Byron College Term 3 2016

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Term 3 course program July to September 2016

Your college, your future

Š Caroline Fisher

www.byroncollege.org.au

Enrolments & General information How to enrol

BY PHONE

IN PERSON

Pay over the phone using a credit card by ringing 02 6684 3374.

Visit the College campus offices in Mullumbimby or Byron Bay.

ONLINE

Mullumbimby Cnr Burringbar and Gordon St, Mullumbimby. (Weekdays 9 - 5)

Go to the College website www.byroncollege.org.au and complete the online enrolment form and pay via our secure site.

Byron Bay Lvl 1, 107 Jonson St, Byron Bay (opposite Woolworths) (Mon & Wed 9 - 5)

Byron Region Community College RTO: 90013 PO Box 571 Mullumbimby, NSW 2482 www.byroncollege.org.au

REFUND POLICY

CONTENTS

Byron Region Community College cannot accept responsibility for changes in your personal circumstances. Please choose your course carefully as REFUNDS WILL NOT BE GIVEN unless cancellations are received three working days prior to course commencement, and will incur a $15 administration charge. Fees are fully refundable only if the course is cancelled by Byron Region Community College.

Nationally Recognised Training Short Courses Full Qualifications Business Apple Mac Social Media Microsoft Windows Writing Music & Performance Dance Photography Handcrafts Drawing & Painting Cooking Sustainable Living Languages Wellbeing

Director: Richard Vinycomb VET Manager: Tammy Love VET Quality and Marketing Officer: Nicole Steel IT Manager: Charlie Wilson Marketing and Course Coordinator: Vicki Walker Bookkeeper: Linda Hung Foundation Skills Coordinator: Patrea Mourtzakis Administration: Lyn Stark, Lance Hopson, Leonie Turner-Mann, Mary-Jane Manning, Georgie Coghlan Cover Photo: Caroline Fisher Design & Layout: Bona Floret

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Byron Community College receives funding from the NSW Department of Industry.

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Pat Grier Shares his Secrets

At the recent Sourdough/Business Pathways lunch at the Macadamia Castle, Pat Grier shared the secrets of his business career and the path that took him from a modest background in Zimbabwe to the success he is now.

Pat was CEO of Ramsay Health and took that organisation from a struggling company with 8 hospitals to the largest private hospital operator in Australia with over 100 hospitals worldwide, over 30,000 employees and a turnover exceeding $3Billion. He now sits on the Ramsay Board and is chair of ESTIA Health, a Public Company that owns and runs aged care centres.

He now lives in Newrybar and has a deep love for our region. When asked why he became a founder member of the Sourdough Group he responded “I have had a great life and done fairly well in what I love - business.

I now live in the most beautiful part of Australia where two of my three kids have businesses and where we have a quirky community that suits my personality well. We do have a real issue with unemployment, welfare dependency and low levels of economic activity and that is something I would like to do something about.”

Pat continued “The real driver of jobs and economic activity in this region is small business and it seemed to me that if we can stimulate that sector then we will be creating sustainable and meaningful jobs. Sourdough is a group of volunteers, all experienced in business and all wanting to give back, and are working on ways to stimulate business formation, growth and retention. Business Pathways is an initiative that does just that. It is managed by the Byron Region Community College and funded by a couple of generous philanthropists. The program provides advice, training and mentoring to small business and we have quite a number of retired and semi retired business people who can help with business development.”

He concluded “Where my skills and experience are compatible I really enjoy working with small business and seeing the difference it can make to their viability and growth- it is part of my giving back to the community. I also enjoy seeing many other experienced business people supporting the Pathways mentoring programme. ” Business Pathways is always happy to talk to businesses that could use a helping hand and also to experienced business people who may be prepared to assist by providing mentoring and technical information or if you would like to be informed about upcoming activities Contact Paul Jameson paulj@byroncollege.org.au or 0408 866 651 Enrol online at www.byroncollege.org.au

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nationally recognised training Nationally Recognised Training in 2016

We are a Registered Training Organisation (No: 90013) approved to deliver Nationally Recognised Training. Combined with our Byron Community College has been the shire’s industry professional trainers and assessors leading provider of adult education for over and quality assured classes, a qualification with 23 years. We are recognised for the diversity of Byron Community College equips you with the courses on offer and our commitment to providing skills, experience and knowledge to take your career to the next level. high quality, hands-on learning experiences.

Have you got your USI? What is a Unique Student Identifier - USI?

How to get a USI

To create one go to www.usi.gov.au If you don’t have access to a computer, there is one for this purpose in the foyer of our Mullumbimby admin office.

nationally recognised training

A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required for all students doing nationally recognised training.

This includes students doing Vocational Education Training (VET) in schools.

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Byron Region Community College RTO: 90013

Nationally recognised training: short courses 2016 These courses are run by Parasol EMT (RTO number 2551) who will issue successful participants with a Statement of Attainment.

PROVIDE CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (HLTAID001) This course is for students who have a current Provide First Aid Certificate OR just wish to learn the CPR unit. The course covers the CPR element, which must be updated each year and applies to all workers who may be required to provide CPR, in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.

There is some study involved and practical assessment. This is valid for one year.

Mon1st Aug 9 am - 1 pm Mon, 6h Sep 9 am - 1 pm Concession: $71 Full fee: $79

PROVIDE AN EMERGENCY FIRST AID RESPONSE IN AN EDUCATION & CARE SETTING (HLTAID004) This course is specifically targeted at those working in an education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthmatic and anaphylactic emergencies. Childcare and aged care workplaces use this course as their basic level first aid training. Pre-reading and completion of a workbook before attendance is required. This is valid for three years & the CPR component must be renewed each year.

Mon, 1st Aug 9 am - 5 pm Mon, 6th Sep 9 am - 5 pm Concession: $135 Full fee: $150

PROVIDE FIRST AID (HLTAID003)

Mon, 1st Aug 9 am - 5 pm Mon, 6th Sep 9 am - 5 pm Concession: $126 Full fee: $140

PROVIDE ADVANCED FIRST AID (HLTAID006) This course is for those working in or exposed to high risk situations and deals with the skills and knowledge required to provide an advanced first aid response, including management of the incident and other first aiders, until the arrival of medical or other assistance. Pre-reading and completion of a workbook before attendance is required. This is valid for three years & the CPR component must be renewed each year.

Mon, 1st Aug 9 am - 5 pm Mon, 6th Sep 9 am - 5 pm Concession: $144 Full fee: $160

Byron Region Community College RTO: 90013

nationally recognised training

This course is for all workers who may be required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings. Prereading and completion of a workbook before attendance is required, this is valid for three years and the CPR component must be renewed every year.

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Skill sets – Funded Short Courses in 2016 These subsidised Skill Sets* provide a fantastic opportunity for you to kick start your new career by providing an invaluable stepping stone to further study and work opportunities. Once you have completed one of our short courses you can then go on to complete the full qualification. This is your chance to change your life through gaining new skills, experience and confidence, so get in quick – limited places available. Eligibility criteria applies and full fee exemptions are available for some students. Please discuss when enquiring or enrolling with our friendly staff. *This training is subsidised by the NSW Government

INTRO TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE Looking for a fun and rewarding career that is also flexible to suit your lifestyle? Use this short course as the first stepping stone towards your career in child care. Gain valuable real life work skills within the early childhood sector and work towards your next job at a day-care centre, playgroup or your own family day-care. Held in Mullumbimby the course covers 6 units from the CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care including: • Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting (HLTAID004) • Reflect on and improve own personal practice (CHCPRP003) • Support children to connect with their world (CHCECE012) • Organise personal work priorities and development (BSBWOR301) • Identify and respond to children and young people at risk (CHCPRT001) • Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001) Requirement to start First Aid Course – Monday 25th July 2016 Tuesdays 2nd August to 6th December 2016 – 9am to 4pm Concession: $95 Full fee: $209 (plus resource fee of $70)

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INTRO TO INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT

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This short course is aimed at those interested in kick starting their career in Individual Support. With Australia’s large ageing population, the North Coast of NSW is a popular place for retirement. Job opportunities in this sector are strong and diverse, and extend from residential facilities to assistance for private residents in their own homes. Held in Mullumbimby, the course covers 6 units from the CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support including: • Communicate and work in health or Community services (CHCCOM005) • Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001) • Provide First Aid (HLTAID003) • Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001) • Recognise healthy body systems (HLTAAP001) • Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002) Wednesday 27th July to 28th September 9am – 4pm Concession: $95 Full fee: $259 (plus resource fee of $90)

Byron Region Community College RTO: 90013

FULL QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE IN 2017 Enrol by midday 23rd December 2016 for Early Bird prices on specified courses.

