pm

Fri 29 Jan 9am – 5pm Tue 6 Apr 9am - 5pm

Concession: $162 Full fee: $180

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N at io n a l l y R ecognised Tr a i nin g ENROL NOW TO SECURE YOUR SPOT TO STUDY HLT42015 CERTIFICATE IV IN MASSAGE THERAPY Are you 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.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays (plus weekly clinics from week 11) 27 January – 17 September 9am - 4pm

CHC33015 - CERTIFICATE III IN INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT (AGEING / DISABILITY)

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING

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!

Mondays and Tuesdays, 1 February – 13 July 9am - 4pm

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CHC30113 - CERTIFICATE III IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE Looking for a fun and rewarding career inspiring children to grow and develop in their early years? This nationally recognised training is the entry level qualification required to work in the early childhood education and care sector.

You will learn about child development, how to support play and learning, behaviour management, nutrition, health and safety and more. Work placement is included in the course and you will receive valuable opportunities to develop your skills in simulated work environments. With the childcare industry currently experiencing a skills shortage, now is the perfect time to take the next step in your future career.

Mondays and Tuesdays, 1 February – 26 October 9am - 3.30pm

CHC42015 - CERTIFICATE IV IN COMMUNITY SERVICES 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, where you will be provided the opportunity to practice your new skills.

Thursdays and Fridays, 4 March – 3 September 9am - 4pm

Introd u cing Laura Kavanagh

Tutor: Certificate IV in Massage Therapy

After being introduced to massage during my natropathy degree, I have worked and taught in the field for over two decades.

I have taught massage at the College since 2019. I love seeing students gain confidence and get in in touch with their own bodies. Massage is very grounding and, for many, the course is a transformative process.

Some students come with related experiences, like dance, surfing or art therapy.

Everyone learns from each other and everyone gains valuable self-care and other life skills. Some go on from the course to work as a massage therapist, while others use the skills in combination with existing work.

Adult education is so different to school. A lot of people don’t realise that there can be huge joy in re-engaging with learning. My main passion in my teaching is communication. I am fortunate to have had mentors who have communication as their main skill set, as this is so crucial within massage therapy.

If you are considering studying massage or another course at the College, my advice is not to hesitate. The commitment can seem daunting at the outset but students quickly integrate the structure into their lifestyle. You don’t need any prior experience to get started. All you need is curiosity.

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I first worked as a massage therapist during travels in Greece, where I would walk along the beach with a simple sign! I have since completed an Advanced Diploma in massage therapy, worked full-time in a clinic and taught massage at the Canberra Institute of Technology. My love of anatomy and physiology was further deepened through qualification and work as a pilates instructor.

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The new Byron Centre for Permaculture was officially launched at the Byron Community College’s outdoor campus by permaculture pioneer Robyn Francis of Permaculture Australia and Djangbung Gardens and Simon Richardson, Byron Shire Mayor.

As the leading provider of permaculture and sustainability courses and resources in the Northern Rivers, the success of the Byron Centre for Permaculture courses is evident within our community and across Australia by the many and inspiring student stories over the past seven years.

“It is really exciting to see the Permaculture Centre officially launch here in the Byron region and being a wonderful beacon for not only Northern Rivers but for the rest of the country” says Robyn Franics.

The appreciation that permaculture is more than just growing healthy nourishing food, but rather meeting all our social and environmental needs and responsibilities, including working together positively in our communities, was acknowledged by Simon Richardson.

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“The community values of the programs and the examples of learning and its practical application can be seen here the centre’s thriving permaculture site within the Mullumbimby Community Gardens.’ says Simon.

“There have been some wonderful people come through the courses over the years.

What gives me the greatest joy is seeing what people then go and do with that knowledge once they’re empowered with the solutions”, concludes Robyn.

Expanding on the vision for the new Centre and its next steps, Richard Vinycomb, Byron Community College Director says “Community and business participation and collaboration in permaculture projects and partnerships will be vital to our future work in the Northern Rivers. We welcome hearing from anyone who would like to jointly consider new ideas and proposals.” www.byronpermaculture.org.au

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AHC33816 CERTIFICATE III IN PERMACULTURE So you’ve heard a bit about permaculture but are 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.

This course is the ‘trade equivalent’ qualification that prepares you to work in a skilled and independent manner developing and operating permaculture systems.

You will divide your time between the classroom and our specially designed outdoor site at the Mullumbimby Community Gardens for valuable hands-on experience.

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 2 February – 27 October 2021 9am - 3.30pm

AHC42116 CERTIFICATE IV IN PERMACULTURE Do you want to grow your permaculture know-how right in the green heart of Northern NSW? A career in permaculture is richly rewarding, where you can immerse yourself in sustainable living and organic farming practices. You will 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 you will expand your personal and professional skills, acquiring the resilience to adapt to a rapidly changing world. The course will kick-off with a 3-day residential immersion experience at Djanbung Gardens in Nimbin - a purpose designed permaculture education centre and living learn-scape; campus of Permaculture College Australia, and home of Robyn Francis.

Wednesday, 3 February (half day orientation); then Thursdays and Fridays, 4 February – 3 December 2021 9am - 3.30pm

Follow your passion and immerse yourself in this Modular Permaculture Design Course held in the beautiful Byron Shire. In this hands-on course you will discover how Permaculture principles can develop resilient systems, contributing to environmental, social and personal well-being. Through gaining a clear understanding of these principles you will be able to apply them to your everyday life and surroundings – from a small home garden to commercial production. Learn how to design, build and maintain abundantly productive food gardens and human settlements with a deep reverence of nature’s patterns and cycles. Run over 14 days this course is designed in a modular format for flexible learning and can be completed over a period of up to 12 months. In order to receive the internationally recognized Permaculture Design Certificate you must complete all modules within this timeframe and then attend the final 3 days of the course and satisfactorily complete an Individual Permaculture Design Project.

Fri, Sat & Sun, various dates between the 26 February to 13 June 9am - 5pm Concession: $1169 Full Fee: $1299

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PERMACULTURE DESIGN COURSE with Bunya Halasz, James Nash, Joey Venables, Sharon Gibson and Erin Young

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AHC30716 CERTIFICATE III IN HORTICULTURE Do you 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, thriving industry. During the course you will be guided by our highly skilled industry experts and divide time between the classroom and our purposefully designed site at the Mullumbimby Community Gardens for valuable hands-on experience. Once completed you will have the opportunity to work in nurseries, parks, gardens and sports fields in a variety of roles.

