Home DIY Courses

Home DIY Courses

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    Learn to do it yourself with our home DIY short courses in Sydney!

    Have you always liked the satisfaction of fixing or making something yourself but it's always easier said than done? Maybe you want to learn how to give your car the care it needs but the engine is a mystery? Our home DIY short courses will provide you with the essential toolkit to realise your own projects!

    These short courses are held at our campus in Rozelle and led by professional and dedicated tutors.

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    Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending and give new life to a damaged piece with our Handcrafts courses in Sydney! Kintsugi is a centuries-old Japanese craft where broken ceramic objects are pieced back together using lacquer and gold dust. It’s based on the philosophy of Wabi Sabi — finding beauty in imperfection. The process transforms much-loved, broken items into beautifully crafted new works of art. It’s a chance to live more sustainably and rescue objects...

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    Art Kintsugi Introductory Workshop

    <p>Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending and give new life to a damaged piece with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts">Handcrafts courses</a>

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    2025-11-22 Sat 22 Nov 2025 2025-11-22
    1 session, 4 hours total
    10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Yoko Kawada
    $179 Limited inc GST / $143.20 / $152.20 / $161.10

    This class does not include time for a substantial break, so we recommend eating beforehand or bringing your own food to enjoy during a brief 10-minute break.

    Please note: Personal projects will not be undertaken in this introductory class. All materials are provided and included in the course.
    Art Kintsugi Introductory Workshop

    <p>Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending and give new life to a damaged piece with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts">Handcrafts courses</a>

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    2026-02-21 Sat 21 Feb 2026 2026-02-21
    1 session, 4 hours total
    10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Yoko Kawada
    $179 Limited inc GST / $143.20 / $152.20 / $161.10

    This class does not include time for a substantial break, so we recommend eating beforehand or bringing your own food to enjoy during a brief 10-minute break.

    Please note: Personal projects will not be undertaken in this introductory class. All materials are provided and included in the course.
    Art Kintsugi Introductory Workshop

    <p>Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending and give new life to a damaged piece with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts">Handcrafts courses</a>

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    2026-04-11 Sat 11 Apr 2026 2026-04-11
    1 session, 4 hours total
    10am - 2pm (UTC+10:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Yoko Kawada
    $179 Limited inc GST / $143.20 / $152.20 / $161.10

    This class does not include time for a substantial break, so we recommend eating beforehand or bringing your own food to enjoy during a brief 10-minute break.

    Please note: Personal projects will not be undertaken in this introductory class. All materials are provided and included in the course.

    Learn how to design and install your own green wall or vertical garden with our gardening short courses in Sydney! A green wall is a vertically-built structure intentionally covered by a variety of plant species, from indoor plants to succulents as well as traditional climbing plants. Whether you're tight on space or need to create some screening to provide privacy on a patio, deck, or balcony, vertical is the way to go!  Vertical gardening uses upright growth habits or containers...

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    Green Walls & Vertical Gardens Workshop

    <p>Learn how to design and install your own green wall or vertical garden with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/home-garden-cooking/gardening">gardening short courses</a>

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    2025-11-22 Sat 22 Nov 2025 2025-11-22
    1 session, 4 hours total
    10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Richard Lynch
    $99 Limited inc GST / $79.20 / $84.20 / $89.10
    Enrol in 3 or more Gardening courses for a 15% discount off the original price! Discounted price applies automatically in cart.
    Green Walls & Vertical Gardens Workshop

    <p>Learn how to design and install your own green wall or vertical garden with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/home-garden-cooking/gardening">gardening short courses</a>

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    2026-03-21 Sat 21 Mar 2026 2026-03-21
    1 session, 4 hours total
    8:30am - 12:30pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Richard Lynch
    $99 Limited inc GST / $79.20 / $84.20 / $89.10
    Enrol in 3 or more Gardening courses for a 15% discount off the original price! Discounted price applies automatically in cart.

    Learn essential refurbishment skills with our home DIY short courses in Sydney! Don’t call the experts; empower yourself to undertake your own DIY projects with this hands-on workshop! You'll learn how to undertake several small maintenance tasks around the kitchen, safely and economically for professional results. Whether you’re looking to take on some basic kitchen fixes yourself, or want to refresh your existing kitchen, this DIY course is for you.   Learning outcomes...