Save up to $600 off full course fees. Smart and Skilled funded places may be available for these qualifications - please call the College for more information

Subsidised Training under Smart and Skilled* Smart and Skilled is a reform of the NSW Vocational Education and Training (VET) system. It’s helping people in NSW get the skills they need to find a job and advance their careers. Many of our full qualifications have full or part fee subsidies available for eligible students.

To apply for any of the funded places you must: • Be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent residency or humanitarian visa status • Live or work in New South Wales

To apply for a Smart and Skilled Concession (S&S Concession) place you must: • Be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent residency or humanitarian visa status • Live or work in New South Wales • Provide evidence of your concession-eligibility

• Be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent residency or humanitarian visa status • Live or work in New South Wales • Be aged between 15-30 years of age • Provide evidence of your concession-eligibility

Applications for these subsidised places are limited so a funded place cannot be guaranteed. Please discuss your eligibility when enquiring or enrolling with our friendly staff. If a course is full when you apply, your application will be placed on an Expressions of Interest list for future courses. We are applying for government funding for the following courses: • Certificate III In Horticulture AHC30710 • Certificate IV In New Small Business BSB42615 • Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) CHC33015

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) CHC33015 • Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30113

*This training is subsidised by the NSW Government

Byron Region Community College RTO: 90013

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING

To apply for a Smart and Skilled Fee-Free Scholarship place you must:

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Nationally recognised training: Full QUALIFICATIONS

CENTRELINK APPROVED

*Our Full Qualifications are Centrelink approved for Austudy if eligible. Most

only require a deposit to enrol followed by scheduled payments throughout the course. Speak to our friendly staff for more information on 02 6684 3374 or call into our office today!

Qualifications that give REAL results. Take the first step in your new career today.

If you are on a low income you may be eligible for a no interest loan to help with training fees.

Contact the Byron Community Centre NILS Team on 6685 6807 or at nils@byroncentre.com.au

CERTIFICATE III IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE (CHC30113)* Looking for a fun and rewarding career? Use this Nationally Recognised Qualification to enter work in the child care sector such as day-care centres, playgroups and family day-care. You will learn how to interact with children and to respond effectively to their physical, social, emotional and developmental needs. Occupational health and safety, nutrition, and legal considerations are also covered. Students will be required to complete 120 hours work experience in a child care facility to provide useful ‘real world’ experience in addition to the hours listed below plus at least 6 hours self-paced study per week

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Mondays and Tuesdays 6th February to 19th September 9am – 3:30pm Standard Full fee: $3200 Concession $3000 Early Bird $2750 (deposit $500)

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Upgrade to DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE (CHC50113)* Take the next step in your career and upgrade from your current CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care to the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. This course is best suited to existing workers in the industry and will further your professional development in this rewarding industry. If you are interested in working at a more senior level, the course provides you with the advanced skills in planning, management and other areas. Students will be required to complete 17 units of study plus 240 hours demonstrated work experience in a child care facility to provide useful ‘real world’ experience. This is in addition to the face-to-face hours listed below. Students will also be required to do approximately 10 hours per week self-paced study. *Students are required to hold or complete the current CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care before being able to enrol in this course (Please see above to find out more and apply) 1 workshop per week every Wednesday - 2nd March to 7th December 2017 8.30am – 12.30pm Full fee: $2200 Concession: $2000 Subsidised funded places may be available for this course through the Prevocational and Part Qualifications Program for eligible students– please speak to College administration for more information Byron Region Community College RTO: 90013

CERTIFICATE III IN INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT (AGEING) (CHC33015)* Australia’s population is ageing and the North Coast of NSW is a popular place for retirement. If you would like to work in the Aged Care Industry, the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is the minimum Nationally Recognised Qualification required to enter this field of work. This course will give you the skills and knowledge to work as a Care Assistant, Nursing Assistant or Home Care Assistant in an Aged Care Facility or within the Community, in what can be a rewarding and fulfilling career. Students will be required to complete 120 hours work experience in an aged care facility to provide useful ‘real world’ experience in addition to the hours listed below plus at least 6 hours self-paced study per week.

Wednesdays and Thursdays 1st February to 1st June 2017 9am – 4pm Standard Full fee: $2700

Concession $2500 Early Bird $2300 (deposit $500)

CERTIFICATE III IN INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT (DISABILITY) (CHC33015)* Australia’s population is ageing and the North Coast of NSW is a popular place for retirement. If you would like to work in the Disability Industry, the Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is the minimum Nationally Recognised Qualification required to enter this field of work. This course will give you the skills and knowledge to work as a Disability Support Worker in a Care Facility or within the Community, in what can be a rewarding and fulfilling career. Students will be required to complete 120 hours work experience in an appropriate environment working with people with disabilities to provide useful ‘real world’ experience in addition to the hours listed below plus at least 6 hours self-paced study per week.

Wednesdays and Thursdays 1st February to 1st June 2017 9am – 4pm Standard Full fee: $2700

Concession $2500 Early Bird $2300 (deposit $500)

CERTIFICATE III IN VISUAL ARTS (CUV30115)*

CERTIFICATE III IN HORTICULTURE (AHC30710)* The Certificate III in Horticulture is a hands-on Nationally Recognised Qualification providing the essential knowledge and skills for those seeking employment in the horticulture field. It goes deeper into horticulture principles and practices giving participants the confidence to develop and maintain effective horticulture systems in urban and rural settings. Make like-minded friends as you get the practical experience and confidence you need to transition your life and the lives of others towards a better future.

Thursdays and Fridays 27th April to 24th November 2017 Standard Full fee: $3950

Concession $3750 Early Bird $3550 (deposit $750)

Byron Region Community College RTO: 90013

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING

Our Certificate III in Visual Arts will help turn your creativity into a career in the exciting field of visual arts. You will develop practical skills in painting, drawing, printmaking and digital imaging.

From building an impressive portfolio of work to opening up opportunities for further study, it’s the perfect qualification to display your talents.

Mondays and Tuesdays 6th February to 27th November 2017 9am – 4pm Standard Full fee: $4950

Concession $4750 Early Bird $4450 (deposit $750)

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BYRON COLLEGE OF PERMACULTURE Byron Community College has a strong history with Permaculture. We have successfully run the Certificate III in Permaculture for the past 6 years, with many of our graduates moving on to exciting opportunities including further studies and employment in the Byron Shire and beyond. We’ve held many successful Permablitz short courses around the local area which have transformed barren spaces to thriving hubs of Permaculture design showcases, plus we added the Certificate IV in Permaculture to our course list for the first time this year. We also run the intensive Permaculture Design Course several times a year, which provides students with the opportunity to be introduced to the world of sustainability and opportunity that Permaculture offers up.

2016 marks the year that the Permaculture Training Package becomes officially endorsed by the National Regulatory bodies. This is an exciting time for the Permaculture movement, but for now whilst we aren’t able to officially advertise what we are offering for next year in the way of Permaculture courses, we can let you know that it’s business as usual. We are in the process of applying for the new Certificate III and IV level courses to run them next year, and plan on getting the information up online and out to everyone as soon as the official word is sent through to us that we can. Stay in touch if you’re interested in finding out more by contacting our friendly staff on 02 6684 3374.

PERMACULTURE DESIGN COURSE

Student Story Terry Gray Permaculture Cert III, Horticulture Cert III & Permaculture Cert IV

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I moved to the Byron Shire about 6 years ago after falling in love with the area on surfing trips from Sydney.

What started out as an interest in organic gardening led me to Byron College as I discovered they were offering the Cert III in Permaculture, which, through life circumstances, I was unable to complete the first time round. In 2014 I came back and gave it another go, this time completing it and then carrying on to study the Certificate III in Horticulture last year.

This year I am continuing my studies and am excited to be doing the Certificate IV in Permaculture.

I have just had the most incredible learning experiences here at the College. The staff and trainers have given me all the support that I have needed and I have made some life-long friends. The buildings here and the grounds are also really inspiring. One day I would love to be able to teach Permaculture and I believe the College is giving me the opportunity to reach that goal. I could not recommend the Cert III and IV in Permaculture and Cert III in Horticulture highly enough.