Thursdays and Fridays, 11 February – 3 September 2021 9am - 4pm

BACKYARD FOOD PRODUCTION with Lauren O’Reilly and Angela Skehan

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Growing your own herbs, vegetables and fruit trees can be a rewarding and exciting experience. This course provides you with a mix of practical information and handson experience to achieve great results. During the course we will be planting and harvesting produce at the local Mullumbimby Community Gardens, giving you valuable tips and tricks for what grows well locally. And as a bonus you get to take home fresh, healthy veggies grown throughout the course. So, whether you have a small backyard or 1/4 acre block, this course can help you get the most out of your space. Come along, have some fun and get your hands dirty.

Mondays, 8 February – 29 March 9:30am – 3:30pm or Thursdays, 11 February – 1 April 9:30am – 3:30pm Full Fee: $250 Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $80 for all enrolments)

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In tr od u cing Peter Critch

Student: Certificate III in Permaculture

As a co-founder and compost expert for Subpod, the Byron-based composting system start-up, I help people easily understand composting and gardening. The permaculture course I finished three years ago at the Byron Community College was the springboard to this role.

After finishing high school, I completed an Environmental Science degree and came out wanting to save the world. But I was naïve.

So I started looking into permaculture. I moved from Melbourne within two weeks of being accepted into the course. Knowing I’d be secure with Centrelink during the year allowed me to sink my teeth into something I’d been craving.

I admit I struggled for the first couple of months thinking: “I’m not learning enough” but what was really happening is that I was unlearning some of what I’d been taught. I was getting into my body rather than my mind. I was expecting it to be like university – heaps of homework and no direct guidance but the teachers showed so much care and the practical lessons at the community gardens were so great.

One of the best parts of the course were the other students, who had so much zest and life. Overall, there was a sense of tight community, guidance and care. One of the key things I learned was a sense of building connections. This fits perfectly with permaculture, as the term is a big umbrella connecting water, soil, air, design and more. I decided to focus on soil.

At the gardens, I met Joel Orchard, and he introduced me to the Soil Food Institute, where I did a course and internship. Then I went to Renew Fest. I was screaming ‘soil’ from the rooftop and Andrew Hayim De Vries, the inventor of Subpod, heard me. I followed him to Santos, where Subpod prototypes were set up. Since then, we’ve had two successful crowd funding campaigns and are very close to our goal of getting 20,000 people composting by 2020.

Adult education gives people hope and, like it has for me, can change lives. If you are thinking of enrolling in a course, I’d encourage you to pick up the phone to have a first conversation, as it’s not only about education but the people you meet along the way.

The college is like a web – the students, the teachers and the relationships. In life, that’s what gets work done. It’s from the sense of building connections that I developed during my permaculture course that I have this job now.

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Business WORKING WITH THE MEDIA with Freedom Vivian NEW If you have something to

say, sell or share with the world you need to know how to work with media. Learn the tools and tips for strategic and effective communication.

From writing a press release or guest blog post, to being featured online, or interviewed on live television or radio.

2 Thu, 25 Mar to 1 Apr | 9am - 3pm Mullum Concession: $178 Full Fee: $198

VISUAL STORYTELLING FOR TRAINERS AND FACILITATORS with Michelle Walker If you are interested in learning a skill that will boost engagement and results at your next meeting, add impact and influence to your professional communications, and expand your professional toolkit with graphic facilitation skills, this one-day program is for you.

Mon, 22 Mar | 9am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

FACILITATION SKILLS FOR CHANGE-MAKERS

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The course is a hands-on, activity based program that will provide you with a foundation of practical skills and techniques to facilitate and get results in workshops, team meetings, community meetings, and more. At the end of the day, you will know how to establish ground rules, engage participants, keep things on track, deal with difficult situations, help groups make decisions and deliver results.

Mon, 15 Mar | 9am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

PICTURE THIS! DRAWING AS A TOOL FOR BUSINESS with Michelle Walker be competitive NEW To

in business, it’s important to adapt quickly to market changes as well as continuously be creative, improving services and products. But with changes we have seen recently – at a scale and nature that are not the norm – many are left with big unknowns. So, how do you navigate those unknowns?

One of the necessary tools is effectively tapping the wellspring of creativity and innovation that you and your organization, if you have one, hold!

That’s what this session with Michelle Walker is all about.

Mon, 8 Feb | 9 - 10:30am Online Concession: $63 Full Fee: $70

YOUTUBE FOR BUSINESS AND BRANDING with Freedom Vivian YouTube Secrets and Strategies. Are you an Activist, Artist, Business Owners or Entrepreneur wanting to build your influence online? From building traffic and brand awareness to growing your tribe and expanding your social reach.

Course covers Video and Marketing techniques, Business strategy, Branding, and Mindset. It’s time to hit play.

2 Mon, 15 - 22 Feb | 9am - 3pm Mullum Concession: $167 Full Fee: $186

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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. Only basic computer knowledge is required to participate.

6 Fri, 19 Feb - 26 Mar | 1 - 4:30pm Mullum Concession: $269 Full Fee: $299

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Learn how to make and create posters, manipulate images, add text, save for web and print in a supportive and informative 6 week course of lessons.

The lessons take you through a welldesigned course that starts at a basic understanding of the interface and leads you step-by-step into the world of adjustments, touch-ups, layers, text and masks. It leaves you fully enabled to create and adjust your own artwork once the course is complete. Basic computer skills and filing are a course requirement. This course will run using Adobe’s Creative Cloud, students need to set up their own account - prices start at $14.29per month depending on what plan you want.

6 Mon, 15 Feb - 22 Mar | 6 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $259 Full Fee: $288

CANVA - BECAUSE YOUR BUSINESS DESERVES TO SHINE with Kylie Mowbray-Allen This online class is your first step towards making awesome graphics.

Learn how to make Instagram posts that stand out, upload your logo, brand colours and set up your brand fonts.

Canva rocks it for social media graphics, website sliders, newsletter headers, and even offers video now too!

2 Thu, 18 - 25 Feb | 1 - 5pm Online Concession: $112 Full Fee: $124

SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY FOR SOCIAL MEDIA with Nelly le Comte Want to take better photos with your smart phone for social media? In this workshop we will 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.

The course aims to make you a better phone photographer, but we will also touch base on social media platforms and various apps to make photo sharing easier.

Wed, 24 Feb | 9am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $112 Full Fee: $124

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.

Plus, learn how to create compelling social media marketing content, develop social media marketing strategies, promote and grow your personal or company brand, manage your online reputation and use data to measure success. Whether you’re starting your own business or working for a brand to increase sales, awareness and engagement, social media marketing is crucial in today’s Australian business landscape. This is not a beginners social media course.

