- June 2026
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The Joy of Breadmaking
Monday 22 JuneDiscover the joy of artisan bread making in this hands-on course designed for both beginners and home bakers looking to try their hand at baking breads in a relaxed, fun evening setting. Over two nights, participants will learn the fundamentals of fermentation, dough handling, and baking while creating a range of breads including focaccia and brioche.$75.00 incl. GST -
Everyday Plant Medicine
Monday 22 JuneUsing plants to support your health can be simple, empowering, and fun! Come and discover the top 10 plants to have on hand.$25.00 incl. GST -
Think Talk: Our Demography Keeps Changing: What Will Aotearoa New Zealand Look Like in the Future?
Tuesday 23 JuneDistinguished Professor Emeritus Paul Spoonley will discuss the latest data on how New Zealand is changing.$5.00 incl. GST -
How to Manage Overwhelm
Wednesday 24 JuneFeeling overwhelmed can make even simple tasks feel difficult. This practical and compassionate course is designed to help you understand overwhelm, reduce its impact, and regain a sense of clarity and steadiness in daily life.$35.00 incl. GST -
Pruning
Wednesday 24 JuneWednesday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM & Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Discover how to correctly prune fruit trees and ornamental bushes for maximum productivity. This course consists one weeknight classroom session then a Saturday workshop offsite at a nearby venue (to be advised).$53.00 incl. GST - July 2026
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Cake Decorating - Modelling with Fondant and Sugar Paste
Saturday 04 JulyFrom minions to penguins, elephants to giraffes, and roses to wild flowers, this class will introduce you to working with sugar paste and modelling fondant to make basic animals, flowers and figurines.$68.00 incl. GST -
Microsoft Excel Advanced - Pivot Tables
Saturday 04 JulyLearn to utilise Pivot Tables to summarise data and streamline the process of formatting and displaying the results. Who should enrol: the experienced Excel user who wants to go beyond the basics with a special focus on analysing large tables of data or databases using Excel's Pivot Tables. You will already be confidently preparing charts and tables and using a range of formulae and functions. More details below course dates.$72.00 incl. GST -
English Improve Your Pronunciation Skills - Part 1
Saturday 04 JulyFor Intermediate to Advanced level English learners.$20.00 incl. GST -
Hand-stitched Bookbinding and Creative Techniques with Lettering
Saturday 04 JulyJoin us for a weekend of creativity and craftsmanship as I guide you through the process of hand stitching and binding your own unique book.$196.00 incl. GST -
Microsoft Excel - Beginners
Saturday 04 JulyAn introduction to this popular programme will lead you through how to create spreadsheets, charts, perform calculations with formulae, and analyse numerical information. Course fee $30 or $122.$30.00 incl. GST -
Portuguese for Travellers Weekend Course
Saturday 04 JulyMake your trip to Portugal or Brazil more enjoyable by learning helpful phrases and vocabulary before you go.$85.00 incl. GST -
Barista for Beginners
Saturday 04 JulyThrough a combination of online learning and hands-on practice, learn about espresso and learn to make popular espresso coffees. A course fee subsidy applies for permanent residents of NZ (conditions apply).$55.00 incl. GST -
Canva for Social Media: Simple, Professional Design
Saturday 04 JulyCome and learn how to create simple, professional designs that look great on social media and feel right for your business. Course fee $40 or $80.$40.00 incl. GST -
Experimenting with New Materials & Techniques with Evan Woodruffe
Saturday 04 JulySuitable for those with some art experience. Come along and join Evan from Gordon Harris and have some fun experimenting and playing with a range of new art materials that will expand your art practice.$98.00 incl. GST -
Floral Design: Foraging and Arranging Wild Flowers
Saturday 04 JulyIn this short course you will learn how to select and arrange flowers from your rambles along roadsides, parks or beaches.$107.00 incl. GST -
Flowers in Watercolour
Saturday 04 JulyDiscover a freer, more expressive way to paint flowers in watercolour. Explore contemporary techniques that move beyond traditional botanical style to capture the beauty, energy, and mood of your subject.$125.00 incl. GST -
Make a Wrap Top for Beginners and Intermediate Sewers
