Byron Community College Term 1 Course Program 2022

BYRON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Create your future

TERM 1 COURSE PROGRAM January - April 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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Sustainability 23 Languages 26 Wellbeing 28 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: Audrey Harnett

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) @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.

W ha t co uld I possib ly d o wit h m y life now!

For the past 25 years I have been the person with the privilege and responsibility to grow one of the most successfully recognised and awarded community colleges in Australia. I also have the joy of sometimes reflecting on what makes it all worthwhile.

Years ago, I was at a diverse gathering of local residents, some of whom had only recently come here to live. The Mayor at the time, responding to a question, gave her advice on how these new arrivals could get involved and connected in the community.

She remarked that as well as appreciating the wonderful country that nurtures us, there were two immediate actions she strongly encouraged: one to be a volunteer (oh, so many options), and the other to enrol in an adult community education course (also so many options!).

Then, much further back, I remember a time of confusion in my twenties where my place and view in the world seemed to slip from being meaningful. But I was fortunate not to stay in despair. The main turning point was finding enough of my own will and determination to change one aspect of my life. And with one action where I did have choice, a small spark went on to ignite new interests and relationships, that then gave deeper meaning and purpose to my onward journey.

We live in a time where healing and a discerning vision are paramount…. maybe lifelong-learning is too. Learning from both the wisdom and the mistakes of the past, learning who we want to be and mix with, and learning how, amid all that is wrong with humanity, we can make light in our own authentic inner selves, enabling us to live, work and contribute with our best joyful intentions.

So yes, enjoy a good flick through this delightful offering of learning. With my cast and crew, I’m proud to be overseeing my 100th program term and I’m still happily on the big learning curve of life! Looking here, you may satisfy the desire for something different, useful, creative, healthy or vocational (or all five!), you may enrich the business side and busy-ness of your life, and you may also end up engaging in an activity or two that connects you with other passionate, forwardthinking learners!

We are blessed to be in the Byron Shire. We have some of the best tutors and offerings anywhere. Even people from other places tell us this. And then there’s a wonderful bunch of staff at the College, keeping it all flowing and to assist you if you want help and advice, or just to listen to your suggestions. All the best with your choices for this new year and may it be a good one.

Warm regards Richard Vinycomb Director

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 2 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 that 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.

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

Our full qualifications are Centrelink approved and you may be eligible for Austudy. *This training is subsidised by the NSW Government

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

HLTAID009 - PROVIDE CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION Tue 18 Jan 9am - 12pm Mullum or Thu 17 Feb 9am - 12pm Byron or Mon 14 Mar 9am – 12pm Mullum or Mon 11 Apr 9am - 12pm Byron Concession: $71 Full fee: $79

HLTAID011 - PROVIDE FIRST AID Tue 18 Jan 9am - 4pm Mullum or Thu 17 Feb 9am - 4pm Byron or Mon 14 Mar 9am – 4pm Mullum or Mon 11 Apr 9am - 4pm Byron Concession: $126 Full fee: $140

HLTAID012 - PROVIDE AN EMERGENCY FIRST AID RESPONSE IN AN EDUCATION & CARE SETTING Tue 18 Jan 9am - 5pm Mullum or Thu 17 Feb 9am - 5pm Byron or Mon 14 Mar 9am – 5pm Mullum or Mon 11 Apr 9am - 5pm Byron Concession: $162 Full fee: $180

Tutor for Certificate III in Permaculture

My journey in permaculture started as a child, at my grandfather’s farm that provided nearly everything he needed. Until I went to the city, I assumed everybody lived like that! His farm followed permaculture principles way before the term was coined. Permaculture and bamboo have been central to my life for over thirty years. I’ve established permaculture farms, taught workshops and started community gardens in far northern Queensland and Timor Leste, including with Indigenous and refugee communities. My great love is to work within these cultures. After returning to Mullumbimby to be with family in 2019, I was invited to teach at the College.

Permaculture has changed over the past few years to being cool rather than a ‘dirty word’. It has shifted as more people are recognising climate change. Now, COVID has increased recognition of the importance of community.

I love seeing students’ creativity and watching them reach their full potential.

Through collecting warm eggs, gathering armfuls of produce to take home and turning cartwheels in the College courtyard, we come to celebrate the strengths of everybody in each group. My advice to anyone considering a permaculture course is to do some background homework before applying, including understanding that permaculture is not the same as gardening. We often have three times as many applications as there are places, including from people prepared to travel in order to do the course. Make use of the support of the College’s amazing administration staff and be prepared to commit. After all, who wouldn’t want to do permaculture?

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING

Jules Hartmann

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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.

AHC33816 CERTIFICATE III IN PERMACULTURE

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So you’ve heard a bit about permaculture and 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.