3 Sat, 6 - 20 Mar | 9am - 12pm Online Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

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PHOTOSHOP FOR BEGINNERS with Tirza Abb

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Computers EXCEL ESSENTIALS with Mark Baumert Learn the essential skills to use the spreadsheet for home and office applications. From the basics including layout, formatting and printing through to the manipulation of text and numbers, participants will get a thorough grounding in applying this powerful tool to solve a myriad of problems. A working knowledge of the Windows environment is needed.

4 Wed, 3 - 24 Mar 9:30am - 12:30pm Mullum Concession: $173 Full Fee: $192

EXCEL AS A DATABASE with Mark Baumert

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For those already using a spreadsheet application, extend your skills to managing data. Learning how to sort, filter and subtotal data as well as cleverly combine these techniques to extract information from your spreadsheet application.

Thu, 18 Mar | 9:30am - 12:30pm Mullum Concession: $80 Full Fee: $89

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VIDEO ADVOCACY with Freedom Vivian NEW Video Advocacy - Help create

the change you want to see in the world using video as a tool for change. Suitable for Activists, Artists, Performers or Politicians or anyone who is passionate about anything and wants to make a change in the world.

2 Wed, 10 - 17 Feb | 9am - 3pm Mullum Concession: $178 Full Fee: $198

TECH SAVVY SENIORS with Wendy Bithell This course is for seniors over the age of 60 or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander seniors aged 50 years and above, who wish to learn basic Windows-based computer skills. In this hands-on, gently paced course, you will learn how to manage your files and folders, as well as basic Word Processing skills. There will also be an introduction to smartphones and tablets. You will learn how to access the vast store of knowledge, information and amazing diversity available on the Internet. Whether you are returning to study, volunteering, researching family history or helping grandchildren with school work, this course can introduce new techniques to make the most of the Internet. This course is ideal for those totally new to computers as well as people with some degree of computer skills. No prior computing experience is required to enrol. This course is not suitable for Mac users. Tech Savvy Seniors is an initiative of the NSW Ageing Strategy and is funded through a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra.

5 Thu, 11 Feb - 11 Mar | 9am-12pm Mullum Concession: $15 Full Fee: $15

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FOOD SADHANA with Christina Covington Ayurveda views our relationship to food, not only as a source of fuel but as a meaningful sacred connection to all of life. A food sadhana assists us to refresh and nourish the temple of the body. Receive tools to enhance your own food rituals at home, by embellishing the process of preparation, cooking and eating with the sacred wisdom & vital health benefits of Ayurveda, infused with your own intention.

Sun, 21 Feb | 9am - 12pm Mullum Concession: $96 Full Fee: $107

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Learn the creative art of making tasty cheese without dairy - it’s easier than you think! We will make a spreadable cheese, a bechamel cheesy pasta sauce, parmesan and a feta style cheese as well as almond mylk, and an 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 take home goodies too.

Sun, 21 Feb | 10am - 1pm Mullum Concession: $98 Full Fee: $109

VEGAN BANQUET with Arianne Schreiber Create a delicious vegan feast including plant based dips, crackers, starters, mains and dessert! Impress your family and friends with how delicious a vegan feast can be!

Sun, 14 Mar | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $179 Full Fee: $199

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VEGAN NUT CHEESES AND MILK with Arianne Schreiber

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Writing MAKE A LIVING FROM YOUR BOOK with Christina Larmer In this informative class you will be shown how to get your book to as many global readers as possible AND make a living from it. With a focus on ebooks and paperback online sales, you will learn all about book promotion, the significance of Amazon pricing, reviews and ratings, and tricks and tips to get onto Amazon’s bestseller lists - just as tutor Christina Larmer has done.

A finished book is not essential but a hunger to reach more readers is.

2 Tue, 23 Feb - 2 Mar | 10am - 3pm Byron Concession: $140 Full Fee: $155

MAKE MONEY WRITING FOR ONLINE with Julie Hamilton There’s so many opportunities to make money as a freelance writer for online and social media. You will 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.

The course is suitable for people with little experience and knowledge about writing online, and people already working professionally as a writer.

2 Sun, 14-21 Mar | 9:30am-12:30pm Online Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

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BLOGGING BOOTCAMP with Louise Sommer

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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!

2 Sat, 20-27 Feb | 9:30am - 2:30pm Byron Concession: $144 Full Fee: $160

PATHS TO SELF-PUBLISHING with Christina Larmer Want to see your story in print? In this introductory overview of the publishing process, Christina, the author of 16 books, outlines the many options available for indie authors.

From traditional publishers and selfpublishing businesses to DIY sites that offer tools and templates to help you format your manuscript into an eBook and a paperback you can sell online or show off to friends. We also discuss editing, ISBNs and cover design. Good computer skills are essential.

Sat & Sun, 27 - 28 Mar | 10am - 4pm Byron Concession: $167 Full Fee: $186

CREATIVE MEMOIR WRITING with Jane Abercrombie Every one of us has a collection of unique personal stories. Regardless of whether you think your life has been pretty ordinary, or wildly exciting. In this course you will learn how to bring alive in writing the stories only you can tell.

4 Mon, 8 Feb - 1 Mar | 5:30 - 8pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

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 & theory, while learning how to develop our stories.

We will use constructive feedback, establish a regular home writing practice, understand the role of the inner critic and touch on research toward publication. Join us for the first time, or return for support to stay on your creative writing path.

6 Thu, 11 Feb-18 Mar | 2 - 5pm Online Concession: $224 Full Fee: $249

WRITING FOR WELLBEING with Annie Barrett

Who hasn’t enjoyed reading about a great travel adventure? In this workshop, we will explore what makes travel writing both captivating, interesting and important. You will learn all the ins and outs of travel writing, as well as explore the different styles. We will cover both fictional, non-fictional and blog writing so you can explore and clarify your own unique style as a travel writer. Ready to begin your adventure?

Sat, 6 Mar | 9:30am - 3:30pm Byron Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

Experience the tender and profound, the light and humorous in your writing.

Annie is passionate about creative writing and an experienced counsellor and group facilitator. She guides you with simple creative writing exercises to play with words and explore your creativity. Discover your writing voice and the hidden gems in your writing and enhance your wellbeing.

Sat, 20 Mar | 10am - 3pm Byron Concession: $88 Full Fee: $98

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THE ART OF TRAVEL WRITING with Louise Sommer

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Music INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE with Sama Balson Have you ever wanted to explore stage performance?

This course offers a brief introduction to some of the different theatre styles, from Improvisation Theatre, to Commedia Del Arte, Cabaret, Movement Theatre, Elizabethan Theatre, Tragedy, Comedy, traditional and contemporary Storytelling. We will explore the different types of theatre used as a storytelling platform across the world. Come and dip your toe into the performing arts pool, you just might want to strip right off and dive in, but that’s another course, for another time.