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    DIY Series - Kitchen Refurb 1 day workshop.

    <p>Learn essential refurbishment skills with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/home-garden-cooking/diy">home DIY short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

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    2025-11-23 Sun 23 Nov 2025 2025-11-23
    1 session, 5 hours total
    10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)
    The Summer Hill Workshop
    $299 Limited inc GST

    Learn the basics of beekeeping with our home, garden & cooking short courses in Sydney! Are you a backyard beekeeper, an urban beehive enthusiast, or an amateur who wants to learn more about our precious pollinators? Join us for our Urban Beekeeping for Beginners Workshop hosted on the rooftop of Sydney Community College! We are proud to contribute to the biodiversity of our local neighbourhood by keeping buzzing beehives on our inner-city rooftop. You too can play your part in...

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    Urban Beekeeping for Beginners Workshop

    <p>Learn the basics of beekeeping with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/home-garden-cooking">home, garden &amp; cooking short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

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    2025-12-13 Sat 13 Dec 2025 2025-12-13
    1 session, 6 hours total
    9:30am - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Geoff Begg
    $249 Limited inc GST / $199.20 / $211.60 / $224.10
    Includes a visit to our rooftop hives!
    Urban Beekeeping for Beginners Workshop

    <p>Learn the basics of beekeeping with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/home-garden-cooking">home, garden &amp; cooking short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

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    2026-02-07 Sat 7 Feb 2026 2026-02-07
    1 session, 6 hours total
    9:30am - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Geoff Begg
    $249 Limited inc GST / $199.20 / $211.60 / $224.10
    Includes a visit to our rooftop hives!
    Urban Beekeeping for Beginners Workshop

    <p>Learn the basics of beekeeping with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/home-garden-cooking">home, garden &amp; cooking short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

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    2026-03-14 Sat 14 Mar 2026 2026-03-14
    1 session, 6 hours total
    9:30am - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Geoff Begg
    $249 Limited inc GST / $199.20 / $211.60 / $224.10
    Includes a visit to our rooftop hives!

    If you are planning a home renovation and want to avoid costly mistakes then this home renovation course in Sydney is for you. Course description Do you dream of creating a space that truly reflects your lifestyle, but feel overwhelmed by the complexity of home renovations? Whether you’re planning a small upgrade or embarking on a major building project, this workshop is your essential guide. Join this course to gain clarity and confidence as you navigate the renovation journey....

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    Preparing & Planning Your Home Renovation Workshop

    <p>If you are planning a home renovation and want to avoid costly mistakes then <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/home-garden-cooking">this home renovation course in Sydney is

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    2026-04-18 Sat 18 Apr 2026 2026-04-18
    1 session, 6 hours total
    9:30am - 3:30pm (UTC+10:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    David Cullen
    $369.01 Limited inc GST / $295.20 / $313.60 / $332.10
    Couples may enrol at 15% discount.

    Learn how to build a native bee hive with our woodwork courses in Sydney! Bees – both native and introduced – play an important role in our food supply, and for our entire ecosystem to function. Sadly, bee populations are at risk due to habitat loss, climate change, disease and other factors. In this hands-on DIY Native Bee Hive course, you will be introduced to the many native bee varieties and their importance to our biodiversity, while learning the carpentry skills to build your...

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    Learn landscape design with our Design Short Courses in Sydney! Join award-winning, world renowned designer Jim Fogarty for a six-part masterclass uncovering the principles and techniques of garden design. Perfect for aspiring designers and passionate gardeners alike, this series will help you turn ideas into confident, creative designs.   Course content What will be covered in this landscape and garden design course? Workshop 1: Creating a Base Plan – The Important First Stages in...

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    Learn essential maintenance skills with our home DIY short courses in Sydney! Are you tired of calling a professional every time something breaks at home? Do you want to save money and gain confidence in maintaining your own living space? Join this class to learn essential home maintenance skills that will empower you to tackle common household repairs yourself. From fixing window sashes to hanging doors and fitting locks, this course covers a range of fundamental tasks to help you...

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    Learn Stud Wall Construction with Recycled Timber in our one-day workshop in Sydney! Join this class to discover sustainable building practices and acquire the skills to construct sturdy and eco-friendly stud walls using recycled timber. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a professional tradesperson, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and techniques needed to create structurally sound walls while minimising environmental impact. Learning Outcomes By the end of this...

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