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Modular Permaculture Design Course This course offered over 13 days will cover the foundational 72 hour International Permaculture Design Course (PDC) curriculum with an additional focus upon practical activities in the garden including no-dig gardening, seed saving, plant propagation, Food Forestry, Hugelkultur, tree maintenance, composting, food preparation and more..... The course will incorporate field trips to the award winning Mullumbimby Community Garden, Urban Food Forests, Bush Permaculture Systems and Natural Forest Ecosystems. The team is led by Bunya Halasz with other tutors: Robin Clayfield, Tom Duncan and James Nash.

This course is offered in a modular format and can be completed over a period of up to 12 months. In order to receive the internationally recognized Permaculture Design Certificate you must complete all modules within this timeframe and then attend the final 3 days of the course and satisfactorily completing an Individual Permaculture Design Project.

Permaculture Ethics and Principles with Bunya Halasz

Organic Integrated Vegetable Gardening with Bunya Halasz

What is permaculture and why is it relevant to our world today? How can I integrate the Ethics and Principles of Permaculture in my Daily Life?

In this module we will explore the foundations of Permaculture, learn about the underlying patterns in Nature and how comprehending and working with them can support you to live a richer, more easeful life.

1 Sat, 10 September 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

Explore a comprehensive range of Organic Gardening techniques including Composting, Crop Rotation, Companion Planting and natural pest and disease management. Create a ‘no-dig garden’ from local, low cost materials and learn about seasonal planting in the Humid Subtropics.

1 Sat, 24 September 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Durrumbul Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

Plant Propagation and Seed Saving with Bunya Halasz

The fundamentals of Permaculture design theory and practice. Explore how the Elements of Nature - Earth, Water, Air and Fire - define the unique conditions and opportunities of any site. Learn how to analyse and map these powerful forces to support you to work with, rather than against them to achieve your lifestyle and production goals.

1 Sun, 25 September 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

• Integrating Trees into Food Production Systems - Creating Food Forests Sat 15 Oct

• Community Design and Social Permaculture Sun 6 Nov

• Water Systems in Your Garden Sat 16 Oct

• Group Design Project Sat 12 Nov

• Organic Soil Management Sun 22 Oct

• Individual Project Design Workshop Sun 13 Nov

Explore a range of simple plant propagation techniques including cuttings, root division and seed raising to allow you to grow a range of plants for your garden in a simple and cost effective manner. Learn a range of seed saving and storage techniques that empower you to secure the great diversity of food varieties on our planet.

1 Sun, 11 September 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99

• Integrated Animal Production Systems Sun 23 Oct • Sustainable Housing and Appropriate Technology Sat 5 Nov

Introduction to Permaculture Design with James Nash

• Design Project Presentations, Locavore Feast and Celebration Sat 3 Dec

For more information call 02 6684 3374 or visit www.byroncollege.org.au

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THE SMALL BUSINESS HUB Byron Community College is excited to introduce “The Small Business Hub”. You can enrol in the Certificate IV in New Small Business to gain a Nationally Recognised Qualification, or for those requiring specific training, a variety of small workshops have now been added for you to choose from.

The Small Business Hub has been created to provide small business owners and those looking to start a small business with the advice, information and tools to succeed. Workshops offered will cover Marketing, Finance, Employing Staff, Networking and more. For those looking for a more in-depth course, the Certificate IV in New Small Business covers everything you need to know about starting up to operating a small business.

You will meet and network with other small business owners in relaxed, vibrant and inspirational sessions.

Gaining the confidence you need to transition your life towards a better future.

CERTIFICATE IV IN NEW SMALL BUSINESS (BSB42615)

nationally recognised training

An ideal qualification for those running or setting up a small business. You will learn how to write business and financial plans, monitor and manage finances and market and promote your business.

This program has made a difference to the lives and success of many small businesses in the Byron Region – enrol and find out why!

Mondays and Tuesdays 13th February - 23rd May 2017 9am – 4pm Standard Full fee: $2350 Concession $2150 Early Bird $1950 (deposit $500)

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Tutor Profile Tarryn Hawley Certificate IV New Small Business

At the beginning of 2016 Tarryn Hawley joined the Byron Region Community College as our Small Business Trainer. Tarryn has many years comprehensive business operations experience gained through owning and developing a small business. This experience along with office management roles, business development and events management roles has developed and broadened the range of competencies she is able to provide to her students.

She is creative and passionate about communicating how things can work better and is committed to giving small business entrepreneurs the right information and tools to realize their own dreams.

Tarryn emigrated to Australia with her husband in 2000 and after travelling around the whole of Australia for 2 years, finally settled down in Queensland.

Around 10 years ago there was an opportunity to start their own Electrical Contracting business, which over the years grew to a fairly large organisation.

In 2012 a business opportunity presented itself in Byron Bay, so they purchased an existing Electrical Contracting business and moved down to the area.

After all this time in business Tarryn decided to obtain her Training and Assessment Certificate so that she could help teach others about small business. A rewarding career move especially when students go on to be successful small business owners.

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SMALL BUSINESS HUB WORKSHOPS – AVAILABLE 2016

Business networking is the most powerful, NEW profitable and cost effective form of obtaining new business today, yet few people are comfortable or confident with this type of marketing.

By attending this workshop, you will learn such skills as: business promotion, form an Elevator Pitch, building your networking and much more.

Thursday 11th August 9am – 3.30pm Concession: $29 Full fee: $149 See page 15 for concession eligibility

NEGOTIATIONS AND DISPUTES with Patrea Mourtzakis

Your ability to negotiate effectively and achieve defined objectives is critical to your business success. We’ve all seen unresolved conflicts derail even the most important projects, resulting in costly delays.

You’ll emerge from this program with a powerful, highly effective and ethical style of negotiation, along with the practical skills and tools to, preserve and enhance personal and commercial relationship, increase confidence and reduce stress when resolving conflicts, resolve disputes confidentially and create value in your negotiations Tuesdays 6th and 13th September 10am – 2pm Concession: $49 Full fee: $300 See page 15 for concession eligibility

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Social Media for Business with Liss Caldwell

Learn which social media is right for your business, what is available and how to use it effectively to build your brand. Produce a platform you are proud to stand on and that will promote your business growth and public profile.

6 Tue, 16 August to 20 September 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Byron Concession: $49 Full Fee: $173 See page 15 for concession eligibility

INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING with Tarryn Hawley

These low cost, interactive marketing workshops enable you to write a marketing plan for your business using a pre-designed template and other online resources. The workshop is ideal for those running or involved in a micro or small business that have responsibility for marketing as well as other business activity. At the Introduction to Marketing you will be able to express your interest in other marketing areas you require training in and from this, new workshops will be organised to cover your needs.

Thursdays 25th August and 1st September 9am – 3pm Concession: $49 Full fee: $199 See page 15 for concession eligibility

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INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN RESOURCES with Tarryn Hawley

Our Introduction to Human Resources

NEW will advance your skills and knowledge in specific topic areas of HR and people management.

From recruitment to employee management, contracts, wages and workplace health and safety. At the Introduction to Human Resources you will be able to express your interest in other employment areas you require training in and from this, new workshops will be organised to cover your needs.

Thursdays 3rd and 10th November 9am – 3.30pm Concession: $49 Full fee: $199 See page 15 for concession eligibility

FINANCIAL RECORD KEEPING FOR BUSINESS with Tarryn Hawley

How easily can you access ‘at a glance’ information about your business to reliably inform important decisions? Good record keeping impacts both your business growth and your bottom line. Unlock the benefits of effective record keeping, control systems and financial solutions to optimise your business profitability and performance.

Wednesday 26th October 9am – 3.30pm Concession: $49 Full fee: $149 See page 15 for concession eligibility

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For more information call 02 6684 3374 or visit www.byroncollege.org.au

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NETWORKING with Tarryn Hawley

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SMALL BUSINESS HUBBUSINESS WORKSHOPS – AVAILABLE 2016 TERM 3 AND 4 SMALL HUB WORKSHOPS

Websites Using Wordpress with Liss Caldwell

Master the basics of WordPress in this handson course. Liss will guide you through creating, managing and using a WordPress website or blog, giving you the skills needed to see your ideas come to life. Computer skills required.

Additional materials $15.

5 Wed, 17 August to 14 September 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Byron Concession: $99 Full Fee: $203 See page 15 for concession eligibility

Photoshop CS6 for Beginners with Tirza Abb

nationally recognised training

For business people and photo enthusiasts alike.

Learn how to navigate your way around Photoshop, adjusting, cropping, enhancing and making your photos come to life for print and web. Course runs at a comfortable pace for everyone’s needs. Basic computer skills required.