5 Wed, 3 - 31 March | 10am - 2pm Mullum Concession: $261 Full Fee: $290

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JAZZ GUITAR INTRODUCTION with Kristan Burnnand Have you ever want to learn and understand the elements behind Jazz Guitar? In this course we will develop an understanding of Jazz cord voicing’s and inversions, elements of gypsy jazz guitar, cord extensions and triads. Yes this sounds kind of scary, but it’s also fun, and that’s why you should come and join me!

3 Tue, 2 - 16 Feb | 7 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $107 Full Fee: $119

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NEW Songwriting combines music and poetry to be our most popular art form. The basic elements can be learnt and practiced, with lessons, examples and exercises presented in an accessible, interesting and inspiring way. Take your songwriting up a level, whether beginner or experienced!

4 Wed, 3 - 24 Feb | 6 - 8:30pm Mullum Concession: $130 Full Fee: $145

GUITAR IMPROVISATION & 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.

This is a practical, hands-on workshop for both acoustic and electric guitar players.

3 Wed, 3 - 17 Feb | 7 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

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, 9 Feb - 16 Mar | 7 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

GUITAR 2 - UNLOCKING YOUR GUITAR with Karl Farren Have you already completed Karl’s beginners course, or can you already play a few songs but are feeling stuck and getting bored playing the same old things? Karl has a bunch of cool things to show you how to ‘unlock your guitar’ and enjoy playing again. Additional materials $10.

6 Wed, 10 Feb - 17 Mar | 7 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

GUITAR 3 - BREAKING THROUGH with Karl Farren

STAND UP COMEDY with Greg Sullivan

Are you bored with your guitar playing?

This course is designed to help you advance your skills and ‘break through’, bridging the gap from confident intermediate player to competent musician. Students need to be able to confidently play open position and barre chords. Additional Materials $10.

6 Thu, 11 Feb - 18 Mar | 7 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

Learn to become a stand up comedian in just 6 weeks!

Great for wannabe comics or just people who want to be more popular!

It’s no-longer Mandy, but it’s still Stand Up Comedy, with local comedian Greg Sullivan. There will be a performance night at the end of the course! (class may contain adult content).

6 Wed, 24 Feb - 31 Mar | 6 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $227 Full Fee: $252

Have fun exploring music theory including chords, key, harmony and rhythm. Let’s unlock some of the mysteries of music theory, so you can use this knowledge to broaden and enrich your playing, singing, song writing, band, choir, or ukulele group.

Additional materials $10.

5 Sat, 27 Feb - 27 Mar 9:30 - 11:30am Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

MUSIC, MEDITATION AND FLOW with Claudia Chambers In this mini workshop series we use music, sound and silence as a way into connection with ourselves and each other. Each week we explore peaceful and restorative practices through different instruments and activities. All welcome, with or without experience.

4 Wed, 3 - 24 Mar | 4 pm - 6 pm Mullum Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

BRING YOUR SPEECH TO LIFE with Sama Balson Have you got a monologue, public address or speech to prepare, or does the idea of public speaking terrify you? Come and demystify the subtle nuances of how to make a powerful speech.

6 Tue, 23 Feb - 30 Mar 10am - 12:30pm Mullum Concession: $179 Full Fee: $199

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BRING IN THE CLOWNS with Sama Balson The clown is the entertainer, the mime, the story-teller, the innocent, the outcast, the truth speaker, the wise fool. During this course we will meet a few of the world’s clowns. Meet your own storyteller and share their stories through the skilful artistry of clowning. No experience is necessary, the clown is inside all of us, how your clown evolves and the story it has to share will be your unique discovery throughout this course.

5 Thu, 25 Feb - 25 Mar 10am - 2pm Mullum Concession: $261 Full Fee: $290

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BELLYDANCE BLISS with Tatiana Keller Joins us threading ancient arts of both bellydance and yoga to restore balance, bringing joy to the mind, body and soul.

You will learn fundamental movements creating strength, flexibility and space for exploration within your body.

Suitable for beginners and beyond.

6 Thu, 25 Feb - 1 Apr | 6 - 7pm Mullum Concession: $88 Full Fee: $98

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HOW MUSIC WORKS - MUSIC THEORY YOU CAN USE with Karl Farren

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Photogr aphy CYANOTYPE PRINTING with Raimond de Weerdt Without any photographic knowledge or specialist equipment, it is possible to create beautiful images with the cyanotype process on a range of surfaces such as fine art papers, silk and cloth. Also known as shadowgraphs or blue-prints, this fascinating photographic printing process can be used to create fine art prints, cards or bespoke books. Why not try something new and learn a new technique to create beautiful pieces of artwork at home. Additional materials $20.

Sun, 7 Mar | 10am - 2pm Mullum Concession: $76 Full Fee: $84

PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS with Michelle Eabry NEW Have a digital camera but

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don’t know how to use it?

Explore the basics of photography and gain a better understanding of your camera’s manual settings in this two-day workshop. Topics covered will include explanations and examples of ISO, shutter speed and aperture and how these settings work together.

Other topics discussed will include depth of field, selective focusing and manual exposure.

2 Sat, 6 - 13 Feb | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $157 Full Fee: $174

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PHOTOGRAPHY - YOUR PERSONAL VISION with Michelle Eabry six-week NEW This

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, 24 Feb - 31 Mar | 6 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $227 Full Fee: $252

“Excellent content, well presented, well-paced, and inspiring. Looking forward to doing more courses with Michelle.”

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In tr od u cing Polly Berry

Student: Certificate III in Horticulture & 2020 Community Colleges Australia Student of the Year Award Finalist

Polly started studying with the Byron Community College when her parents were desperately trying to find something to build some much needed social skills, following on from her late diagnosis of autism in her early teenage years and her negative experience of schooling and ongoing bullying from peers.

Born in Cambodia and adopted by Australian parents, a move from Queensland to NSW, saw Polly leave school at Year 9. Without her Year 10 School Certificate, many pathways were closed to her and so she started enrolling in some non-accredited art courses in 2018. Fast forward to the end of 2019, and Polly had completed 11 short courses. At each course, Polly’s confidence in social groups grew as she connected regularly with members of the community.

With careful consideration and the backing of her parents, tutors and College staff, Polly enrolled in the Certificate III in Horticulture in January 2020. Starting out with a carer by her side, she resigned after a few weeks, as Polly wanted to go it alone.

She became an integral part of the class and her commitment to learning and uptake of knowledge throughout has been a joy to watch. Polly was one of the first students in her class to complete and achieve her certificate of attainment.

