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 currently run a range of workshops for beginners and novices.  Check out our range for specific requirements.

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.

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 run workshops from our dedicated workshop space in Henderson (8 Moselle Avenue) and Otaki Men's Shed, 186 Mill Road, Otaki.

Please call ahead if you wish to visit - 027 375 9662