6 Tue, 9 August to 13 September 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Mullum Concession: $99 Full Fee: $243 See page 15 for concession eligibility

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Landing your new career with Kellie Marshall

Changing careers, re-entering the

NEW workforce or searching for that new role?

Creating a well-prepared and well-written resume is a worthwhile investment of time and effort which can set you apart from the competition and get you that interview. In this course we will look at how to produce an effective resume as well as covering interview techniques so that you can stand out from the crowd and land that job!

2 Mon, 15 August to 22 August 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Mullum Concession: $49 Full Fee: $92 See page 15 for concession eligibility

Events management with Kimberley Galceran

Want to learn how to organise a gig, movie

NEW screening, art exhibition, workshop or a

cultural event? This short-course will give you the big picture on all the considerations -from developing your concept to booking a space, promoting your event to building your team, infrastructure, budgeting, ticketing, food and drinks, entertainment and plenty more!

2 Thu, 25 August to 1 September 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Byron Concession: $104 Full Fee: $115

Business Pathways is an initiative focused on supporting Small to Medium Enterprises in our region. We provide a range of services including free mentoring, training and access to expert advice. If you’re ready to take your business to the next level or need free advice, Paul Jameson would be happy to hear from you.

Contact Paul: Mobile 0408 866 651 or email paulj@byroncollege.org.au www.business-pathways.com A Sourdough managed

by Byron Community To secureinitiative your place be sure to enrol at College. In association with Edmund Barton Centre for least 3 days before your class starts! business excellence.

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Smart and Skilled opportunities Concession Eligibility If you live or work in NSW now is your chance to take advantage of some NSW Government funding being offered on some of our general courses marked with (See page 15 for concession eligibility).

Concession prices on these courses can only be taken up by enrolling in person at either one of our campus’ in Mullumbimby or Byron Bay. On-line or telephone enrolments will not be eligible for the subsidy.

This hands-on course is designed for the Mac beginner with little or almost no computer knowledge. Find out about the Desktop, the Dock, Finder, setting Preferences, backup and security, Mission Control, using Safari for the Internet, Reminders, Notes, Calendar and Contacts. Throughout the course, file management skills will be introduced to help with creating, saving and finding files and folders.

6 Wed, 17 August to 21 September 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Byron Concession: $99 Full Fee: $243 See page 15 for concession eligibility

APPLE MAC NEXT STEP with Nicole Haggerty

This is the “next step” after completing Apple Mac Beginners OR for those who have a general understanding of their Mac computer. The course reviews most of the Apple applications, along with dedicated sessions on iTunes, iPhoto, Mail, Safari as well as reviewing the general functions of a Mac operating system. Also covered are privacy and security issues, restoring and backing up, setting system preferences and general file management skills to help navigate, store and retrieve files.

6 Wed, 17 August to 21 September 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Byron Concession: $183 Full Fee: $203

general courses Please note: our classroom PC’s run Windows 7 & Macs run OS X Mavericks operating Systems

APPLE MAC IPAD FOR BEGINNERS with Nicole Haggerty

This hands-on beginners course is for those with no or little experience with the fundamentals of an iPad. Even if you know a few of the basics this course will give you a good understanding of how it works.

An initial demonstration session will be held on the basics of the device then the focus will be on using the iPad’s apps and how your device works with iCloud (students will need to bring their own iPad to class and know or obtain their Apple ID).

1 Tue, 23 August 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mullum Concession: $73 Full Fee: $81

IPAD FOR BEGINNERS LEVEL 2 with Nicole Haggerty

iPad for beginners Level 2 is a continuation from the beginners course, however, if you have some basic experience then you could still undertake the course.

The aim of this course is to look more in depth at the applications available and learn how to use your iPad comfortably with your other devices. The content covers: Using Safari, iPhoto, security, backup and lots of tips and tricks. This is a continuation from the beginners course, however, if you have some basic experience then you could still undertake this course.

1 Tue, 6 September 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mullum Concession: $39 Full Fee: $81 See page 15 for concession eligibility

To secure your place be sure to enrol at least 3 days before class starts!

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Apple Mac for Beginners with Nicole Haggerty

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KNOW MY IPHONE with Joey Mason

This course aims to provide its students with the skills and know how to effectively take control of their iPhone and use it to its full potential. It applies to both the novice and advanced user, though students should own an iPhone before taking the course. Topics Covered will be Intro & Explanation of the iPhone, Apps & Downloading, Shortcuts & Tricks, iPhone sync with iTunes and iPhone Sync with iCloud.

1 Fri, 2 September 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Byron Concession: $58 Full Fee: $65

ITUNES with Joey Mason

Love music and want to know how to get the best from the digital music age? This course will show you why iTunes is so easy to use. Learn how to manage, edit, store, import and organise your personal music in this fun and friendly class.

3 Mon, 5 September to 19 September 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Byron Concession: $110 Full Fee: $122

APPLE MAC / SOCIAL MEDIA

Traktor Pro DJ Software: Get Movin’ with Joey Mason

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Enter the world of Digital DJing and take control of the music that you love. This course aims to give you the confidence to categorise, edit and mix your music for a digital DJ performance. Learn how to deliver music with clarity, style, skills and technique so you can DJ at home, at your next private party or, with some dedicated practice, you could go onto perform on radio or a professional event.

3 Thu, 8 September to 22 September 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Byron Concession: $146 Full Fee: $162

SOCIAL MEDIA Social Media for Beginners with Liss Caldwell

Are you new to Social Media? This course

NEW will help you navigate the internet so you can use Facebook, Twitter, Pintrest, Instagram and basic blogging to stay in touch with family and reconnect and interact with friends. Discover what’s out there and how to use it safely for social purposes.

2 Sat, 13 August to 20 August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Byron Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

Blogging for Beginners with Liss Caldwell

You will learn how to set up and create a

NEW professional blog to increase your public profile and become a recognized authority in your field. Build your brand and platform and making money while you blog. Establish your blog now and get it performing for you. Students will leave with a free functional blog.

2 Sat, 10 September to 17 September 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Byron Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

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Computer Basics with Wendy Bithell

This course will build on your basic computer skills helping you to organise your computer and put things where you can find them. We will also cover downloading, organising and editing your photos, creating and format Word documents, sending and receiving emails with attachments and organising your contacts. We will also workshop other issues that you have with your computer.

5 Thu, 11 August to 8 September 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Byron Concession: $99 Full Fee: $203 See page 15 for concession eligibility

Tech Savvy Seniors with Wendy Bithell

This course is for beginners over the age of 60, who wish to learn basic Windows-based computer skills.

In this hands-on, gently paced course, students will learn how to manage their files and folders, as well as basic Word Processing skills. There will also be an introduction to smartphones and tablets. You will learn how to access the vast store of knowledge, information and amazing diversity available on the Internet. Whether you are returning to study, volunteering, researching family history or helping grandchildren with school work, this course can introduce new techniques to make the most of the Internet. This course is ideal for those totally new to computers as well as people with some degree of computer skills. No prior computing experience is required to enrol. This course is not suitable for Mac users. Tech Savvy Seniors is an initiative of the NSW Ageing Strategy and is funded through a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra.

5 Thu, 11 August to 8 September 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Byron Full Fee: $15

Spreadsheet essentials with Mark Baumert

Learn the essential skills to use the spreadsheet for home and office applications. From the basics including layout, formatting and printing through to the manipulation of text and numbers, participants will get a thorough grounding in applying this powerful tool to solve a myriad of problems. A working knowledge of the Windows environment is needed.

4 Thu, 1 September to 22 September 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $146 Full Fee: $162

Excel as a Database with Mark Baumert

For those already using a spreadsheet application, extend your skills to managing data. Learning how to sort, filter and subtotal data as well as cleverly combine these techniques to extract information from your spreadsheet application.

1 Wed, 14 September 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $44 Full Fee: $49

Smartphones & Tablets Introduction with Wendy Bithell

Smartphones can do much more than answer or make calls and text messages. Tablet computers fill a niche between smartphones and personal computers. You can watch videos, listen to music, surf the Web, study, stay in touch and engage in a multitude of other activities on a smartphone or a tablet. This workshop is an introduction for those wanting to investigate these devices or who are just starting out with a smartphone or a tablet.