Surrounded by great tutors and mature age students, provided a safe and supportive learning environment giving her a new stability in her life. Polly’s self-awareness and resilience grew as she witnessed fellow students experiencing their own issues, which provided a previously unknown perspective for her situation.

Maria speaks of the College being a life saver for her daughter, as she watches Polly’s confidence and willingness to try new things and set goals gaining momentum daily. Polly has secured a job with a local Herb Nursery that specialises in employing people living with a Disability.

Maria says at the beginning of this journey they needed a win with Polly. She now calls Polly’s story ‘A Miracle’ and shares Polly’s story for other parents and young people like Polly to find inspiration and hope from it.

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Handcrafts 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. You will learn how to prepare and care for flowers, storage and conditioning requirements, 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.

5 Fri, 12 Feb – 12 Mar | 10am – 2pm Full Fee: $400 Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $210 for all enrolments)

GODDESS MIXED MEDIA with Lucille Campeanu Always wanted to learn how to draw faces, in a beautiful and unique way?

Faces can be a lot of fun to draw and I have a foolproof way of showing you how to achieve a lovely result. We then paint the image using mixed media techniques. This is a fun engaging class of drawing and painting.

2 Sun, 21 - 28 Mar | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $152 Full Fee: $169

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EASTER NEEDLE FELTING with Agnes Dubost NEW We will be making an Easter

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fairy with her little bunny for your Easter table display using the needle felting method : using special needles, wool is compacted and compressed. Skin-coloured fleece will be used for the body and white, yellowgreen and bright green fleece for the dress.

Sat, 27 Mar | 10am - 3:30pm Mullum Concession: $112 Full Fee: $125

ARRANGING DRIED BOTANICALS with Leena Martens Join us for a creative workshop learning how to create two beautiful dried botanical designs to style your home or gift to someone special. This class provides practical demonstrations on the construction of a flower arrangement and a hand tied bouquet using a mixture of on trend dried flowers guiding you to design your own masterpiece ready to take home and enjoy for months to come.

Fri, 5 Feb | 9:30am - 2pm Mullum Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178

MOSAIC FOR BEGINNERS with Heather Stevenson Mosaic is a timeless, beautiful art form that stretches back thousands of years and is used all over the world. In this course you will create two beautiful artworks to take home using two completely different mosaic techniques. Learn about functionality and expression as two drivers for mosaic creation, and explore how to work with a vast range of different mosaic tesserae. Additional materials $40.

Sat & Sun, 13 - 14 March 9am - 5pm Mullum Concession: $202 Full Fee: $224

GELLIPLATE PRINTING with Lucille Campeanu NEW Join Lucy in creating beautiful

prints with the reusable Gelliplate. You can create backgrounds for mixed media, Create prints onto many different surfaces. We will also do some gelliplate picture transfers.

You won’t believe the fun you can have printing with this versatile plate. If you are a mixed media enthusiast, this will extend your capabilities. All materials are supplied for this class.

Sun, 14 Mar | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $127 Full Fee: $141

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SEWING FOR BEGINNERS with Annie Martin

PATTERN MAKING 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. Additional materials $5.

6 Tue, 16 Feb - 23 Mar | 6 - 8:30pm Byron Concession: $189 Full Fee: $210

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 Feb - 24 Mar | 6 - 8:30pm Byron Concession: $189 Full Fee: $210

KNITTING WITH NETTIE with Nettie Browne

LEADLIGHTING FOR BEGINNERS with Heather Stevenson

If you have always wanted to know how to knit then now is your chance! Learn the basics with Knitting Nettie as you create a beautiful scarf or poncho you will be proud to wear. Come along and learn how calming knitting can be in this small and supportive group.

6 Tue, 23 Feb - 30 Mar 1:30 - 3:30pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

Come and indulge yourself in the incredible beauty that is stained glass.

Perhaps you would like to convert a plain window, or make a feature out of that dull door. Learn the traditional techniques of leadlighting and create your own exquisite panel to take home.

Additional materials fee $55.

Sat & Sun, 20 - 21 Feb 9am - 5pm Mullum Concession: $202 Full Fee: $224

MACRAME TIMBER SWING with Tracey Raymond NEW During the workshop you

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will learn the ancient art of Macrame which is a form of textile produced using knotting. You will learn how to turn a double reef or square knot into a gorgeous indoor or outdoor swing.

Sat, 6 Mar | 10am - 1pm Mullum Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

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INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOUR MAGIC with Lucille Campeanu NEW Learn the basic techniques

for creating beautiful watercolours as you work your way through a series of projects and watch the magic appear. These become not only finished projects, but little references you can use in your future projects. All materials provided.

Sun, 21 Feb | 9am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $112 Full Fee: $125

SILVERSMITHING INTRODUCTION with Wendy Springfield In this course you will complete three or more pieces of jewellery. You will learn to design and size your own special ring, a linked chain bracelet and a solid multi-component cuff bangle. Skills taught include sawing, filing, sanding, polishing, annealing and soldering precious metal. The course sets you on a path to explore precious metal as a Fine Art and is a rewarding hobby.

Additional materials fee $70.

3 Sat, 13 - 27 Mar | 10am - 4:30pm Mullum Concession: $242 Full Fee: $269

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ENAMEL PENDANT WORKSHOP with Michelle Walker NEW Students will be introduced

SHIBORI AND INDIGO DYEING with Anne Leon

to basic dry enamelling techniques and will create a colourful enamel pendant. Using a variety of techniques, including sifting, counterenamelling, stencilling and other decoration methods, students will be introduced to vitreous kiln-fired enamelling. This course is suitable for beginners.

Sat, 13 Feb | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $131 Full Fee: $146

Learn the fascinating art of Indigo and Shibori ! Students will learn the basics of traditional Shibori techniques: Arashi and Bomaki (pole wrapping), Itajime (clamping) stitching, binding and wrapping to create beautiful patterns.

Also learn the art of creating an Indigo vat, without having to wait weeks for it to mature! Additional materials $50.

Sat & Sun, 20 - 21 Mar 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $194 Full Fee: $216

CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS with Stefanie Kwiatkista

SCREEN PRINTING with Anne Leon

Learn how to use basic crochet stitches and different textured yarns to create a beautiful scarf and another simple garment of your choice to take home.

Crochet is meditative, relaxing and lots of fun. When you get hooked you can’t stop. Come along and be creative.

2 Sat, 13 - 20 Mar | 10am - 2pm Mullum Concession: $107 Full Fee: $119

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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 $15.