Tue & Wed, 1 Feb – 26 Oct 2022 l 9 am – 3:30 pm *Fee free places available for most NSW residents, see p.4 or website for details

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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, enabling you to 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.

Thur & Fri, 10 Feb – 9 Dec 2022 l 9 am – 3:30 pm *Fee free places available for most NSW residents, see p.4 or website for details

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.

Thur & Fri, 10 Feb – 16 Sep 2022 l 9 am – 3:30 pm *Fee free places available for most NSW residents, see p.4 or website for details

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.

Mon, 7 Feb – 28 Mar | 9.30 am – 3.30 pm | Full Fee: $250 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $80 for all enrolments)

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.

Thu, 3 Feb – 24 Mar | 9.30 am – 3.30 pm | Full Fee: $250 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $80 for all enrolments)

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PERMACULTURE DESIGN COURSE (PDC) Learn how to design, build and maintain abundantly productive food gardens and human settlements with a deep reverence of 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...

Fri, Sat & Sun, various dates between 25 Feb - 22 May | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $1,350 Full Fee: $1,500

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N a t io n a l ly R ecognise d T r ain in g Enrol now to secure your spot!

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!

Mon and Tue, 24 Jan – 28 Jun 2022 l 9 am – 4 pm *Fee free places available for most NSW residents, see p.4 or website for details

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.

Tue and Wed (Plus Monday clinics from Term 2) 1 Feb – 21 Sept 2022 l 9 am – 4 pm *Fee free places available for most NSW residents, see p.4 or website for details

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.

Wed and Thu, 23 Feb – 25 Aug 2022 l 9 am – 4 pm *Fee free places available for most NSW residents, see p.4 or website for details

Business

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING - ONLINE CLASS with Julie Hamilton

Want to create posters, manipulate images, add text, save for web and print? This well-designed course leads you step-by-step into the world of adjustments, touch-ups, layers, text and masks, leaving you fully enabled to create and adjust your own artwork.

Basic computer skills required, and an Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud account.

6 Mon, 14 Feb - 21 Mar | 6 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $284 Full Fee: $316 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4

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 Fri, 18 Feb - 25 Mar 1:30 - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $292 Full Fee: $325 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4

POWER PINTEREST with Louise Sommer Pinterest is a must for online business!

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.

Sat & Sun, 26 - 27 Feb 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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PHOTOSHOP FOR BEGINNERS with Tirza Abb

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. This is not a beginners social media course.

3 Fri, 11 - 25 Mar | 9 am - 1 pm Online Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4

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VLOGGING FOR BEGINNERS with Julie Hamilton Vlogging is one of the most effective ways to reach a big audience. Learn the basics of vlogging and how to promote your vlog online. 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, 15 - 22 Mar | 5 - 8 pm Online Concession: $122 Full Fee: $135 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4

CANVA FOR BUSINESS with Kylie Mowbray-Allen Get your business on-brand; connect to your ideal audience and learn how to create better graphics using Canva.

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!

Tue & Thu, 8 - 17 Feb | 3 - 5 pm Online Concession: $122 Full Fee: $136 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4

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Julie Hamilton

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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.

Thu, 3 Feb | 9 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $122 Full Fee: $136

“I found Nelly to be an excellent tutor with a great personal skill set in her subject matter.

I learnt more from the course than I was hoping for and really enjoyed the day” Karen - Smartphone Photography

Tutor for Social Media Marketing/ Vlogging for Beginners/ Make Money Writing for Online Julie is an experienced Digital, Content and Social Media Marketer. She’s worked with leading Australian brands, such as Commbank, WWF Australia and NRMA Insurance to create and execute award winning digital and social solutions and strategies. Julie has expertise in e-commerce, content marketing, digital strategy, UX, SEO/SEM, social media, direct marketing, website design, blogging, video production, branding, newsletters plus online and social campaigns. She’s passionate about working with medium, small and micro business owners to help them achieve success with their websites and social channels.

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 Tue, 1 - 22 Mar 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $190 Full Fee: $211 *Ace Program Fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p. 4

TECH SAVVY SENIORS with Katherina Kiss 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 Mon, 14 Feb - 21 Mar | 1 - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $25 Full Fee: $25

EXCEL AS A DATABASE with Mark Baumert 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.

1 Thu, 24 Mar 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $87 Full Fee: $97

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.

1 Fri, 4 Mar | 9 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $80 Full Fee: $89

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INTERNET SECURITY 101 with Gerold Mayr

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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 & 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 Thu, 24 Feb - 31 Mar | 2 - 5 pm Byron Concession: $246 Full Fee: $273

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 Wed, 2 - 23 Mar | 6:30 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

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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!

