Come and visit our friendly Guild where woodworking skills are fostered and shared.
Formed in 1983
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Monthly talks
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Regular hands-on workshops with experts
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Access to specialised tools
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Associated with the local Menzshed
Woodturning
Learn to Turn - Beginners class - November 14-15 & 21-22, 2026
The Guild runs woodturning classes for beginners and is seeking interest - contact info@gww.org.nz. The format will be similar to that described below.
The class runs on Saturday and Sunday on two consecutive weekends (a total of four days), from 10am until 4pm, and will be held at either Tawa or Naenae MENZ Shed. Numbers are limited so get in quick once we send details of the next course.
The classes follow the syllabus for NAW Level 1 Introduction to Woodturning. Each student is required to complete a set task which takes approximately 2 hours. Typical Tasks include:
• Lathe use and safety
• Turning a small bowl
• Turning a honey dipper
Pricing
The course costs $335 including Guild membership. The next course runs on 14th-15th & 22th-23th of November 2026 - contact info@gww.org.nz.
The Guild will provide the lathes, tools, materials and training. Any works you create will be yours to keep.
Wood working: Basic Woodworking Classes
Next session October Sat & Sun 24, 25; plus 31 October & 1 November - being held at Tawa Menzshed (10.00 to 4.00 ish). Contact info@gww.org.nz.