3 Wed, 17 - 31 Mar 9:30am - 2:30pm Mullum Concession: $188 Full Fee: $209

Discover the joy of designing and printing your own images onto fabric, paper or timber. Suitable for beginners, or the more experienced artist who wishes to explore the medium further, all processes of screen-printing will be covered. Including the art of photoemulsion application, stripping your screen, and printing with solvent-free inks onto your choice of substrates. So join us and start printing. Additional materials $50.

Sat & Sun, 27-28 Feb | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $194 Full Fee: $216

“I loved that I got such a comprehensive intro to screen printing, inspiration and ideas for doing it myself at home, and of course my own finished artwork at the end of the course.”

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Drawing & Painting PLANT LIFE DRAWING 1 with Virginia Reid This 8 week art course will focus on drawing natural forms from life in a variety of mediums, inspired by the botanical work of several famous artists. The morning session will focus on drawing and the afternoon session will involve experimenting with mixed media, including cut and paste collage, mono-printing and constructing compositions for painting. It is not necessary to know how to draw for this course - this is for a complete beginner or an experienced artist, who is inspired by the natural world of plants and flowers could benefit from supported studio time to focus on their practice.

Mon, 8 Feb – 29 Mar | 9:30am – 3:30pm Full Fee: $290 Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $130 for all enrolments)

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Continue your journey from ‘Dreaming in Colour 1’ as we immerse ourselves in a style between realism and abstraction.

Draw inspiration from a range of expressionist painters who were more concerned with their emotional responses than an objective reality.

Drawing on memory, imagination, dreams and collage we will step through a process to help you draw and paint expressively with your own signature.

Suitable for beginners through to more experienced painters as tuition will be tailored to your individual level.

Tue, 9 Feb – 30 Mar | 9:30am – 3:30pm Full Fee: $290 Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $130 for all enrolments)

ART OF JUXTAPOSITION 1 with Virginia Reid The early 20th century technique of including every day material into the field of painting has gone onto influence every field of art practice since. During this 8 week course we will look at the work of various artists known for their use of collage and gain inspiration to construct new images for ourselves. No prior experience is necessary, collage is easy and relies only on a willingness to play with possibilities. You will be supported to develop the ideas that come from this practice and build a small body of work.

Thu, 11 Feb – 1 Apr | 9:30am – 3:30pm Full Fee: $290 Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $130 for all enrolments)

BREATHING THE LAND 2 with Virginia Reid Continue your experiential research from ‘Breathing the Land 1’ and focus on deepening your relationship to the landscape we inhabit. This 7 week art practice will incorporate a range of modalities including meditation, walking, observation, drawing and printing. Combine time out in the landscape with time in the Laneway Studio as we use materials from the landscape to respond to country, drawing with local ochres, dyeing paper with local botanicals, fuelling our visual responses with local research.

Frid, 12 Feb – 26 Mar | 9:30am – 3:30pm Full Fee: $290 Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $130 for all enrolments)

WATERCOLOUR MAGIC TWO LITTLE BIRDS with Lucille Campeanu NEW This two hour, online

workshop offers you some simple relaxing watercolour techniques to help you get creative, have fun and watch the magic appear.

Wed, 31 Mar | 10am - 12pm Online Concession: $22 Full Fee: $25

‘Tone does the work, colour gets the credit’ is an expression often used by artists. Learn to paint beautiful watercolours by painting tone with just one colour: Black! Create beautiful effects of light and dark; develop fresh, fluid wash effects and strong dynamic pictures. Demonstrations and guided exercises will improve your skills and confidence. Become better equipped to express the beauty of colour through this workshop in black and white.

2 Sat, 6 - 13 Feb | 9:30am - 4:30pm Byron Concession: $158 Full Fee: $175

PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS with Zom Osborne NEW The super power of acrylics is

their versatility. Acrylics can be used with various techniques and on a surprising variety of surfaces. In this class we will experiment with different approaches over the two days. While not an introduction to painting per se, the class is suitable for complete beginners, those new to acrylics or who want to explore different ways of using the medium.

2 Sat, 20 - 27 Feb | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $157 Full Fee: $174

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WATERCOLOUR IN BLACK AND WHITE with Harry Westera

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Sustainability 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 life? We will explore the foundations of Permaculture, where ecological understanding meets modern design and where science meets the arts and traditional knowledge systems. 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 Feb | 9am - 5pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

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PLANT PROPAGATION AND SEED SAVING - PDC with Bunya Halasz

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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. Discover how you can develop and evolve varieties of food plants that will have optimum productivity in the unique conditions of your own home garden.

Sat, 27 Feb | 9am - 5pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

SOILS - ORGANIC MANAGEMENT - PDC with Joey Venables 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, 26 Mar | 9am - 5pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

TREES AND PERENNIAL CROPS - CREATING FOOD FORESTS PDC with Bunya Halasz Learn how to design, establish and care for your own diverse, tree based food production system in a low maintenance fashion that works with natures 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, 27 Mar | 9am - 5pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

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, 28 Mar | 9am - 5pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

various earthen building materials such as Strawbales, Cob, Mudbricks & Lightearth, and learn how to use them in your project.

Sat, 27 Feb | 9am - 1pm Mullum Concession: $153 Full Fee: $170

INTRODUCTION TO PERMACULTURE DESIGN - PDC with James Nash 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 Feb | 9am - 5pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

NATIVE BEES INTRODUCTION with Richard Ray NEW Keeping native bees is easy!

They are harmless, effective pollinators, which is what makes them a popular addition to many Australian gardens. During this workshop you will learn about native bee biology, husbandry, lifecycle and habits. So whether you are interested in keeping them for honey or conservation these little bees make a great addition to any backyard.

Sat, 6 Mar | 9am - 1pm Mullum Concession: $76 Full Fee: $84

BUILD YOUR OWN ‘EARTH OVEN’ with Dani Wolff NEW This hands on course will

take you through the process of building a back yard oven made from clay & other earthen materials. These ovens can be scaled in size and used to cook wood fired pizzas, breads, crock pots and so much more!

Sat & Sun, 13 - 14 Mar | 9am - 1pm Mullum Concession: $179 Full Fee: $199

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INTRODUCTION TO NATURAL BUILDING with Dani Wolff NEW Come along to learn about

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OPEN GARDEN with Heather Stevenson NEW Visit a thriving urban food

garden. So, you are interested in growing your own backyard fruit and veggies, maybe incorporating a couple of chooks. You know a bit about it, but would love to see how someone else is actually managing it, warts and all.

Spend a morning having a good old sticky-beak at Heather’s small kitchen garden. Wander around, ask questions, and get some great advice and ideas for your own food-based garden.