3 Sat, 5 - 19 Feb 10 am - 12:30 pm Online Concession: $144 Full Fee: $160 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4

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. 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, 12 - 19 Mar | 10 am - 1 pm Online Concession: $122 Full Fee: $135 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4

WRITING FOR WELLBEING with Annie Barrett 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, 26 Mar | 10 am - 3 pm Byron Concession: $96 Full Fee: $107

THE ART OF TRAVEL WRITING with Louise Sommer 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?

2 Sun, 6 - 13 Feb | 10 am - 12 pm Online Concession: $112 Full Fee: $125

INTENSIVE WRITING WORKSHOP with Wendy Champagne NEW Whether you want to write

your short novel, a business course, a script for a film or documentary, a series of kick-butt blogs, a podcast or a dynamic biography for your business, this is the place to start. Designed to provide a strong foundation for the writing process as well as challenge limitations. Most importantly the aim is to ensure that a piece of work, and a writer’s confidence in that work, progresses.

4 Wed, 2 - 23 Mar | 6 - 8 pm Online Concession: $144 Full Fee: $160

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, 7 Feb | 10 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $125 Full Fee: $139

THE PROPOSAL with Wendy Champagne NEW Writers and filmmakers, get

the guidance you need to move through the early steps of your Project and onto a finished proposal.

Whether publishing or putting together a film proposal, this course is a motivating, illuminating guide to navigating the challenges of beginning a project and then moving successfully to the end of Stage One. 2 Sat, 12 - 19 Mar | 10 am - 1:30 pm Byron Concession: $94 Full Fee: $104

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 milk, 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, 27 Mar | 2 pm - 5 pm Byron Concession: $107 Full Fee: $119

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, 27 Feb | 2 pm - 7 pm Byron Concession: $147 Full Fee: $163

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VEGAN TRANSITION with Arianne Schreiber

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Mus ic ,Pe r f orm an ce & D a nce SALSA LATINO PIANO with Camilo Losada Want to learn spicy rhythms on your piano? Learn how to spice up your sound playing hot Latino rhythms from Cuba Island and the best of Caribbean music. Suitable for intermediate players, bring along your keyboard and learn basic tumbao patterns (Latin grooves), piano bass technique, Salsa, Son, Cha Cha Cha, Guajira and more!

8 Tue, 8 Feb - 29 Mar | 6 - 8 pm Mullum Concession: $214 Full Fee: $238

MUSI C, P E RF O RMANCE & DANC E

STAND UP COMEDY with Greg Sullivan

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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 Wed, 9 - 23 Feb | 7 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $104 Full Fee: $116

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 Mon, 7 Feb - 14 Mar 6 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $249 Full Fee: $277

BELLYDANCE BLISS with Tatiana Keller

BLUES HARMONICA with Stephen Duff

AFRO-CUBAN PERCUSSION with Michele Salaris

An introduction to blues harmonica for complete beginners, or anyone with very limited experience. Each week discover simple licks and tunes from early acoustic Delta blues through to the amplified harmonica of Chicago in the late 40s and 50s. This is a hands-on (and lips!) course.

8 Wed, 9 Feb - 30 Mar 6 - 8 pm Mullum Concession: $213 Full Fee: $237

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Join 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.

7 Mon, 14 Feb - 28 Mar 6 - 7:15 pm Mullum Concession: $117 Full Fee: $130

Find your fire with the ancient drums and rhythm patterns of traditional Afro-Cuban 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, 14 Feb - 4 Apr 6 - 7:30 pm Mullum Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178

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GUITAR FOR BEGINNERS with Karl Farren

SONGWRITING with Tristan Alaba

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, 15 Feb - 22 Mar | 7 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

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!

6 Fri, 18 Feb - 25 Mar 10 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $195 Full Fee: $217

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 Beginners 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, 16 Feb - 23 Mar 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, 17 Feb - 24 Mar | 7 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

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 Tue, 1 - 15 Mar | 7 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $104 Full Fee: $116

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HOW MUSIC WORKS - MUSIC THEORY YOU CAN USE with Karl Farren In this course we will have fun exploring music theory including chords, key, harmony and rhythm. My goal is to unlock some of the mysteries of music theory, so you can use this knowledge to broaden and enrich your playing, your singing, your songwriting, your band, your choir, your ukulele group.

Feel free to bring along your instrument.

Additional materials $10.

5 Sat, 12 Mar to 9 Apr 9:30 - 11:30 am Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

MU SI C, P ERF OR MANC E & DANCE

GUITAR 2 - UNLOCKING YOUR GUITAR with Karl Farren

CAGED CHORDS FOR GUITAR with Kristan Burnnand

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Photogr aphy PHOTOGRAPHY - YOUR PERSONAL VISION with Michelle Eabry 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 Mon, 14 Feb - 21 Mar | 6 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $249 Full Fee: $277

CYANOTYPE PRINTING with Raimond de Weerdt

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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. Try something new and learn to create beautiful pieces of artwork at home. Additional materials $20.