Saturday 04 JulyCreate your own stylish wrap top! In this hands-on sewing course, you’ll make an easy-to-wear top that wraps and ties at the waist.$120.00 incl. GST -
Mastering Pies and Pastries
Saturday 04 JulyTake your baking skills to the next level in this hands-on Mastering Pies and Pastries workshop. Perfect for home bakers and aspiring pastry enthusiasts, this course will guide you through the art and science of creating flaky, buttery, and beautifully balanced pies and pastries.$130.00 incl. GST -
Painting Drinks in Watercolour
Saturday 04 JulyCome and create your own mocktails and then capture the sparkle, colour, and character of your creations in this fun and refreshing watercolour workshop.$130.00 incl. GST -
Religions of the World
Saturday 04 JulyJoin us for two days to experience the wisdom of the world’s five major religions and develop your own spiritual resources.$120.00 incl. GST -
Zentangle Art
Saturday 04 JulyZentangle ® is mindful drawing. Come along and create a miniature abstract work of art with a collection of patterns. All your materials are provided and you will spend a relaxing half-day drawing structured patterns in a mindful way.$74.00 incl. GST -
Soft Stone Sculpture
Saturday 04 JulyCreate your own masterpiece to enhance your garden or interior spaces. The soft stone sculpture is one of the most accessible mediums to work with as ideas can be quickly realised and easily modified. Includes sculpting block. Courses run 11am - 4pm.$138.00 incl. GST -
Lampshade Making
Saturday 04 JulyProduce your own stunning fabric lampshade in one short workshop. Equipment and a frame are supplied, just bring your own fabric. More details below course dates.$117.00 incl. GST -
Landscape Photography
Saturday 04 JulyThis workshop will be held at Coyle Park Reserve, 528 Point Chevalier Road, Point Chevalier, Auckland 1022$59.00 incl. GST -
A Roadmap to Starting an Online Business
Sunday 05 JulyFind out about this rapidly growing way of doing business. Learn about getting online, market research, case studies and more. Course fee $60 or $142. This course was previously called How to Start an Online Business.$65.00 incl. GST -
Sourdough Bread
Sunday 05 JulySourdough bread is well known and has been loved in Europe for many centuries. Come and learn the secrets of making delicious loaves and rolls using rye and wholemeal spelt flour.$75.00 incl. GST -
Barista: Latte Art
Sunday 05 JulyThis course is for those who can already use an espresso machine confidently, and now want upskill milk and pouring.$55.00 incl. GST -
ChatGPT Made Easy: Practical Skills for Everyday Work & Life
Sunday 05 JulyThis hands-on course helps you get the most out of ChatGPT for writing, planning, organising, learning, and everyday problem‑solving.$45.00 incl. GST -
Drawing for Beginners Workshop
Sunday 05 JulyDuring this one day course you will learn to feel confident using basic art materials to create your own style of drawing. All materials provided.$98.00 incl. GST -
Ex-Voto Painting - The Mexican Art of Gratitude
Sunday 05 JulyLearn to explore and create these indigenous paintings of gratitude used in Mexico for centuries to offer thanks to the saints for recoveries from misfortune.$103.00 incl. GST -
Japanese Cake Roll
Sunday 05 JulyDuring this course we will be making a traditional delicious Japanese sponge roll cake. You will learn to create a light sponge and a delicious cream filling to create your sponge roll.$93.00 incl. GST -
Makeup for the 40+
Sunday 05 JulyYou may be stuck doing the same makeup routine that you have always done. But now that you are in your 40's or older, the makeup look that you loved in your 20's and 30's just isn't right any more.$98.00 incl. GST -
Packing for Travel
Sunday 05 JulyStressing out over your travel packing? Concerned about excess weight? Confused about rolling vs flat packing? Come and learn some essential tips from an expert and take the stress out of your travelling.$65.00 incl. GST -
Plant-Based Cooking with Aaron Brunet - Everyday Meals
Sunday 05 JulyJoin Masterchef NZ 2013 winner Aaron Brunet to make and taste delicious, satisfying plant-based meals that everyone will enjoy. Suitable for those on vegan diets. Gluten-free.$165.00 incl. GST -
Upcycled Style: Bleach Painting Techniques for Creative T-Shirts
Sunday 05 JulyDiscover the bold, expressive world of bleach painting—a fun and accessible way to turn plain T-shirts into wearable art.$160.00 incl. GST -
Basic Soap-Making Workshop
