May 2026
Sat 23 May 2026
1 day, Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
NZ’s first Certified Bob Ross Instructor, Malcolm Sime, will prove to you that if you can hold a pen and write, you can hold a brush and paint. Come along and create a landscape oil painting from scratch to take away at the end of the day! All art materials included in course fee.
Sat 23 May 2026
1 day, Sat 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
An introduction to this popular spreadsheeting package - basic Windows skills essential.
Sat 23 May 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Take charge of your job search with confidence. This course equips you with smart strategies, emotional intelligence, and practical tools to navigate today’s job market. Learn to avoid common mistakes, present your best self, and approach the process with intention, adaptability, and professionalism. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).
Sat 23 May 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Bring along your much-loved clothes, make a pattern and get useful tips, techniques and sizing rules. Not for beginners. A list of what else to bring will be emailed out before the course starts.
Sat 23 May 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Movement and function can be challenging for women as we age. Join experienced physiotherapist Sara Dore and explore how you can manage the effects on your health and wellbeing as you age as a woman. (Free for NZ Citizens/Residents, others pay fee of $120)
27 May 2026 - 24 Jun 2026
5 weeks, Wed 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Calligratherapy combines science journalist James Nestor's theory on proper breathing with the philosophy of ancient Chinese calligraphy to promote a state of optimal wellbeing. Over five weeks, you will develop and practice the awareness of healthy breathing while learning new techniques of Chinese soft brush calligraphy covering five different scripts. All materials included in course fee.
June 2026
2 - 23 Jun 2026
4 weeks, Tue 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Gain a panoramic picture of popular Vietnamese Street Foods, which you can enjoy at any time of day and find out how to make some of them with ingredients you can easily find in New Zealand. All ingredients included in course fee.
2 - 23 Jun 2026
4 weeks, Tue 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Explore a range of painting and drawing techniques from ink and watercolour to impasto and realism using acrylic paint. Bring your A4 sketchbook - all other materials included in course fee.
4 - 25 Jun 2026
4 weeks, Thu 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Indian food is one of the great cuisines of the world and creates robust fully-flavoured vegan dishes. Learn how to create intense and delicious flavours with freshly prepared spices and herbs. All ingredients included in course fee.
4 - 25 Jun 2026
4 weeks, Thu 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
This course helps small business owners and entrepreneurs unlock the full potential of social media. Each week we’ll cover practical steps to review your current channels, set up strong profiles, and create a tailored content plan that works for your business. You’ll learn how to choose the right platforms, use hashtags effectively, create engaging posts, select visuals that connect with your audience, and understand the role of AI tools. By the end, you’ll walk away with a clear and actionable plan to grow
Thu 4 Jun 2026
1 day, Thu 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Immerse yourself in the sensory art of tea tasting with our connoisseur who will guide you in the basics of tea tasting. All ingredients included in course fee.
Sat 6 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Financially successful people don’t achieve their wealth by accident – they make and execute clear plans. Your retirement is on the horizon and research shows you’re most likely nowhere near financially ready for the retirement you desire and deserve! Discover how to create your own financial plan, so you can have the retirement you want.
Sat 6 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Extend your skills with data management and analysis, setting up and using charts/graphs, and creating reports and more.
Sat 6 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Discover how easy it is to make halloumi and ricotta cheeses from scratch. You'll make the cheese and get to take it home too! All ingredients included in course fee.
Sat 6 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Conflict is an inevitable part of life, arising in families, workplaces, and daily interactions. (NZ citizens and residents free with ID, others pay $120.)
Sat 6 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Join craft artist and eco lifestylist Stella Carruthers for a day of practical textile upcycling and learning about sustainability in the context of low waste living. Gain practical skills in rag rug techniques and engage with ideas around textile waste, green washing and actions you can take to make a difference in your daily life and the wider world. (Free for NZ Citizens/Residents, others pay fee of $120)
Sat 6 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Are you looking to polish your CV and cover letter writing skills to nail your next job application? This course provides you with the tools to create a strong and updated CV and cover letter writing, using skills that are personalised to you. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).
Sat 6 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Classic textured rings, with a unique and exciting twist! Learn to make your own fine jewellery fidget rings from copper, brass and silver - beginners welcome! All materials included in course fee.
Sat 6 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Unlock your mind's full potential with "Memory Mastery," led by Neil Thornton, award-winning educator and founder of NZ Comedy School. Drawing on over 30 years of teaching experience and cognitive research, this workshop equips you with powerful, scientifically-proven memory techniques. (Free for NZ Citizens/Residents, others pay fee of $120)
Sat 13 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Is low-confidence, anxiety and your lack of interview experience getting in the road of you being offered jobs? Get practical, cutting-edge tools and techniques to ACE your interview! (NZ citizens and residents free with ID, others pay listed price).
Sat 13 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Gain the confidence and skills to maintain your bicycle in good working order, and to diagnose and fix some mechanical problems. Get familiar with bicycle terms and tools and learn through practical experience. Bring your pushbike along on the day. If you have the following items, please bring them along as well: a multi-tool and pump; chain oil and rag; a pair of lightweight close-fitting gardening or rubber gloves.
Sat 13 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Tired of miscommunications with your Gen Z niece or your Baby Boomer parent? This one-day workshop will equip you with the tools to navigate the diverse communication styles of today's multi-generational world. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).
Sat 13 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Masala is the Indian word for curry. Spend the day making a range of curries both from scratch and by adapting spice packets, for family meals and special occasions. All ingredients included in course fee.
Sat 13 Jun 2026
1 day, Sat 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Join craft artist and eco lifestylist Stella Carruthers for a day of practical textile upcycling and learning about sustainability in the context of low waste living. Gain practical skills in rag rug techniques and engage with ideas around textile waste, green washing and actions you can take to make a difference in your daily life and the wider world. (Free for NZ Citizens/Residents, others pay fee of $120)