Hunter Community College

Enjoy wandering through a beautiful established garden while you learn how to grow and use over 50 medicinal and culinary herbs. What to bring: * Please bring your lunch [More]

Learn the art of making handmade soap the natural way. You will have fun creating your own wonderful, fresh and invigorating soap unlike any commercial bar. You will takeaway recipes, techniques and know-how to continue soap making at home. Please note: All ingredient costs are included in the class fee What to bring: Two 1 litre empty cardboard milk containers, safety glasses, heavy rubber gloves, an apron, old towel, two 2 litre Pyrex mixing bowls, a 2 litre class or heat resistan... [More]

1 in 3 homes can be expected to be attacked by termites. Although this course is not a DIY to termite control, new methods of prevention, identification and nest location will be explained along with how to make, install and monitor your own termite bait station cheaply and easily. Please note: Additional $25 payable to tutor for text provided. Please note: Satisfactory completion of this course will allow participants to be given access to termite bait supplies so that they can car... [More]

Rediscover the ancient art of Healing with Herbs. Since the beginning of time, herbs have been used for healing purposes and to maintain good health. Learn how to harness the healing power of nature’s herbs and treat common health disorders. You will also get hands on experience at making delightful healing creams to take home. If you have ever wanted to learn about herbs and make your own products then this is the class to do. Please note: * Class fee includes all materials to make... [More]

The course aims to equip each person with the skills and knowledge to have a well maintained bike so that they can cycle safely and reliably. Conduct a basic road side repair – tube repair and replacement including Wheel removal and replacement Tyre and tube removal and replacement Tyre and tube inspection Tube puncture repair Conduct a wheel rim inspection and wheel trueness inspection Describe simple tool kit accessories. Understand how to use gears Understanding of pedalling tech... [More]

Learn the skills and methods of gardening sustainability and how to implement these practices. This course will introduce you to principles and techniques that will ensure gardening success. What to bring: A cup of soil from your garden [More]