2 Thu, 15 September to 22 September 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Byron Concession: $73 Full Fee: $81

Enrol online at www.byroncollege.org.au

MICROSOFT WINDOWS

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Writing For Wellbeing with Annie Barrett

WRITING First words with Barbara Nathan

Though spellbinding in its effects, creative writing itself isn’t magical. Whether you’ve always wanted to write and not known where to start or just want to start scribbling, we’ll make a beginning. Take a peep at attitudes affecting creativity and at what stops us writing. We’ll then plunge headlong into sorting story ideas, writing outlines and first drafts, revising and editing.

6 Mon, 1 August to 5 September 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $186 Full Fee: $207

Weekend Writing Workshop with Jane Abercrombie

Weave stories from your memories and poetry from whatever pops into your head. A fun weekend workshop with lots of creative writing exercises to get the words flowing onto the paper. You might not be able to stop.

Sat & Sun, 13 August to 14 August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mullum Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

Experience the tender and profound, the light and humorous in your writing. Annie is passionate about creative writing and an experienced counsellor and group facilitator. She guides you with simple creative writing exercises to play with words and explore your creativity. Discover your writing voice and the hidden gems in your writing and enhance your wellbeing.

1 Sat, 27 August 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Byron Concession: $54 Full Fee: $60

Structural Editing with Liss Caldwell

Do you have a first draft or complete

NEW manuscript? This course will teach you how to structurally edit your manuscript ready for copy and proof editing to check all an agents or acquisitions boxes. First impressions count and you want to ensure your MS is authentic in its setting, story, characters, dialogue and structure.

2 Sun, 28 August to 4 September 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Byron Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

WRITING

Self Publish Your Own Books With Amazon with Christina Larmer

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Thinking of writing a book or do you have a memoir gathering dust in your hard drive? Would you love to see it published one day? Then DIY! Thanks to sites like Amazon, it’s easier than ever to self-publish your own stories online as ebooks and paperbacks. In this course, the Amazon best-selling author of nine novels will show you how to use Kindle Direct Publishing and CreateSpace to turn a Word manuscript into a book you can sell online or just show off to friends.

Learn about creating great covers, preparing author bios and online marketing. Basic understanding of computers required.

2 Thu, 18 August to 25 August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mullum Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

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Music & performance

Harmonica for Beginners with Kenneth Gates

The song writing circle is an innovative

NEW workshop designed to help you as an existing musician improve your song writing skills.

The goal of this workshop is not to teach song writing techniques, but to teach the basic principles for framing and receiving constructive, helpful feedback.

By using this approach, you will learn about your individual creative process in an organic way from fellow songwriters and be given valuable skills to use in your future creative ventures.You will need to bring a portable instrument to class.

6 Mon, 1 August to 5 September 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mullum Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

Stand Up Comedy with Mandy Nolan

Learn to become a stand up comedian in just 6 weeks!

Great for wannabee comics or just people who want to be more popular! It’s Mandy. It’s Stand Up comedy.

Just bloody enrol. There will be a performance night at the end of the course!

6 Wed, 10 August to 21 September No class 24th August 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Mullum Concession: $186 Full Fee: $207

Ukulele for Beginners with Kenneth Gates

Would you like to play a musical instrument, sing and have fun at the same time? Even Blokes can do it.

Learn about strumming, finger-picking, chords and how to pick out a tune in single notes. Absolutely no musical knowledge needed. You will go home with at least 6 songs in your bag. Bring a ukulele or enquire at the college to borrow one (limited available).

1 Sun, 14 August 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Mullum Concession: $78 Full Fee: $87

Radio Broadcasting with Rudiger Wasser

This hands-on course aims to give you an understanding of radio and some basic radio skills such as interviewing techniques and writing for radio.

You will learn about recording, using microphones, selecting music, conducting interviews and organising a radio show hands-on at BayFM. You might be the next big radio talent!

5 Mon, 15 August to 12 September 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Byron Concession: $220 Full Fee: $245

Enrol online at www.byroncollege.org.au

MUSIC & PERFORMANCE

The songwriting circle with Chris Mallory

Learn how to make like a train, play in time with others, make your own music or solo in a band.

Whether your musical interests be Mozart, down and dirty blues or somewhere in between, we will explore chords and single notes as well as special techniques such as warbling and vibrato. Absolutely no music theory knowledge is needed. You need your own ‘C’ harmonica, or purchase one for $20 on the day.

After 8 years teaching at the college this will be Ken’s last class so don’t miss out!

1 Sat, 13 August 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Mullum Concession: $78 Full Fee: $87

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Acoustic Guitar For Beginners with Karl Farren

Guitar Improvisation and Chord Extensions for the 12 Bar Blues If you’re one of the millions who bought a guitar, with Kristan Burnnand learned three chords (or less), got frustrated, and hasn’t picked up the guitar since, this class is for you! This is a fresh start, a chance to get over those ‘beginner’s blues’ and actually get to play stuff and enjoy it. So dust off your guitar, bring it along and join in. But be warned, you may well find you’ll acquire a lifelong addiction to playing your guitar. Additional materials $10.

6 Wed, 17 August to 21 September 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Mullum Concession: $125 Full Fee: $139

Acoustic Guitar - Part two with Karl Farren

uses and applications for guitarists through both major and minor tonalities of the Blues using a range of useful scales that incorporate improvising elements featured in Jazz. Acoustic finger picking from Folk to Mississippi Delta and Chicago Blues will also be covered. Suitable for intermediate to advanced players. This is a practical, hands-on workshop for both acoustic and electric guitar players.

4 Tue, 23 August to 13 September 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Mullum Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92

One Day Marimba Fun with Jane Abercrombie

Marimbas are a tuned percussion instrument - easy to learn, happy and uplifting. At this workshop you will learn how to play together on Jane’s collection of hand-made wooden marimbas. By the end of the day the class will have at least one tune down. Beginners and all levels of musical experience welcome.

1 Sat, 3 September 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Mullum Concession: $71 Full Fee: $79

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This course will suit you if you are a reasonably confident beginner rather than a novice; can already play through some songs; or have already completed Karl?s Beginners course. What happens for lots of us is we get to the stage of being able to play a few songs, but then get a bit stuck, and don?t know where to go next. What can easily happen then is that we get bored playing the same old things and not progressing. Karl has a bunch of cool things to show you that will enable you to break through that.

Additional materials $10.

6 Thu, 18 August to 22 September 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Mullum Concession: $125 Full Fee: $139

Time to unpack and explore the language

NEW of the Blues! The lessons will cover practical

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Bellydance Drum Solo with Tatiana Keller

DANCE

Drum solos are fun to dance to. Discover your inner fire and add spark and excitement to your bellydance repertoire in this high-energy choreography featuring belly dance isolations, pop and lock patterns and shimmy drills. This course is for students at intermediate level.

8 Wed, 3 August to 21 September 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm Mullum Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92

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The Hawaiian dance of Hula is good for both your body, mind and soul. Come along to this fun, class and learn some basic Hula steps and useful Hawaiian phrases for dancing hula. We will be putting these steps together for a gentle dance that you can practice by yourself or share with your family and friends. Open to men and women.

7 Mon, 1 August to 19 September 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Mullum Concession: $73 Full Fee: $81

Tango Argentino For Beginners with Esther Zellweger

It takes two to tango... So, bring a friend. Jump right into Argentine Tango’s basic moves and start dancing in a class where you’ll get a peek at some of the classic moves of real Argentine Tango like the Ocho, the Cruzado, and the Molinete, and the basic patterns of essential Milonga. In a friendly group environment we will listen to tango rhythms, approach some of the leading and following techniques and consolidate what we have learned by practicing with changing dance partners. No previous dancing experience is needed. If you don’t have a partner to enrol with, please contact the College for the tutor’s phone number to discuss.

7 Tue, 2 August to 13 September 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mullum Concession: $109 Full Fee: $121

Spirit Bellydance with Tatiana Keller

Pole dancing for beginners with Allison Pezzutti

Over the six weeks, you will progress through exercises on the pole that will increase your strength, flexibility and improve your posture. Each week you will be given new tricks to learn and this will be formulated into a routine over the course. This is a fun way to get fit, meet new people and have fun.

6 Wed, 10 August to 14 September 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Byron Concession: $104 Full Fee: $115

Bollywood Dance: Beginners with Shamila Millard

Men and women with some or no prior dance experience now have the opportunity to try this colourful and light hearted Indian dance form. By the end of the 6 weeks, we will have you shimmying across the dance floor like a Bollywood star and you will have a mastered a fun choreography to impress your friends and family.

Bollywood dancing is a cheeky way to stay fit, warm and smiling this winter.

