Steam Scene operates thanks to its volunteers. They run an open day on the 1st Sunday of every month, or can also be hired for events. The annual ‘Steam Extravaganza’ is held in April. It runs for two days over a weekend and has everything from steam driven shearing shed to full scale sawmill, threshing and chaff cutting, stone crushing and plenty more all power by steam technology. It is a fantastic opportunity for the whole family to see steam in all its glory.
Designed for anyone who wants to learn the practical skills of distillation and extraction. The online Foundation courses are the gateway to working with natural flavour and aroma. The specialised courses will elevate your skills and enhance your practice. In person courses also available
You've seen sword fighting in the movies, think Zorro and pirates - what about giving it a go? Increase your fitness and learn a very fancy new skill. Elegant!
A series of practical workshops for Rongoā Māori - Traditional Māori Medicine. Workshops are taught in the bush in a supportive and encouraging environment for both Māori and non-Māori participants. All workshops are run over a weekend and are held in the ngahere (forest). The aim is to teach people how to identify the plants used for rongoā, where to find them, and how to collect them and the tikanga (customs) that must be followed.