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Learn how to build your own bike (and take home the finished product) with our Home DIY courses in Sydney! This course is designed to teach you the fundamentals of restoring a bicycle under the guidance of a skilled instructor. By delving into each individual part and its function, you will gain a deep understanding of a bicycle's inner workings. You will learn how to disassemble, correctly reassemble and make adjustments to ensure your bike is safe and performs well. Whether you...

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Learn to play the ukulele with our musical instrument courses in Sydney! You have attended our Ukulele Lessons for Beginners and would like to extend on your ukulele skills? You have a basic understanding about the Ukulele instrument but would like to play in more chords and keys? Then our Ukulele Lessons: Level 2 course is for you! In these level 2 ukulele lessons, you will learn new strumming patterns and techniques all while playing various styles of music from the rock, pop,...

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Learn creative pottery techniques in our pottery short courses in Sydney. In this 3 hour course, you will learn and master two different hand-building techniques: slab and coil. You will make a slab box with a lid and a coil vase or a pot of your own design. No previous experience is necessary. All of your materials for this class are included in the course fee, but please note, it does not include glazing. Glazing can be done in an additional returning student class after your...

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Learn basic woodworking skills with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! Have you always wanted to make some tools of your own, but haven't known where to start? This traditional wooden mallet making course in Sydney is a great introduction to making your own tools at home with a range of reclaimed timber. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make and fit your own woodworking mallet using some simple, traditional hand tools. By the end of this wooden mallet making...

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Unleash your creativity at Sydney Community College this Halloween season with our hands-on Pumpkin-Carving Workshop! Join us to unleash your inner pumpkin sorcerer as you transform ordinary pumpkins into hauntingly beautiful works of art. Dive into the history and traditions of pumpkin carving, and let the pumpkin become the canvas for your own ghostly artwork! Under the guidance of our talented tutor, you'll master essential pumpkin carving techniques, plan your spellbinding...

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Learn basic woodworking skills with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! Want to make your very own ramen dinner set? Over four weeks, this course will teach you how to make a variety of timber objects including two serving boards, a ramen spoon, a set of chopsticks and some chopstick and spoon rests using reclaimed timbers such as Coachwood and New Guinea Rosewood, reclaimed from locations throughout Sydney.  In this Introduction to Woodwork course, you’ll learn how to finish...

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Learn to create a one-of-a-kind scarf as part of our handcraft courses in Sydney! Nuno felting is a fabric felting technique developed in the early 1990s. The name comes from the Japanese word "nuno," meaning cloth. This technique bonds loose wool fibres with sheer fabrics like silk gauze and muslin to create a lightweight felt that is highly textured and drapes beautifully. In this workshop, Gill will guide you through the basics of Nuno felting, including which fabrics are...

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Discover the joy of reading and shared literary discussion in this comprehensive 8-session Book Club course in Sydney.  Designed for book lovers of all levels, this course provides an opportunity to explore various genres, delve into themes, and share interpretations with fellow readers. This course forms part of our By Donation Programme. Each session will focus on specific aspects of the selected books, fostering insightful conversations and building a sense of community. What to...

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Sydney is a city of diverse landscapes, rich history, and stunning harbour views. With this series of eight urban walks, you can explore some of the city's most iconic sights, hidden gems, and vibrant neighbourhoods—all easily accessible by public transport. Each walk offers a unique experience, whether you're looking to wander along the coast, delve into Sydney's history, or enjoy the tranquillity of its parks. Walk 1: Circular Quay to Barangaroo  Take in some of Sydney’s most...

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