Sat, 26 Feb | 10 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92

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GET YOUR CAMERA OFF AUTO with Nelly le Comte Do you own an amazing DSLR and it’s still on Auto? Let me teach you how to use your DSLR camera to its full potential. We will work with aperture and exposure going beyond auto or program mode. Based on weekly theory classes and fun assignments, you will learn how to capture better images, improve week by week, and end up with great shots that you are happy to share with others as you become more confident with your camera.

This course is suited to introductory/ intermediate DSLR users.

4 Wed, 9 - 30 Mar 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $185

CYANOTYPE PRINTING 2 with Raimond de Weerdt This workshop is for those who have some experience printing Cyanotypes and want to take their skills to the next level. Students will be shown how to print from negatives, toning prints and creating wet on wet Cyanotypes.

Additional materials $20.

Sat, 12 Mar | 10 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92

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 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.

Thu, 10 Feb – 3 Mar | 9:30am – 2:30pm 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.

Thu, 10 Mar – 31 Mar | 9:30am - 2:30pm Full Fee: $400 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $270 for all enrolments)

ADVANCED FLORISTRY Leena Martens Expand your floristry knowledge even further. This course is for students who have completed our Floristry Introduction and Intermediate courses or those who have some basic floristry experience. Each week offers the opportunity to learn and create six different floral designs ranging from, professionally wired wrist corsages to stunning garden style bouquets and complimentary table arrangements.

Fri, 11 Mar – 1 Apr | 9:30am - 2:30pm Full Fee: $400 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $290 for all enrolments)

SUSTAINABLE FASHION with Cate Coorey NEW Join the movement to change

the way we make and buy clothes. With guests from industry who are already doing it, learn about recycling, upcycling, bespoke and slow fashion, sourcing materials and makers. Reduce the mountain of ‘fast’ fashion and start producing clothing that doesn’t exploit people or cost the earth.

Fri, 11 Feb – 1 Apr | 9:30am - 3:30pm Full Fee: $300 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $100 for all enrolments)

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, 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, 19 - 20 Feb 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $221 Full Fee: $246

SCULPTURE INTRODUCTION with Joanne Mulcahy-Zubani Learn to work with your hands and unleash your creative skills as you experiment with several forms of sculpture. We will be working with wire, clay, carving, construction and found object art. You will have the opportunity to develop your own creative expression as you work on finalising pieces to completion.

2 Sun, 20 - 27 Feb 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Mullum Concession: $243 Full Fee: $270

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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, 9 - 30 Mar | 10 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $359 Full Fee: $399

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, 12 - 19 Feb | 10 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $117 Full Fee: $130

CROCHET LEVEL 2 with Stefanie Kwiatkista NEW Make and finish a garment of

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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, 12 - 19 Mar | 10 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $117 Full Fee: $130

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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 Fri, 18 Feb - 4 Mar 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Mullum Concession: $206 Full Fee: $229

SCREEN PRINTING with Anne Leon Discover the joy of designing and printing your own images onto fabric, paper or timber. Suitable for beginners, or experienced artists, all processes of screen-printing will be covered, including the art of photo-emulsion application, stripping your screen, and printing with solvent-free inks onto your choice of substrates: from t-shirts and textiles to paper and plywood. Get your design photographically exposed onto your screen, and start printing.

Additional materials $50.

Sat & Sun, 19 - 20 Mar 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $213 Full Fee: $237

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, 22 Feb - 29 Mar 6 - 8:30 pm Byron Concession: $234 Full Fee: $260

PATTERN MAKING FOR BEGINNERS with Annie Martin 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, 23 Feb - 30 Mar 6 - 8:30 pm Byron Concession: $234 Full Fee: $260

LEADLIGHTING FOR BEGINNERS with Heather Stevenson 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 $60 Sat & Sun, 12 - 13 Mar 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $221 Full Fee: $246

SCULPTURAL METALWORK FOR WOMEN with Nyree Smith NEW 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.

Sat, 19 Mar | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $236 Full Fee: $262

WELDING FOR WOMEN, INTRODUCTION with Nyree Smith

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Learn basic electric (mig) welding skills while creating your own stunning metal jewellery box/ pencil case. Let metal artisan/ fabricator, Nyree take you on a journey to greater independence and practical, creative empowerment through the amazing world of metalwork!

Sat, 12 Mar | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $236 Full Fee: $262

WELDING INTRODUCTION 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, 13 Mar | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $236 Full Fee: $262

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SEWING FOR BEGINNERS with Annie Martin

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SCULPTURAL METALWORK with Nyree Smith NEW Design and create a garden

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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.