Sat, 20 Mar | 9 - 11am Mullum Concession: $44 Full Fee: $49

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, 27 Feb | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $88 Full fee: $98

BUILDING A TINY HOUSE with Angel Grimaldi NEW Learn all the skills and steps

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to build your own off-grid tiny house. Based on practical experience by the tutor - who built and lives in his own tiny house, this course will give the necessary guidance to plan your design and build your own tiny house. You will develop an understanding of the whole project, from sourcing the materials, to design and implementation, to the different sources of renewable energy.

This course will save you money and months of research.

Sat, 20 Mar | 9am - 5pm Mullum Concession: $107 Full Fee: $119

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NATIVE PLANT IDENTIFICATION AND BUSH TUCKER with Joey Venables

BICYCLE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE with Angel Grimaldi NEW Learn how to

perform regular maintenance to get the maximum out of your bicycle, become comfortable fixing a puncture and adjusting brakes and gears. It is really worthwhile to do a maintenance course even if you usually have your bike serviced by a shop. Knowing how to adjust brakes and gears “on the run”, etc will give you the confidence to fix it yourself to keep yourself going if something goes wrong on the ride.

Fri, 26 Mar | 9am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

with Steve Fowler NEW 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, 7 Feb | 11 am - 7 pm Mullum Concession: $122 Full Fee: $136

Stud e n t Suppor t

Making the decision to learn and enrol in a course can be incredibly exciting. The prospect of learning new skills, changing or starting a new career comes with hope and expectation as well as some fear and uncertainty. Embracing the communities diverseness, our students are a mix of those wanting to change their lives and those of others. Some are fresh out of school, some have not studied for more than twenty years , some have learning barriers from traditional schooling systems that didn’t work for them, some never completed high school, some have language, literacy or numeracy issues and some are university educated looking to further their career.

Every year the Byron Community College embraces this diverse mix of students with their hopes, dreams and challenges and supports them to achieve the very best outcome for them in the pursuit of their vocational learning journey.

With a dedicated team in Student Support and Foundation Skills, Byron Community College works closely with all students – guiding you through the enrolment process, funding available, wellbeing and general student support in terms of completing assessments, tasks, answering questions or simply someone to reach out to when things may get overwhelming.

This term we farewell Lance Hopson who is retiring after 10 years at Byron Community College. For many Lance may have been one of the first team members you met when you walked in through the front door. He has touched the lives of so many, as many will attest in our community, and been a profound influence on helping students complete studies, overcome challenges and achieve their dreams.

We are though incredibly excited to welcome Katherina Kiss who has joined the team in the role of Student Support. Katherina comes with years of experience and community care in her various professional and volunteer roles within Byron Shire.

Katherina is supported by Dianne Meehan our Foundation Skills Co-ordinator who’s care and support has seen many students improve their literacy, numeracy and digital skills.

So as you embark on your learning journey for 2021, know that you are not alone and support is available should you need it.

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Languages

GERMAN LEVEL 2 with Stefanie Kwiatkista

SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS with Yolanda Santiago A fun and friendly introduction to the Spanish language. The course will cover pronunciation, understanding and development of vocabulary, basic reading and conversation. Some homework is involved.

8 Mon, 8 Feb - 29 Mar 5:30 - 7:30pm Byron Concession: $202 Full Fee: $224

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, 11 Feb - 1 Apr 5:30 - 7:30pm Byron Concession: $202 Full Fee: $224

JAPANESE FOR BEGINNERS with Katsuko Nara

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This course is a great introduction to the beautiful Japanese language.

Whether you are planning a trip abroad or interested in Japanese history and culture, here is your chance to practise and develop Japanese language skills.

6 Tue, 9 Feb - 16 Mar | 6 - 8pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

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JAPANESE LEVEL 2 with Katsuko Nara A continuation from Japanese for Beginners this course is for those who have a basic knowledge of Japanese and are keen to keep practising their skills. Katsuko will build on what has already been covered and encourage your reading, writing and conversation skills.

6 Thu, 11 Feb - 18 Mar | 6 - 8pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

A continuation of the German for Beginners - Level 1 course or for those who have some basic knowledge of German. Students will learn more reading, writing and conversational skills in a fun atmosphere.

6 Thu, 11 Feb - 18 Mar 6:30 - 8:30pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

PARLEZ-VOUS FRANCAIS? with Monique Lavail Do you already speak basic French but want to practise your conversation skills? This course is ideal for you to enjoy a practical and social experience while you learn more about the French language and culture. This is an intermediate French conversational course with proactive and interactive participation with the whole group.

So, whether you want to improve your French for business or travel, this course will take your skills to the next level.

8 Tue, 9 Feb - 30 Mar | 5 - 7pm Mullum Concession: $202 Full Fee: $224

MANDARIN FOR BEGINNERS with Ling Sun In this course you will learn basic Mandarin pronunciation, vocabulary, phrases and short contents in self introduction, number/dates/time, food/ drinks and daily activities, introduction of a few interesting characters compositions as well as historical and contemporary Chinese customs and culture.

6 Tue, 16 Feb - 23 Mar | 7 - 9pm Online Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

Are you fascinated by Italian language?

Are you planning a trip to Italy or have an Italian partner or friend? Maybe you are just fond of Italian music and movies and want to learn Italian. Whatever your reasons are, this course is your answer.

You will learn this poetic language in a fun and fast way, get great travel tips and cultural insights. No prior knowledge required.

6 Tue, 23 Feb - 30 Mar | 7 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $157 Full Fee: $174

PORTUGUESE FOR BEGINNERS with Renata Guerra Domingues Carmello 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 Wed, 24 Feb - 31 Mar 5:30 - 7:30pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

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ITALIAN FOR BEGINNERS with Erica Susanna

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Wellbeing AYURVEDA AN INTRODUCTION with Christina Covington This course will plant the roots for understanding and deeply connecting with this ancient tradition of ayurveda and its alchemy with the elements. We journey with the elements to find an ease of understanding, learning how to simply integrate this into your daily life, for health and wellbeing.

4 Mon, 1 - 22 Feb | 6 - 9pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

FACE YOGA with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch Face Yoga. 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 Wed, 3 - 24 Feb | 10am - 12pm Mullum Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

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LOMI LOMI MASSAGE TRAINING with Tina Featherheart

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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 Mon, 8 - 22 Feb | 10am - 5pm Byron Concession: $260 Full Fee: $289

LOMI LOMI - LEVEL 2 with Tina Featherheart 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!

