Saturday, 20 June - 10am-11.30am

Join us at the Wonthaggi Community Harvest Garden for a practical and social session as part of the Repair Café and Swap.

This session focuses on clothing repair, reuse, and simple ways to extend the life of your garments. It’s a chance to explore ideas, share tips, and see what’s possible when it comes to repairing or repurposing clothing.

Saturday, 4th July - 10am-11.30am

Curious about home batteries and how they can support your energy use?

This introductory session will explore the basics of home battery systems, including how they work, how they connect with solar, and what to consider when deciding if a battery is right for your household. You’ll learn about storing energy, reducing reliance on the grid, and improving energy resilience at home.

Sunday, 12 July - 10am-11.30am

Discover the enjoyment of making your own fresh cheese at home.

This session will introduce the process of making simple white cheeses, with a focus on approachable methods that can be recreated in your own kitchen. Learn about the steps involved, key ingredients, and how small changes can affect texture and flavour.

Saturday, 18 July - 10am-11.30am

Learn how to save, store, and share seeds to grow your own food and support a more sustainable garden.

This practical workshop will introduce the basics of seed saving, including which plants are easiest to start with, how to collect and dry seeds, and how to store them for future planting. We will also explore the benefits of seed swapping, helping to build local resilience, reduce costs, and keep a wider variety of plants in circulation.

Sunday, 26 July - 10am-11.30am

Get creative and discover how everyday items can be transformed into something useful, decorative, or completely unique.

This session explores upcycled décor and waste art, using materials that would normally be thrown away. From simple home décor ideas to more creative pieces, it’s a chance to see the potential in what we often overlook.

Sunday, 2 August - 10am-11.30am

Curious about electric vehicles and how they might fit into your life?

This introductory session will explore the basics of electric vehicles, including how they work, charging options, running costs, and what to consider when making the switch. You’ll gain a clearer understanding of the benefits and practicalities of EV ownership, helping you make informed decisions for the future.

Saturday, 8 August - 10am-11.30am

How can we celebrate well without creating unnecessary waste?

This workshop invites participants to rethink common party habits and explore simple, achievable alternatives. Through discussion and examples, we’ll look at food planning, decorations, invitations, gift ideas and post-party clean-up, with a focus on realistic changes that make a difference.

Interested in reducing food waste and making the most of seasonal produce? This beginner-friendly workshop explores practical, accessible ways to dehydrate foods at home. We’ll look at how dehydration works, which foods dehydrate well, and how this method can extend the life of fruits, vegetables and herbs.

How can we celebrate well without creating unnecessary waste? This workshop invites participants to rethink common party habits and explore simple, achievable alternatives. Through discussion and examples, we’ll look at food planning, decorations, invitations, gift ideas and post-party clean-up, with a focus on realistic changes that make a difference.

Looking for practical and creative ways to use everyday jars? This inspiring workshop explores a wide range of jar-based projects for the home, pantry and garden.

Sunday, 3 October - 10am-11.30am

Explore the world of foraged foods and discover what nature has to offer right on your doorstep.

This session will introduce the basics of foraging, including how to identify common edible plants, seasonal availability, and ways to use foraged ingredients in everyday meals. We’ll also touch on safe and respectful foraging practices, helping to protect local environments while making the most of natural resources.