6 Thu, 18 August to 22 September 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Mullum Concession: $94 Full Fee: $104

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DANCE

Gentle hula basics with Gisela Conechado

Bellydancing hearkens back not only centuries but aeons ago when women used a very body centered dance as part of their rituals. With over 20 years of study behind her, don’t miss this opportunity to learn from this very experienced teacher/performer.

Connect with your femininity and increase your confidence in this empowering class.

8 Wed, 3 August to 21 September 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Mullum Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92

Enrol online at www.byroncollege.org.au

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Darkroom Printing with Caroline Fisher

PHOTOGRAPHY Your Camera with Caroline Fisher

Would you like to get more out of your camera and take higher quality photographs? This course will cover panoramic, time lapse, exposure, focus, flash, automatic, semi automatic and manual modes and will be practiced in the field at local rainforest, wetland or beach locations. You will get plenty of individual time with the tutor to ask questions and fully understand your camera be it DSLR, point and shoot, compact or phone styles.

1 Sun, 31 July 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Byron Concession: $98 Full Fee: $109

Photo story telling with Andrea Falletta

Explore you Camera with Caroline Fisher

This advanced one day photography workshop will enhance your creativity & technical ability.

Portraiture, landscape, sport, macro and light quality will all be covered. Special effects using ISO, aperture and shutter speeds will be demystified. Composition, lighting, photo design and colour will be discussed in the classroom and demonstrated in the field at beautiful local beach or rainforest locations, enabling you to explore and practice skills in a small group, with one of Australia’s leading freelance photographers.

1 Sun, 18 September 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Byron Concession: $98 Full Fee: $109

PHOTOGRAPHY

A picture can tell a thousand words, it can evoke emotions that make us feel happy, sad, love or anger.

In this course you will learn some great tips and tricks from a professional photojournalist about how to make your pictures share a story. No photographic skills required, just a willingness to tell a story through your camera which can be anything from a professional camera to the one on your phone.

5 Mon, 15 August to 12 September 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mullum Concession: $104 Full Fee: $115

Darkroom printing is all about the lost art, subtle science and magical fun of images appearing before your eyes as you learn how to make black & white prints onto photographic paper using an enlarger, traditional chemistry and the red safelights. You’ll learn how to make test strips, enlargement prints and how to properly develop, fix, wash and dry your print. Break away from digital & immerse yourself with the alchemy of hand made darkroom photographic printing.

1 Sun, 21 August 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Byron Concession: $98 Full Fee: $109

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HANDCRAFTS

Sewing For Beginners with Annie Martin

For the complete beginner to gain confidence and learn all the sewing basics e.g. patterns, cutting, machines and overlockers. Make a simple garment in a fun, stimulating and creative environment. You will need to phone the tutor on enrolment to discuss pattern and material choice. Additional materials $5 6 Tue, 16 August to 20 September 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Byron Concession: $179 Full Fee: $199

Stretch Sewing with Annie Martin

Learn to sew all the latest fashion garments with stretch fabrics. Using a domestic machine and overlocker (bring your own or use machines supplied), you will learn techniques including binding, hemming and elasticising to produce quality garments such as yoga-wear, t-shirts, dancewear and swimwear. Some basic sewing skills are necessary.

Additional materials $5 6 Thu, 18 August to 22 September 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Byron Concession: $156 Full Fee: $173

Song of the Saw with Patt Gregory

In this course you will design and make a beautiful wooden chopping board. Topics covered include wood, traditional measuring, the Tenon saw, body posture, how to saw straight and true, gluing and clamping, shaping and sanding and using an edible oil to finish. If you can saw then you can make joints and if you can make joints then you can join wood together and make beautiful objects.

Materials $20 1 Sat, 20 August 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mullum Concession: $98 Full Fee: $109

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Screen Printing with Jude White

Using your own designs you will create a photographically exposed silk screen using sunlight and print your own T-shirts and/ or fabrics. You can take the screen home and continue to print on whatever you choose, at your leisure. This is a simple yet very successful technique which is able to be done without a professional studio. Materials Fee $30 3 Fri, 2 September to 16 September 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Mullum Concession: $156 Full Fee: $173

Silversmithing Introduction with Wendy Springfield

In this course you will complete three or more pieces of jewellery. You will learn to design and size your own special ring, a linked chain bracelet and a solid multi-component cuff bangle. Skills taught include sawing, filing, sanding, polishing, annealing and soldering precious metal. The course sets you on a path to explore precious metal as a Fine Art and is a rewarding hobby. Materials fee $70 3 Sun, 4 September to 18 September 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Mullum Concession: $202 Full Fee: $224

For more information call 02 6684 3374 or visit www.byroncollege.org.au

HANDCRAFTS

Basket Weaving with Eloise Galea

Learn how to create beautiful baskets using natural fibres from plants that grow around us. You will learn how to recognise, gather and prepare local plants for weaving then be shown basic weaving techniques.

This is a great way for women to come together and share their creative ideas. It’s fun and very relaxing, but be warned, it’s addictive!

Additional materials $10.

3 Fri, 12 August to 26 August 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Mullum Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

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Drawing & Painting Four Views of Byron with Harry Westera

Byron Bay is a town with history, vitality, culture and diversity. Paint four recognisable views of the interesting Byron townscape. Drawing from photo images, you will learn a simple, effective way to sketch a few trees, the outlines of some buildings and maybe even a shorthand way of adding a car or two! Develop your drawing into a black and white watercolour painting. Then try different pictures in colour. Easy step-by-step instruction. Work in your own sketchbook or on watercolour paper that you can put into a frame. Photo images provided but you might like to finish off using your own Byron town photos on the second Saturday. Additional materials $15.

2 Sat, 13 August to 20 August 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Byron Concession: $145 Full Fee: $161

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Student Story Nathaniel Caldwell Byron Community College helped me get ahead

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Painted Portraits with Sharon Muir

Paint a convincing likeness of a face by learning the basic skills of painting tonally.

Starting with an A4 sized black and white photocopy of a face, you will be guided through each stage until completion. We will work with gouache (opaque watercolour) onto paper. Suitable for complete beginners or those with some experience. $10 Materials fee.

1 Sat, 13 August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mullum Concession: $62 Full Fee: $69

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Fashion Design with Kusha Sihvola

Got a passion for fashion? This course will show you how to draw a fashion figure and garments ready for patternmaking. Researching from fashion trends past and present, as well as fabric and trim availability, you will produce drawings for a small range of garments ready for sampling. Silhouette, proportion and colour will be explored, as well as textiles and texture. Ideal for those wanting to get into the fashion industry or design their own clothes.

6 Wed, 17 August to 21 September 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $186 Full Fee: $207

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In 2012, when I was in year 10 I started attending Caroline Fischer’s photography workshops on the weekends, whilst still at school. This enabled me to develop skills and build a portfolio which led to me having my photos on the cover of Northerly Magazine a number of times. I gained volunteer work as a photographer in workshops and at the Byron Bay Writer’s Festival and increased my portfolio. My portfolio gained me work experience as 1 of 20 students from across Australia at Animal Logic (where I assisted with The Great Gatsby, Wolverine, Walking with Dinosaurs), I also had work experience at Playstation Mag, ABC 3, Good Game and ABC based on my portfolio.

In 2013 I began assisting Caroline Fischer in her workshops. I also furthered my extra curriculum study with Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign at night while I finished year eleven. My portfolio and the skills gained based on courses at Byron Community College allowed me to gain underage entry straight from year eleven into a Diploma of Screen and Media specialising in 3D Animation at SAE. My Diploma (instead of doing year 12) gave me advanced standing into Qantm University and enabled me to complete my Bachelor Degree in 3D Animation specialising in 3D Modelling in fourteen months. Because of my skill set I gained work experience at Alt.FX one of Australia’s top Animation companies. I graduated uni at twenty and wore my Kylo Wren Costume instead of graduation gowns and was head hunted straight from uni to Binyan Studios where I am doing what I love and combining 3D Animation in Environmental Design and Architecture.

There are many paths to your destination, Byron Community College made mine more tailored to me and let me focus on the skills I wanted to develop so I can now continue to do what I love. The school classroom was not for me. The College always treated me with respect and as an equal and it allowed my creativity to flow.

I still use my skills from Caroline and the design courses and am starting my own design and production company Phoenix Cre8ions.