Sun, 20 Mar | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $236 Full Fee: $262

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SCREEN PRINTING ONTO CERAMICS with Anne Leon NEW 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 bisque-fired ceramics.

Sat & Sun, 2 - 3 Apr 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $213 Full Fee: $237

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.

Sat, 19 Mar | 9 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $113 Full Fee: $125

SHIBORI AND INDIGO DYEING with Anne Leon 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, 19 - 20 Feb 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $213 Full Fee: $237

THE ART OF JUXTAPOSITION 2 with Virginia Reid The Art of Juxtaposition 2 will extend the 2D graphic collage explorations of The Art of Juxtaposition 1 and provide an opportunity to consider collage as the basis for making paintings and sculptures. Collage is easy and relies only on a willingness to play with possibilities. During the course students will be individually supported to develop ideas that come from this practice and build a body of work.

Wed, 9 Feb – 30 Mar | 9:30am – 3:30pm Full Fee: $370 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $130 for all enrolments)

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.

Tue, 8 Feb – 29 Mar | 9:30am – 3:30pm Full Fee: $370 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p.4 (additional resource fee of $130 for all enrolments)

BREATHING THE LAND 2 with Virginia Reid Breathing the Land 2 is an invitation to begin or to continue an experiential research project focusing on deepening our relationship to the landscape we inhabit. We will incorporate a range of modalities including meditation, walking, observation, drawing, painting and assemblage and make use of materials from the landscape to respond to country, drawing with local ochres, dying paper with local botanicals.

Thu, 10 Feb – 31 Mar | 9:30am – 3:30pm Full Fee: $370 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $130 for all enrolments)

PAINTING LANDSCAPES WITH ACRYLICS with Chantelle Tranchina Capture the beauty of a landscape through an exploration of mediums, elements and principles of design! With a primary focus on acrylic painting and sketching, this class aims to teach a range of techniques from how to capture the perfect composition, mixing the exact colours, using traditional design principles to create the illusion of depth and realism within your sketches and paintings. This is a fun transformative class suitable for any artistic level!

6 Wed, 2 Feb - 9 Mar | 6 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $242 Full Fee: $269

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Drawing & Painting

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PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS with Zom Osborne 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.

4 Mon, 14 Feb - 7 Mar 10 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

ABSTRACT PAINTING with Chantelle Tranchina

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This innovative short course focuses on the practical art elements and principles of design required to produce a gorgeous abstract art work. This is heavily based on the practical side, with a small amount of theory explaining techniques. You will have time in class to focus on producing 3 or 4 small abstract pieces of your own.

4 Tue, 1 - 22 Feb | 6 - 9 pm Mullum Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178

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ALTERNATIVE COMICS AND ZINES with Holly English NEW Learn about the fun and

fantastic world of alternative comics and zines for grown-ups. Make your own comics and zines in the process! A fun and interactive course with Holly, who is a twice shortlisted finalist for the BP International Zine Award and Australian Comics Award.

6 Tue, 15 Feb - 22 Mar 6:30 - 8:30 pm Byron Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178

COLOURS FROM NATURE with Janelle Schafer NEW Learn about a range of herbs

and shrubs suitable to grow in our local area, that can be used for extracting dye or as weaving materials to create your own dye and fibre garden.

We will cover soil preparation, compost maintenance, weed control, planting, cultivation and management techniques for growing these abundant and useful species - a must for those serious about sustainable fashion and basketry.

Thu, 17 Feb – 17 Mar | 9 am – 3 pm Full Fee: $250 *Ace program fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $80 for all enrolments)

BACKYARD PERMACULTURE LIVING LABORATORY with Lucy Legan Your backyard may be the most essential learning space for your family. Discover how to use whole-systems thinking strategies to create a living-learning laboratory where children can play, eat healthily and understand nature. Learn how to apply permaculture principles within curriculum guidelines to support homeschooling, nature-based learning or caring educators.

2 Sat, 5 - 12 Feb | 9 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $186 Full Fee: $207

COMMUNITY DESIGN AND SOCIAL PERMACULTURE - PDC with Dani Wolff Learn about social permaculture design, supporting humans to be effective and thrive together. Explore ideas around collaborative governance and decision-making, social enterprise, localised community living, integrated permaculture lifestyles.

Fri, 11 Mar | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

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, 25 Feb | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

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, 27 Feb | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

PLANT PROPAGATION 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.

Sat, 26 Feb | 9 - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

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WATER - SYSTEMS FOR THE HOME AND LANDSCAPE - PDC with James Nash Learn how to work with water in the landscape, exploring theoretical and practical examples of water harvesting, catching, storing and irrigation, changing our mindset from draining to ‘sponging’ water INTO the landscape. We will investigate and visit a range of local and global examples of swales, keylines, earthworks, wicking beds, dams, aquaponics and water biofiltration methods.