Sunday 05 JulyIn this three hour workshop, you will learn the basics of soap-making and have a chance to make your own soap from scratch, using oils that you can buy in the supermarket.$65.00 incl. GST -
Aspiring Young Cooks (8 - 12 Years)
Monday 06 JulyThis school holiday course will give young students the opportunity to learn cooking skills in a fun and safe environment. For children aged 8 to 12 years. Course fee includes $35.00 for ingredients.$158.00 incl. GST -
Sewing for Children 9 - 12 Years
Monday 06 JulyCome and have fun with Karen and learn the basics of hand sewing and using a sewing machine. For children 9 - 12 years. Materials included. Bring your lunch.$106.00 incl. GST -
Cooking for Teens (13 - 16 Years)
Wednesday 08 JulyJoin Nichole for foundation cooking skills these school holidays.$158.00 incl. GST -
Korean Food Treats for Children 8 - 12 Years
Wednesday 08 JulyJoin Cecilia in the kitchen for a fun day learning to make yummy Korean food like Korean kim bap (sushi) and dumplings.$110.00 incl. GST -
Creative Kindness - Cooking for a Cause
Monday 13 JulyThis unique five-day school holiday programme invites children to explore kindness, creativity, and environmental responsibility in a hands-on, inspiring way. Each day, participants will take part in meaningful projects that make a real difference: cooking nourishing meals for people in need, creating art for the elderly, crafting toys for children in foster care, and learning to grow plants for a greener planet.$98.00 incl. GST -
Aspiring Young Cooks (8 - 12 Years)
Tuesday 14 JulyThis school holiday course will give young students the opportunity to learn cooking skills in a fun and safe environment. For children aged 8 to 12 years. Course fee includes $35.00 for ingredients.$158.00 incl. GST -
Creative Kindness - Growing for a Cause
Tuesday 14 JulyThis unique five-day school holiday programme invites children to explore kindness, creativity, and environmental responsibility in a hands-on, inspiring way. Each day, participants will take part in meaningful projects that make a real difference: cooking nourishing meals for people in need, creating art for the elderly, crafting toys for children in foster care, and learning to grow plants for a greener planet.$98.00 incl. GST -
Creative Kindness - Art for a Cause
Wednesday 15 JulyThis unique five-day school holiday programme invites children to explore kindness, creativity, and environmental responsibility in a hands-on, inspiring way. Each day, participants will take part in meaningful projects that make a real difference: cooking nourishing meals for people in need, creating art for the elderly, crafting toys for children in foster care, and learning to grow plants for a greener planet.$98.00 incl. GST -
Creative Kindness - Crafting for a Cause
Thursday 16 JulyThis unique five-day school holiday programme invites children to explore kindness, creativity, and environmental responsibility in a hands-on, inspiring way. Each day, participants will take part in meaningful projects that make a real difference: cooking nourishing meals for people in need, creating art for the elderly, crafting toys for children in foster care, and learning to grow plants for a greener planet.$98.00 incl. GST -
Delicious Dumplings (8 - 12 Years)
Thursday 16 JulyFor children 8 - 12 years old.$82.00 incl. GST -
Creative Kindness - Drama for a Cause
Friday 17 JulyThis unique five-day school holiday programme invites children to explore kindness, creativity, and environmental responsibility in a hands-on, inspiring way. Each day, participants will take part in meaningful projects that make a real difference: cooking nourishing meals for people in need, creating art for the elderly, crafting toys for children in foster care, and learning to grow plants for a greener planet.$98.00 incl. GST -
Yoga @ Remuera
Thursday 23 JulyTone and revitalise your whole body at your own pace. Focus on correct breathing, flexibility, yoga and relaxation. This course is held offsite at St Mark's Church Hall in Remuera. These courses usually fills with waiting lists each term - if you would like to book in the whole year, with payment closer to the course start, please contact the office.$162.00 incl. GST -
English Elementary Day
Monday 27 July24 classes, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Course fees $42 - $470 plus books. This course offers 48 hours tuition over 24 classes.$42.00 incl. GST -
English Pre-Intermediate Day
Monday 27 JulyCourse fees $42 - $470 plus books. This course offers 48 hours tuition over 24 classes.$42.00 incl. GST





