Frequently asked questions

We are happy to change the date of a workshop if there are spaces available.  It takes time to process this through our booking platform, Humanitix, therefore any further changes, regardless of the workshop date, will generate a processing fee of $28.70 payable prior to the event.

We are currently running an introductory workshop to enable women to gain knowledge and experience on a range of tools and machinery found in our workshop.  No prior knowledge is needed for this.  This workshop is also required to become a Member of WomenzShed. More details about Membership can be found here.

We provide all the tools you will need, unless stated otherwise.

1. Validity
   Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase, unless otherwise stated.

2. Redemption
   Vouchers must be redeemed directly with WomenzShed by emailing us to book a workshop or by entering the voucher code when booking via an approved booking platform.
   Vouchers are subject to workshop availability.

3. Use of Vouchers

   • Vouchers may be used toward WomenzShed mobile workshops or future shed-based workshops.

   • One voucher may be used per booking unless agreed otherwise.

   • Vouchers cannot be exchanged for cash.

4. Pay It Forward Vouchers
   Pay It Forward vouchers contribute to subsidised or fully funded workshop places for other women.
   These vouchers are not redeemable by the purchaser and have no cash value.

5. Non-Refundable
   Gift vouchers are non-refundable, except where required by New Zealand consumer law.

6. Transferability
   Vouchers are transferable and may be gifted to another person, provided the voucher has not already been redeemed.

7. Partial Use
   If a voucher is used for a workshop of lower value, any remaining balance may be applied to a future workshop within the original validity period.

8. Lost or Misused Vouchers
   WomenzShed is not responsible for lost, stolen, or misused voucher codes. Please treat voucher codes like cash.

9. Changes to Workshops
   In the unlikely event of a workshop being cancelled by WomenzShed, voucher holders will be offered an alternative date.

10. Acceptance of Terms
    Purchase or use of a gift voucher constitutes acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.

A non-refundable deposit is required to confirm bookings for our mobile service. Based on our experience, bookings made without a financial commitment are more prone to last-minute cancellation, which limits our ability to offer the place to others. We do recognise, however, that unforeseen circumstances can arise and are happy to consider these on a case-by-case basis.

Cancellations advised more than ten days from the workshop will receive a full refund (less the Humanitix booking fee). Between ten days and 48 hours before the workshop, we offer a 50% refund to cover administration fees and loss of space. Cancellations advised within 48 hours are not eligible for a refund, or a transfer to another workshop time unless we are able to fill the vacancy from any waiting list we are holding. Transferred workshops are not refunded. Occasionally, we are unable to reach the minimum numbers required for a workshop to go ahead, or the instructor may become unwell and we must cancel at short notice. If this should happen, we will give you as much notice as we can and will, of course, provide you with a refund of your workshop cost.

PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment. For woodwork, it includes ear defenders, eye protection, dust masks and gloves. We provide this for you but you are welcome to bring your own.  We especially recommend buying your own quality respiratory protection.

Not your Sunday best! Wood workshops by their nature are pretty dusty places. Wear close fitting clothing, closed in shoes (sneakers are fine), tie back long hair and don't wear dangly things eg jewellery that could get caught in machinery.

We usually run workshops at the Auckland Central Community Shed in Sandringham.

We are on the look out for other locations and will announce news about this through our newsletter and social media, so please sign up if you want to see us in your town.