Sun, 10 Apr | 9 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

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Explore some of the latest innovations in green building techniques and materials, site layout, biophilic design, home ecology, house and village design, including tiny houses. Learn how to apply design methods to preserve foods, generate energy and heat, provide domestic drinking water, treat grey and black water, composting toilets and more.

Sat, 9 Apr | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

TREES AND PERENNIAL CROPS - CREATING FOOD FORESTS PDC with Bunya Halasz

VEGETABLES - INTEGRATED ORGANIC PRODUCTION - 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 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, 12 Mar | 9 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

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, 13 Mar | 9 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

ANIMALS - INTEGRATED PRODUCTION SYSTEMS - PDC with Sharon Gibson

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SETTLEMENTS - SUSTAINABLE HOUSING AND APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY - PDC with James Nash

Learn how to incorporate animals into the design of your garden or food production system to increase its overall abundance, and optimise the health and productivity of your chickens, cows and other animals. This workshop includes a field trip exploring local animal production systems where we can experience successful integrative animal systems that can be implemented at various scales from the backyard to commercial.

Fri, 8 Apr | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

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, 2 Apr | 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $111 Full Fee: $123

OPEN GARDEN with Heather Stevenson Visit a thriving urban food garden.

Interested in growing your own backyard fruit and veggies, maybe incorporating a couple of chooks?

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, 26 Mar | 9 am - 12 pm Mullum Concession: $50 Full Fee: $55

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, 2 - 3 Apr | 9 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $234 Full Fee: $260

LOW TOX GREEN CLEANING with Laila Helena Learn how to make green cleaning products with simple ingredients that are easily found in your kitchen pantry.

In this hands-on course you will create low tox products for different occasions and areas of your house. Helping to reduce the toxic load within the environment and improving everyone’s health.

Sun, 13 Mar | 9 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $109 Full Fee: $121

NATURAL BUILDING INTRODUCTION with Dani Wolff Come along to learn about various earthen building materials such as Strawbales, Cob, Mudbricks & Lightearth, and learn how to use them in your project.

Sat, 26 Mar | 9 am - 3 pm Mullum Concession: $178 Full Fee: $198

GROWING OYSTER MUSHROOMS with Mikaela MacPhail & Bryan Firestone Connect with the alluring world of fungi through the creation of your own take home 10L oyster mushroom bucket!

Learn simple low tech methods for home cultivation and the integral role fungi play in this worlds ecology!

Sat, 9 Apr | 9 am - 12 pm Mullum Concession: $108 Full Fee: $120

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, 6 Mar | 10 am - 6 pm Mullum Concession: $134 Full Fee: $149

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.

Sat, 5 Mar | 9 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $97 Full Fee: $108

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BUILD YOUR OWN ‘EARTH OVEN’ with Dani Wolff

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Languages 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 character compositions as well as historical and contemporary Chinese customs and culture.

6 Mon, 7 Feb - 14 Mar | 3 - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

MANDARIN LEVEL 2 with Ling Sun your NEW Expand

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Mandarin language proficiency in this Level 2 course. We will explore new topics such as occupations, seasons and hobbies, venture into new grammar characters and build upon Level 1 topics including family/friends and daily activities. This course is for those of you with some basic Mandarin knowledge so Level 1 (or equivalent of HSK Level 2) is highly recommended.

8 Fri, 11 Feb - 1 Apr | 4 - 6 pm Mullum Concession: $221 Full Fee: $246

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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 Thu, 10 Feb - 31 March 5:30 - 7:30 pm Byron Concession: $221 Full Fee: $246

SPANISH LEVEL 2 with Yolanda Santiago 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 Mon, 7 Feb - 28 Mar 5:30 - 7:30 pm Byron Concession: $221 Full Fee: $246

GERMAN FOR BEGINNERS with Stefanie Kwiatkista This course offers you 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 Thu, 10 Feb - 17 Mar 6:30 - 8:30 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

PARLEZ-VOUS FRANCAIS? with Monique Lavail

JAPANESE LEVEL 2 with Katsuko Nara

In this intermediate French conversation course, improve your conversational French through exploring topics with your peers whilst practicing questions and presenting your own view. Ideal if you want to enjoy a practical and social experience while you learn more about our spoken language and French culture. Previous exposure to French speaking experiences and good basic grammar and vocabulary are essential for you to really profit from this interactive course.

8 Mon, 14 Feb - 4 Apr 10 am - 12 pm Mullum Concession: $221 Full Fee: $246

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, 17 Feb - 24 Mar | 6 - 8 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

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, 15 Feb - 22 Mar | 6 - 8 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

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, 16 Feb - 23 Mar 5:30 - 7:30 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

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JAPANESE FOR BEGINNERS with Katsuko Nara

PORTUGUESE FOR BEGINNERS with Jeferson Franke

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Wellbeing THE ART OF GRIEF CARE with Kimberly Sowers This course is an exploration for those experiencing, facing or supporting someone else through loss. It is also for professional and community workers or anyone else who wants to be more fluent in grief, loss and bereavement.