3 Mon, 15 - 29 Mar | 10am - 5pm Byron Concession: $260 Full Fee: $289

IMPROVE YOUR GUT HEALTH with Louise Plant Your digestive system houses about 85 percent of your immune system and when your GI tract is not working well, a wide range of health problems can appear, including allergies and autoimmune diseases. Balancing the menagerie of microorganisms that occupy your GI tract is a key part of maintaining your immune health. Learn how to make, heal and repair the gut with the power of food and ferments.

2 Fri, 5 - 12 Feb | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178

“Tina’s teaching methods are excellent.

She is very dedicated to her students and gives you one to one experience” Tina – Lomi Lomi Massage Training

PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT AND HEALING with Ri Fraser

Reiki is a 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. This is a healing journey open to everyone for a relaxing and inspiring workshop. Empower yourself today and bring this ancient healing art into your life.

Sat & Sun, 13 - 14 Feb | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

In these classes you will learn the basic anatomy and qualities of the subtle energy body. The energy body holds the underlying blueprint for the physical body. Being able to read energy fields of oneself and others and the environment around you helps enormously to make good choices for daily life, relationships and health. We will increase intuition and sensitivity through meditations, visualisations and exercises. Included are some self-healing practices.

2 Wed, 17 - 24 Mar 10am - 1pm Mullum Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112

REIKI LEVEL II with Catherine Harrison

COMMUNICATION FOR CLARITY AND CONNECTION with Paulette Bray-Narai

Continue on 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 healing’s. In Reiki Level II 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 & join us for an enjoyable insightful workshop.

Students must have completed Reiki Level I to attend.

Fri, Sat & Sun, 9 - 11 Apr 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $227 Full Fee: $252

Most of us long for harmony in our relationships, yet so often the way we express ourselves and listen to each other leads to misunderstanding, frustration and disconnection. This course will introduce you to ways of communicating and listening based on “Nonviolent Communication”, the revolutionary work of Dr Marshall Rosenberg. This practical, learnable process has been proven to contribute to greater understanding, connection and harmony in any relationship whether with your family, friends, colleagues or intimate partner, and of course – yourself.

Wed, 17 Feb | 10am - 2pm Byron Concession: $76 Full Fee: $84

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REIKI LEVEL 1 with Catherine Harrison

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WOMEN’S WELLNESS WORKSHOP with Cate Bales Are you sick of feeling tired, stressed and worried? Do you have trouble sleeping, gain weight easily, have brain fog and digestive upsets? These are all common health problems that can be resolved. Come along to a fun, interactive women’s group coaching programme where you’ll develop the confidence and motivation to address your challenges and succeed.

4 Wed, 17 Feb - 10 Mar 6 - 7:30pm Mullum Concession: $110 Full Fee: $122

HERBAL LOTIONS AND POTIONS with Louise Plant

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Making your own herbal lotions and potions is a great way to know what you’re putting onto your skin. Join us as we learn to make a selection of body care products that are sure to get your skin glowing whilst gaining the benefits and healing properties of herbs.

We will cover the art of extraction, infusion, harvesting and drying techniques for optimum potentiality for topical preparations, lotions, potions, decoctions and infusions. Let’s share the herbal love in this fun filled class as we revitalize and nourish our skin.

2 Sat, 20 - 27 Feb | 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $179 Full Fee: $199

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THE ANXIETY BUSTING COURSE with Cass Curran NEW The Anxiety Busting Course

is a safe, fun and effective way to move beyond anxiety to a life that is more relaxed, more positively productive and a lot more fun. In six sessions over six weeks, learn skills and acquire tools and resources that will support you to bust your anxiety for good.

6 Mon, 22 Feb - 29 Mar 6:30 - 8pm Mullum Concession: $156 Full Fee: $173

GOLF FOR BEGINNERS with Chris Graham 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 5 weeks covering all of the basics including short game, long game and on-course play.

5 Tue, 9 Feb - 9 Mar 12:15 - 2:15 pm Ocean Shores OR 5 Fri, 26 Feb - 26 Mar 9:30 - 11:30 am Ocean Shores Concession: $140 Full Fee: $155

SOURDOUGH BUSINESS PATHWAYS

StartUp, SkillUp, ScaleUp with Sourdough Business Pathways Join a Sourdough Business Pathways program in 2021 to support your business growth.

Whether you’re a startup wanting to get your new business concept to market, a fledgling business wanting to learn new skills or an existing business wanting to scale up to the next level of business growth, Sourdough offers a program to support your needs.

Mentoring – Tap into our extensive network of mentor expertise, wisdom and knowledge to help inspire, support and empower your business journey. Whether it’s a single conversation or ongoing sessions we will find the right fit for your business.

Business Skills Workshops – An extensive program of workshops and events ranging from strategy, marketing, finance and funding to provide real, practical skills.

StartUp Northern Rivers: Sourdough Pre-Accelerator Program – An 8 week immersive program giving you the tools and skills to turn your business ideas into reality with like minded entrepreneurs and expert facilitators and mentors. The program is designed to take your emerging business ideas from conception (ideation) through to a minimum viable product (MVP). Expressions of Interest now open for the March 2021 intake.

Sourdough Business Women (SBW) – Empowering the region’s business women to build successful businesses for themselves through a range of program, events and mentoring. Designed to provide expertise, support, empowerment and guidance, SBW events run on the 1st Wednesday of every month.

providing tenants office spaces with the focus on helping businesses achieve what’s really important, expanding their business. The thriving community of resident businesses receiving mentoring support and access to workshops, events and networking opportunities.

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Sourdough Innovation Hub – A dynamic and unique hub located in Mullumbimby,

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Introd u cing

Tutor: Introduction to Floristry

Leena Martens

My career in floristry was inspired by a flower arrangement given to my Mum when I was a teenager. I remember thinking: “I’d like to know how to make that.”

After completing Year 10, I was fortunate to be offered full-time employment in the florist shop where I had done my school work-experience. That led to a career that I love.

As well as formal study early on, I benefitted from on-the job training and mentoring. Floristry is a career where you have to work your way up. I did a lot of scrubbing buckets and basic flower preparation in my early years!

I am now a freelance florist as well as teaching others who share my love of flowers.

There’s no experience needed for the classes I run at the College. They are an opportunity for anyone to dip their toe into floristry. Some students are keen to learn about the industry and others simply want to indulge their creativity or learn a new skill.

One of the best parts of the classes is that everyone walks away with something – maybe a Christmas wreath or a hand tied bouquet – that they can proudly display in their home. I love seeing the sense of achievement students have at the end of a class. Adult education is so important in offering people the opportunity to pursue a creative skill, whether for personal interest or career prospects.

For anyone considering floristry or another course, I’d say don’t hesitate. My career started from small things and is proof that you never know where an interest can lead.

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

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