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Playing with Paint, Conquering Contour Drawing with Sharon Muir Painting Fears with Kim Banffy Contour Drawings are line drawings that NEW

Watercolours with Ri Fraser

Want to learn how to do those exquisite transparent watercolours? It’s not as hard as you think! We’ll experiment with brushwork, colour, textures, composition and perspective. In six weeks you’ll be surprised with what you can achieve. We venture into basic landscapes and seascapes, establishing a strong foundation for confident painting and selfexpression. Ri demonstrates in every class so students see ‘how to’ in action. This class suits beginners and experienced students.

6 Thu, 11 August to 22 September No class 25th August 10:00 am - 12:45 pm Mullum Concession: $170 Full Fee: $189

create the illusion of three dimensional form on a flat surface. This is a very pleasurable and tactile way of drawing which depends on the senses of sight and touch. Improve your drawing skills by refining these senses and in turn developing your observational skills. Additional Materials $5 1 Sat, 20 August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mullum Concession: $62 Full Fee: $69

Urban sketching with Regina Berwein

This course is for you whether you have never been sketching before or you are already keeping a sketchbook or visual journal.

Together we will explore different techniques and styles as well as tips and tricks in the classroom and do some exercises before we venture out into the urban space and start filling our sketchbooks. We will begin to establish a habit of recording our lives and surroundings in daily drawings of cityscapes and people in motion. We finish this course back in the studio to refine and bring our sketches to the next level. Additional materials $5.

4 Sat, 27 August to 17 September 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Byron Concession: $104 Full Fee: $115

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For more information call 02 6684 3374 or visit www.byroncollege.org.au

DRAWING & PAINTING

In this course you will learn how to feel confident in using the medium of acrylic paint. Part of learning how to paint is to learn some basics about the elements of design & then get stuck into learning how the medium behaves. You won’t be painting pictures of ‘things’, you will be familiarising yourself with the medium, how it behaves and how to use the elements of design expressively.

6 Wed, 17 August to 21 September 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Byron Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

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COOKING

Please enrol at least Vegan nut cheeses and milk 3 days in advance to with Arianne Schreiber allow tutors time to purchase ingredients NEW Learn the creative art of making tasty

Wild Fermentation - Delicious Homemade Probiotic Food with Jean Martinez

Learn age old preserving techniques as together we will capture cultures and make some delicious ferments. Naturally fermented foods are nutrientenhanced and maintain healthy bacteria in the gut - essential for your digestion and overall vitality.

Receipes for vegetable and dairy ferments including sauerkraut, cultured cream and butter, lactofermented tomato sauce, sparkling fruit drinks and kefir are included. Materials fee $45 includes morning tes, light lunch and fermented foods.

1 Thu, 11 August 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mullum Concession: $73 Full Fee: $81

Rio delights - cheese breads and tapioca crepes with Wilson Aguiar

Discover a taste of Brazil in this gluten and yeast free workshops Wilson shares his culinary secrets behind making tasty Brazilian cheese puffs, known worldwide for their soft tasty dough and tapioca crepes. A beautiful gluten free addition to any table. Additional materials $50.

1 Fri, 12 August 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Federal Concession: $99 Full Fee: $110

Cooking with Snowy with Steve Snow

In this class I will de-mystify seafood, giving away all my secrets in easy to follow recipes and demonstrations.

You will leave the course with a repertoire you can reproduce to the sound of thunderous applause at your next dinner party. Best of all you get to eat the lot at the conclusion of the class.

1 Wed, 24 August 11:00 am - 1:03 pm Salt Village Concession: $106 Full Fee: $118

COOKING

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cheese without dairy - its easier than you think! We will make a spreadable cheese, a bechamel cheesy pasta sauce, parmesan and a feta style cheese as well as almond milk, and an almond flour. Discover how to add different flavours to your cheeses using cashews, walnuts, almonds, macadamias, Brazil nuts and seeds. Additional materials $30.

1 Mon, 22 August 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Mullum Concession: $54 Full Fee: $60

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Retained heat cooking for Culinary Teas with Alan Raabe sustainable living with Cathy Buirski Participate in an informative, fun, hands-

Haloumi, Ricotta, Yoghurt, Labna & Kefir with Debra Allard

Learn to make fresh cheese with Debra Allard, a local Cheesemaker with 8 years experience. Debra will guide you through all stages of making Haloumi, whey ricotta, yoghurt, labna and kefir. Course includes cheese making recipes. Additional materials $50, includes morning tea, lunch and all the cheese you make on the day.

1 Sun, 28 August 9:00 am - 2:30 pm Mullum OR 1 Sat, 17 September 9:00 am - 2:30 pm Mullum Concession: $82 Full Fee: $91

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on workshop preparing (then enjoying) a delicious 3 course meal enriched with the flavours of teas from around the world. Delight your family and friends alike with new-found taste sensations proving that tea isn’t just for drinking. Materials Fee $45 1 Mon, 5 September 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mullum Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92

Sourdough Bread and Cultured Butter with Jean Martinez

Join Jean Martinez for a day of baking and culturing.

In this class you will learn how to create, feed and care for a rye sourdough starter. Make sourdough bread, as well as a variety of cultured dairy products including cultured cream and butter, all of which will be enjoyed with local artisanal preserves and cured meats on the day. Additional materials $45.

1 Fri, 9 September 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Upper Crystal Creek Concession: $83 Full Fee: $92

COOKING

Discover how to cook nutritional wholesome vegetarian foods from scratch including soups, stews, grains, vegetables and legumes in a new and eco-conscious way using an eco cooker. During this workshop you will be introduced to the concept and gain practical experience using retained heat cooking to reduce the use of energy in the kitchen and create more time for yourself by not hovering over pots. Interested? Come along to learn more with these two sisters who have grown up cooking with the eco cooker.

Additional materials $45.

1 Sat, 27 August 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Mullum Concession: $98 Full Fee: $109

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SUSTAINABLE LIVING

Empowering Local Food Resilience with Robina McCurdy

In this course you will be exposed to a

NEW plethora of inspiring global examples of Living and Working Sustainably courses are proudly subsidised by Mullumbimby Farmer’s Market and Byron Community College

Beekeeping - An Introduction with Ben Laybutt

This workshop introduces potential bee keepers to the delight and fascination of this rewarding hobby.

The session covers safety, myth busting, hands-on bee keeping (Ben will bring along a beehive), legal requirements and the most important thing - how to get started!

1 Sat, 20 August 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Mullum Concession: $98 Full Fee: $109

local food initiatives, particularly in NZ, as you identify the strengths, weaknesses, gaps and opportunities of community food systems in your own area. You will leave with a viable 12-step community food strategy which begins in your own backyard and culminates in a resilient and abundant local food web.

Sat, Sun, Mon, 3 September to 5 September 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mullum Concession: $179 Full Fee: $199

Tutor Profile Robina McCurdy Empowering Local Food Resilience

SUSTAINABLE LIVING

Energy Efficient House Design For The Subtropics with Dave Lawrence

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Thinking of building, renovating or buying a house or land? Come along to this dynamic course and learn about site constraints, preparing a design brief, site specific solar design, navigating council requirements and lots more. Dave has been teaching this course on the North Coast for 15 years and can help you avoid many of the pitfalls, saving you time, energy and money.

4 Thu, 25 August to 8 September 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Byron Concession: $117 Full Fee: $130

For the past 25 years, Robina has worked internationally and nationally as a community development facilitator, Permaculture educator/ designer and gardening teacher, evolving her own methodology and accompanying educational resource materials. She worked with village-scale food security in Southern Africa, co-ordinated the Victory Community Gardens (Nelson, NZ), and consulted with Project Lyttelton’s ‘Food Resilience Project (Christchurch, NZ), post-earthquake.

In mid 2012 Robina established The Localising Food Project, which toured NZ filming a plethora of inspiring local food initiatives, in parallel with teaching workshops on local food action planning, home garden design, public food forests and seed sovereignty. She is currently involved in the production of documentaries from the material filmed during the tour. To discover more about this work, visit www.localisingfood.com

Byron Community College Term 3 2016

Spanish For Beginners - Level Two with Yolanda Santiago

Bahasa Indonesia - Level Two with Yvonne Jessup

This course is a continuation of Bahasa Indonesia for Beginners. If you have some knowledge of the language you can also join in. We revise the topics already covered and continue with directions, travelling, and accommodation. Conversing with others using role plays and interactive activities will continue to be the emphasis. Basic grammar and structure and helpful vocab/phrases will be extended. Selamat belajar ya.

6 Mon, 8 August to 12 September 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Byron Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

Spanish For Beginners with Yolanda Santiago

A fun and friendly introduction to the Spanish language. The course will cover pronunciation, understanding and development of vocabulary, basic reading and conversation. Some homework is involved.