We will discuss practical, applicable tools, tactics and techniques utilised to navigate bereavement.

6 Thu, 3 Feb - 10 Mar | 6 - 8 pm Byron Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178

YOGA OVER 60’S with Elle Laureau If you’d like to practice Yoga in a safe and welcoming environment and you are over 60, this course if for you! We’ll practice some gentle Yoga postures, synchronising movement with breath for a good stretch, body strengthening and mind relaxation. All levels and age over 60’s are welcome.

8 Tue, 15 Feb - 5 Apr 9:30 - 10:30 am Mullum Concession: $131 Full Fee: $145

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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, 8 February to 8 March 12:15 - 2:15 pm Ocean Shores OR 5 Fri, 4 March to 1 April 9:30 - 11:30 am Ocean Shores Concession: $158 Full Fee: $175

PELVIC FLOOR HEALTH with Elle Laureau A strong pelvic floor has a huge influence on your overall health and helps to avoid major issues such as urinary leaks, lower back pains, and pelvic instability. After pregnancy and childbirth, and as we get older, it is essential to regain strength in our pelvic floor area. With this course, you will learn how to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles with simple and accessible yoga exercises! Available for all levels and open to everyone.

8 Tue, 15 Feb - 5 Apr | 11 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $213 Full Fee: $237

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.

Wed, 16 Feb | 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Byron Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92

FITNESS FOR OVER 50’S with Alex McCann As we grow older we lose a lot of mobility and bone density. In this class we will cover a mix of steady state cardio, mobility, strength and flexibility.

Strength training and balance work can assist you to tackle those every day tasks with confidence and keep you feeling energised.

8 Thu, 10 Feb - 31 Mar | 4 - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $131 Full Fee: $145

LOMI LOMI MASSAGE TRAINING with Tina Featherheart

REIKI LEVEL 1 with Catherine Harrison

Learn Hawaiian philosophy, intention and flow resulting in the ability to give and receive a 1.5 hr massage. Create a sacred and professional work space and share from your heart. Suitable for newbies and experienced therapists.

3 Mon, 14 - 28 Feb | 10 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $286 Full Fee: $318 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4

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. Empower yourself today and bring this ancient healing art into your life.

Sat & Sun, 19 - 20 Feb 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

This course will take your massage skills to another level, by incorporating techniques from Level 1 with new ways of moving around the table as well as bringing in the forearm. Along with more Hawaiian Huna knowledge and the opportunity to widen your understanding of the philosophy from within.

3 Mon, 14 - 28 Mar | 10 am - 5 pm Byron Concession: $286 Full Fee: $318 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4

TRADITIONAL ASTROLOGY FOR BEGINNERS with Vienna Imara NEW Curious about Astrology and

want to know more about your birth chart? By the end of this course, you will be able to read a birth chart for yourself, family and friends!

This is a great introductory course for anyone interested in astrology, including beginners.

6 Wed, 16 Feb - 23 Mar | 6 - 8 pm Byron Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178

MEDITATION with Rob Blaine NEW From reducing stress to

increasing concentration and broadening your awareness, meditation can truly change your experience of life. This technique is effortless to learn while sitting comfortably with no forced focus required. Be prepared for greater connection, growth and belonging to elevate every aspect of your life.

4 Mon, 7 - 28 Mar | 6 - 8 pm Mullum Concession: $121 Full Fee: $134

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. Fri, Sat & Sun 22 - 24 Apr 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $257 Full Fee: $286

HOMEMADE BEAUTY PRODUCTS with Laila Helena Learn how to make natural beauty products with simple ingredients that are easily found in your kitchen pantry.

In this hands-on course you will create low tox beauty and body products for different personal needs. Every product is created with a conscious effort to support your wellbeing and the environment.

Sun, 20 Feb | 10 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $109 Full Fee: $121

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LOMI LOMI - LEVEL 2 with Tina Featherheart

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PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT AND HEALING with Ri Fraser

TAROT READING with Dee De Haas

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. Learn the basic anatomy and qualities of the subtle energy body as we increase intuition and sensitivity through meditations, visualisations, exercises and self-healing practices.

4 Tue, 1 - 22 Mar 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Mullum Concession: $160 Full Fee: $178

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.

