Courses, Workshops and Events
Far North REAP offers a diverse range of free short courses designed to support your personal and career development. Whether you're looking to upskill through professional development, gain confidence in parenting with our free parenting courses, or enhance pathways in early childhood education, our programmes are tailored to meet the needs and development of our community.
Our short courses are accessible, practical, and delivered by experienced educators who understand the unique challenges and opportunities in the Far North. From foundational skills to specialised training, we empower learners of all ages to grow, connect, and succeed.
Learn about our current courses and workshops and take the next step in your learning journey today.
Sewing Basics Programme - Pawarenga
Build your sewing skills and get creative in this practical four-week programme. Learn how to confidently use a sewing machine, master a variety of stitching techniques, and develop essential sewing skills through hands-on projects. With a focus on sustainability, you'll transform recycled fabrics and repurposed clothing into unique, functional creations. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their sewing skills while embracing creative and environmentally conscious practices.
An Introduction to Permaculture
Discover how to work with nature, grow healthy food, and create more sustainable living systems with Far North REAP's Introduction to Permaculture Workshop.
Excel for Beginners Workshop Series
Master the essentials of spreadsheets in this practical two-session workshop series. Designed for beginners and those wanting to improve their skills, these hands-on workshops will help you work more efficiently, organise data confidently, and make the most of spreadsheet features. Free Workshops
Rongoā Māori Wānanga - Kaitaia
Far North REAP invites you to join our Rongoā Māori Wānanga in Kaitaia, where learners are introduced to the kaupapa, values, and practical applications of Rongoā Māori, Aotearoa New Zealand's traditional healing system. Cost: $10.
Budget Friendly Gardening Workshop
Learn how to grow your own food in the Far North with this free 4-week gardening course. Discover seasonal planting, garden planning, and more.
Contemporary Tukutuku Panel Wānanga
Explore the rich traditions of tukutuku through hands-on learning.
Discover the stories, symbolism, and cultural significance behind traditional Māori tukutuku patterns while learning the contemporary weaving techniques. Ideal for beginners, this engaging wānanga offers a meaningful introduction to this unique art form and its place within Te Ao Māori.
$10 per person
Rongoā Māori Wānanga - East Coast
Far North REAP invites you to join our Rongoā Māori Wānanga in Kaitaia, where learners are introduced to the kaupapa, values, and practical applications of Rongoā Māori, Aotearoa New Zealand's traditional healing system. Cost: $10.
Rāranga Harakeke Wānanga - East Coast
Begin your journey into the rich tradition of Māori weaving. This introductory rāranga wānanga offers a hands-on experience with the art of weaving using harakeke (flax), while exploring the cultural values, practices, and knowledge that underpin this treasured Māori art form.
Speak with Confidence Programme
Do you feel nervous speaking in front of others? Would you like to communicate more confidently at work, in your community, or with whānau? Check out this programme - it might be what you need to give you that boost.
Create & Connect Programme
A four-week creative programme designed to support wellbeing, build confidence, and foster meaningful connections through hands-on learning. Participants will explore a range of creative activities, including jewellery making, painting, and screen printing, in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Writing with Confidence Course
Build confidence in everyday writing with our free adult education course in the Far North. Improve spelling, punctuation, and communication skills.
Matariki Toi Māori Wānanga
Our Matariki Toi Māori Wānanga offers a rich cultural journey where learners explore Māori traditions, storytelling, and creativity through weaving and art inspired by the Māori New Year.
Canva Beyond the Basics Workshop
Free Workshop for Small Businesses and Personal Brands
Excel Spreadsheets Beyond the Basics - (Virtual or in class optional)
Our Excel Beyond the Basics Workshops will help you unlock essential formulas like SUM, SUBTOTAL, FILTER, SORT, and XLOOKUP while diving into Power Query so you can clean, combine, and refresh data with just a few clicks - no coding needed. You’ll learn why formulas matter, how to use them confidently, and how Power Query can automate your data tasks and transform the way you work in Excel.
Rongoā Māori Wānanga
Rongoā Māori is about more than healing; it’s about connection to whenua, to whakapapa, and to each other.
Join us as we explore the foundations of this traditional practice, guided by Kylie Simeon.
Whether you're just starting out or already on your journey, you’re welcome here. Nau mai haere mai.
Budget Friendly Gardening
Join our free 4-week gardening course for anyone new to growing vegetables, or who just wants to build on what they already know. Learn practical gardening tips from our expert gardener.
Understanding Today's Digital World
Learn computer basics, cloud storage, and online safety in this Free 3-hour course. Identify scams, understand apps and browsers, and manage digital accounts.
Steps to Employment
A practical one‑day employment workshop supporting job seekers to prepare with confidence. Participants will learn how to create a clear and effective CV and cover letter, take part in mock interviews, and receive practical advice to strengthen interview skills. The workshop includes group discussion, career quizzes, and tools to support the next steps into employment.
Confident Speaking Programme
Build confidence and communicate with impact in this practical public speaking course. Learn how to structure clear, engaging speeches and present them with confidence using effective voice, body language, and delivery techniques. Participants will practise both prepared and impromptu speaking, receive constructive feedback, and develop skills to speak clearly, confidently, and authentically in a range of settings.
Death without Debt Workshop
Everyone in New Zealand has the right to an affordable and dignified funeral process. Beautiful, affordable, family-led funerals can be done for well under $2000, but New Zealanders are trapped in the funeral industry’s business model by dysfunctional paperwork systems and other institutional obstacles. The average price of a funeral in NZ is now $13000. Come along and hear what you, your community can do to run beautiful, dignified funerals for under $2000.
Copper Earring and Pendants
Create beautiful copper earrings or a pendant in this hands‑on workshop. Learn how to use jewellery‑making tools, shaping techniques, and step‑by‑step guidance to craft your own piece. Explore adding organic materials like feathers, leather, or beads, and discover how to combine textures and designs. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to learn practical copper jewellery skills.
Successfully Teaching Adults Workshop
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone working with adult learners, tutors who are new to the field or those looking to expand their toolkit with proven strategies and insights for meeting the diverse needs of adult learners.
Using AI Tools for Education and Productivity Workshop (Afternoon Session)
Discover how AI can transform your teaching and boost productivity! Join our Free 2-hour face-to-face workshop, Utilising AI Tools for Education and Productivity, and explore cutting-edge tools like ChatGPT.
Using AI Tools for Education and Productivity Workshop (Morning Session)
Discover how AI can transform your teaching and boost productivity! Join our 2-hour face-to-face workshop, Utilising AI Tools for Education and Productivity, and explore cutting-edge tools like ChatGPT.