6 Tue, 9 August to 13 September 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Byron Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

Bahasa Indonesia for Beginners with Yvonne Jessup

Whether you are surfing, holidaying, doing business, working or studying, this 6 week course introduces you to the national language of the vast archipelago of Indonesia. The emphasis is on speaking by engaging with others in small talk, ordering food, numbers/money, and bargaining. You will learn basic grammar and structure, and useful vocabulary/ phrases in a supportive, interactive, and enjoyable way.

6 Tue, 9 August to 13 September 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Byron Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

This is a continuation of the Spanish for Beginners course or for those who have a basic knowledge of Spanish. Yolanda will extend your reading, vocabulary and conversational abilities.

6 Wed, 10 August to 14 September 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Byron Concession: $166 Full Fee: $184

Japanese For Beginners with Katsuko Nara

This course is a great introduction to the beautiful Japanese language. Whether you are planning a trip abroad or interested in Japanese history and culture, here is your chance to practise and develop Japanese language skills.

6 Tue, 16 August to 20 September 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mullum Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

French For Beginners with Adele Lehmann

Planning a trip to France? Interested in the French culture? In this introduction to the beautiful French language you will learn basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary, along with useful everyday phrases relating to French culture that will help you on your travels. We will cover the best of French food, wine, cinema, music, history and traditions as well as the French ‘joie de vie’ (joys of life) and ‘savoir faire’ (knowhow) in this fun informative class.

8 Thu, 18 August to 13 October 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Byron Concession: $156 Full Fee: $173

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LANGUAGES

LANGUAGES

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Enrol online at www.byroncollege.org.au

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R.E.S.E.T 1 - TMJ with Ronda Graham

WELLBEING Reiki Level 1 with Catherine Harrison

Reiki is a gentle Japanese method of hands-on energy healing that works on all levels of a person and is simple to use and easy to learn. You will learn how to Reiki yourself, children, pets and plants. You will receive an attunement into Reiki level 1, an ancient healing symbol of protection and a certificate on completion. This is a healing journey open to everyone for a relaxing and inspiring workshop.

Empower yourself today and bring this ancient healing art into your life.

Sat & Sun, 30 July to 31 July 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Mullum Concession: $104 Full Fee: $115

Golf For Beginners with Chris Graham

WELLBEING

These classes are for golfers of all levels from the beginner to the regular club golfer and offer a relaxed and friendly learning environment at the Ocean Shores Golf Club with Chris Graham, a Certified PGA Professional. Classes are scheduled over 5 weeks covering all of the basics including short game, long game and on-course play.

5 Tue, 2 August to 6 September 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Ocean Shores Concession: $112 Full Fee: $125

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Balance the jaw - balance the body, in this course you will learn a 45 minute session that relaxes the muscles all around the jaw. These positions can change flight/ fight state. These are purely energetic powerful techniques. RESET may improve hydration, chronic pain, fight/flight, learning, structure and emotional well being, sinuses, knees, tinnitus, migraines, neuralgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, whiplash and electromagnetic. These corrections can be done on yourself, family, friends or clients. Additional materials cost $20 for colour manual.

1 Sun, 7 August 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Mullum Concession: $54 Full Fee: $60

Psychic Development And Healing: Part 1 with Ri Fraser

A workshop to harness and deepen your abilities to work directly with energy fields, both universal and individual. You will learn about the patterns of the human energy field such as the chakra system, which is intimately associated with health, and learn how to “read” and sense information, in ourselves and others, for beneficial and healing purposes. Ri is a practising Holistic and Metaphysical Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Spiritual Healer.

1 Tue, 9 August 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Mullum Concession: $80 Full Fee: $89

The Conscious Couples Formula with Efrat Wolfson Communication For Clarity And Relationships Don’t Have to Be Hard Work! The Connection with Paulette Bray-Narai

Most of us long for harmony in our relationships, yet so often the way we express ourselves and listen to each other leads to misunderstanding, frustration and disconnection. This course will introduce you to ways of communicating and listening based on ‘Nonviolent Communication’, also known as ‘Compassionate Communication’. This practical, learnable process has been proven to contribute to greater understanding, connection and harmony in ANY relationship- whether with your family and friends, colleagues or intimate partner, and of course yourself.

1 Mon, 5 September 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Byron Concession: $50 Full Fee: $56

Conscious Couples Formula is a powerful & practical Step-by-Step Roadmap that will guide you out of automatic relating patterns, which cause you pain, confusion and misunderstandings - and into deeper awareness, connection, love, flow and juiciness - with yourself AND your partner. Combining conscious communication, deep self-discovery practices, and much more, this training is a highly transformative, dynamic and FUN! 1 Sat, 13 August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mullum Concession: $73 Full Fee: $81

Byron Community College Term 3 2016

Successful online dating with Maxine Hawker

Are you interested in meeting someone but like so many single people, it is difficult to meet suitable people. If you’ve tried online dating and not been successful or never tried it at all, this course will introduce you to the techniques and skills that you need to ‘make it happen’.

1 Sat, 20 August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mullum Concession: $73 Full Fee: $81

Art Therapy - An Introduction with Claudia Gyr

Participants will gain a basic understanding of the principles of Arts Therapy and its uses in different contexts. We will engage in some simple examples of experiential, interactive processes to give you a little taste of different approaches in the field of Art Therapy. Additional matrials $5 1 Sat, 27 August 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mullum Concession: $71 Full Fee: $79

Intro To Kinergetics with Ronda Graham

Learn how to muscle test, clear sensitivities and stresses using Kinesiology and Healing Energy to correct imbalances. This Kinergetics technique is a basic, easy to learn course, but none the less a very powerful Kinesiology modality that can change people’s lives and wellbeing. You will acquire a skill that can be used for a lifetime.

Additional materials $5 1 Sat, 27 August 10:00 am - 1:30 pm Mullum Concession: $54 Full Fee: $60

A Pilgrimage Across Spain with Sarah Blogg

Are you willing to walk for several weeks upon earth’s changing landscape? Would you like to do this in Spain? El Camino de Santiago de Compostela is an ancient pilgrimage route that takes you through medieval towns and villages and over the beautiful Pyrenees mountains in the south of France. Learn more about El Camino and how you can make this happen.

1 Sat, 6 August 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Mullum Concession: $50 Full Fee: $55

Pelvic Power with Linda Pontecorvo

Our Pelvic floor is not a flat floor but a powerful dynamic support that interconnects intimately with our whole self. Using simple potent and pleasurable ‘take-aways’, you will develop awareness and discover these connections to find both increased power and sensuality. Using the Moshe Feldenkrais? method of inquiry, this course will guide you to find resilience, whether before, during, after childbirth, in Menopause and any other time!

1 Sun, 18 September 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Mullum Concession: $54 Full Fee: $60

One Day Retreat with Rothy Benson

Enjoy a One Day Retreat workshop with a relaxed style and caring presenter. The course will focus on quietening the mind and relaxing your physical body through specific breathing techniques, deep relaxation, and guided meditation.

There will be a session on personality and how it effects our state of being and the day will finish with a group labyrinth building project which includes walking and dancing.

1 Sun, 18 September 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Mullum Concession: $62 Full Fee: $69

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WELLBEING

Meditation with Ri Fraser

Have you tried meditation but found your mind is like a monkey? Try this course which shows you how to meditate even with a busy mind. Benefits of meditation include self-awareness, health and energy, mental clarity, creativity, calmness, and clearer life purpose. Rather than being a victim of thoughts and emotions, you are given tools to achieve mastery of your mind in this course.

6 Tue, 16 August to 20 September 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Mullum Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

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ABORIGINAL DRIVER TRAINING

Do you need help getting your driver’s licence?

Aboriginal driver training is dedicated to helping Aboriginal people get ahead and get a driver’s licence.

This program is exclusively for Aboriginal people and focuses on 3 main areas: • Getting your Ls • Getting your Ps • Getting your Licence For enquiries or bookings contact: Jan Levy on 02 6621 6777 / 0429 423 116 or email: jan.l@acecolleges.edu.au

Learn together and SAVE! When you enrol by phone or in person with a friend in any same course*, at the same time, in one payment - you both get a 25% discount off the full price. *general courses only

Your college, your future

Mullumbimby Campus Cnr Burringbar & Gordon Streets Byron Bay Campus 107 Jonson Street, East Point Arcade Phone: 02 6684 3374 Email: admin@byroncollege.org.au Web: www.byroncollege.org.au Sustainable Plantation Stock.

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