4 Thu, 17 Mar - 7 Apr | 6 - 8 pm Byron Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

MENOPAUSE – A RITE OF PASSAGE with Ri Fraser NEW Our families and cultures

need strong wise women elders. So, whether your menopause is past, present or future, this course shows you how to access deeper knowledge and the gifts of the great Change. We will explore its cultural history and mythology while exercises in validation will allow us to discard what no longer serves and gather up our personal life wisdom.

Sat, 5 Mar | 10:30 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $97 Full Fee: $108

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FACE YOGA - ONLINE CLASS with Vanamala Mayr-Reisch

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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, 16 Mar - 6 Apr 10 am - 12 pm Mullum Concession: $111 Full Fee: $123

BICYCLE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE with Nick Bowden Learn how to perform regular maintenance to get the maximum out of your bicycle, become comfortable fixing a puncture and adjusting brakes and gears. 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.

Sun, 27 Mar | 9 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $98 Full Fee: $109

BREATH OF LIFE with Ri Fraser NEW 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.

Fri, 1 Apr | 10:30 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $97 Full Fee: $108

SOURDOUGH BUSINESS PATHWAYS

SBW Mentoring Program – What’s the value?

In a changing world, this business woman found that mentoring can change your world for the better.

When Janene Rees’ world was turned upside down, she signed up for a Sourdough webinar. She couldn’t have known how pivotal it would be for her business.

Why did you decide to start Rees International?

My husband Martin and I started Rees International in 2015, helping regional tourism businesses engage with international markets. We developed a coaching, mentoring, and consulting business, delivering training programs to get businesses international product ready. We grew quickly and won the NSW Tourism award for Best New Tourism Business in NSW in 2016.

What was your biggest challenge before mentoring?

I was in China just prior to Christmas 2019, hearing reports of people cancelling flights. Then our borders closed. That brought my business to a halt overnight. I was reeling. What do we do now? There is no Rees “International”. That same week my husband, Martin had a secondary cancer diagnosis. His prognosis was two months to live. Everything I was worried about – the business, covid, borders closing – it just became irrelevant. Martin is still with us 18 months later – surfing, working and his last two scans were completely clear. It’s a miracle.

Can you describe your mentor and what expertise they offered?

Kate has given me hope. She opened my mind that it is okay not to be okay. And, that it is okay to change your mind and find the thing that is going to work for me.

She was instrumental in developing a new initiative that combines my experience in tourism and my personal journey. ‘Project You’ is a carers’ retreat focusing on nature therapy, yoga and nutrition to be held in the hinterland. This was born 100 percent out of my mentoring with Kate.

Any other insights you want to share about your mentoring experience?

You need to be willing to have a really hard look at your business. Having an outsider look at your business is a very special thing as it is easy to get bogged down in the day to day. Nothing stays the same forever. You can’t know everything yourself. I highly recommend Sourdough’s mentorship program.

For further information on becoming an SBP Mentor or Mentee go to: https://sbp.org.au/mentoring/

info@sbp.org.au

www.sbp.org.au

SOURDOUGH BUSINESS PATHWAYS

What inspired you to contact Sourdough and request a mentor?

In 2020, my business was in hibernation and everyone was talking about ‘pivoting’. I signed up for a Sourdough webinar about goal setting. The facilitator, Kate Ramsay, mentioned her book. I got hold of a copy, and to my surprise, it was about her journey of moving to this region with her husband who was diagnosed with a terminal illness.

I went straight back to her and told her my story. Kate suggested the Sourdough mentoring program. I jumped at the opportunity to participate.

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Samuel Witham

Student in Certificate IV Community Services 2021

In the year prior to the Covid mayhem I was working as a volunteer in Thailand at a community wellness retreat.

Then the pandemic hit and I had to come home.

I had previously completed two and a half years of a Bachelor of Education at university. I did well but found it very challenging, and decided to postpone my studies.

Before I went to Thailand I suffered from pretty severe depression. During my time there I thought I could start a new career and have a new beginning. Now that I was back in Australia, I wanted to continue my journey and give back to the community.

My partner saw an ad for this course. I thought “What have I got to lose?” I didn’t know much about it, but I committed to it.

The thing that surprised me about the Byron Community College is that you aren’t in a race to beat anyone but yourself. If you don’t achieve a pass, you can try again later. It’s an incredibly rewarding way of learning.

Going to class was a highlight. It was a cycle: every week I was so excited, then the studies and role plays would start and then the overwhelm! But, by the next week I couldn’t wait to go to class again. I really enjoyed it.

The course was really informative. It related to everyday life and to relationships with your family and friends.

Each person in the course was different but the common thing we all shared was that we had some degree of life experience. People in the course could connect to some form of suffering. They want to help others because of personal things that have helped them.

I see things in a different way now. Interactions and communication. Struggles.

Things we all go through. The course, in essence, teaches you how to help people and that includes yourself. You are learning life skills.

Enrol online at any time www.byroncollege.org.au

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