Get Handy – Power Up - Power Tools | Sydney

You’ll upskill your trade skills and work through real renovation-based tasks, gaining practical experience with cutting, fixing, shaping, and finishing timber — all under expert guidance. All tools, materials, and safety gear provided. No experience needed. Just bring your energy — and get ready to build! You’ll learn about • Safe and correct use of core power tools • Techniques for cutting, shaping, fixing, and finishing • Renovation skills you can apply at home • Confidence to take on your own projects Tools You’ll Be Trained On (with Real-Life Scenarios): Circular Saw + Speed Square Learn how to make clean, straight cuts — ideal for trimming timber for feature walls, bench tops, floating shelves, or cutting down framing timber for outdoor projects. Jigsaw Master cutting curves and internal cut-outs — like removing a section of benchtop to install a sink or shaping timber for custom shelving or furniture. Planer Learn to fix swollen or misaligned doors by shaving down edges for a perfect fit — no more sticking doors or jammed frames. Fixing Gun (Nail Gun) Get confident with brad nailers to attach skirtings, install wall panelling, build timber trims, or finish small cabinetry work with a professional look. Framing Gun You won’t be building frames in this workshop — but you’ll get a go at using this powerful tool safely and confidently, so it’s no longer something to fear. Router Practice routing clean, rounded edges on doors, tables, and benches — or cut decorative grooves and joinery for furniture projects. Multitool Handle awkward cuts with ease — like cutting into plasterboard for a power point, trimming door jambs to fit new flooring, or removing damaged sections of timber. Sander Use power sanders to prep surfaces for painting or staining — perfect for refinishing a tabletop, smoothing out decking timber, or finishing your timber board. Essential Bonus Tools: Spade Bit Learn how to drill large holes through timber — ideal for running cables, plumbing, bolt fixings, or installing hardware in doors and frames. A must-have skill for cabinetry, decking, and general renovation work. Hole Saw Get hands-on with hole saws for neat circular cuts — perfect for sink holes, downlights, or pipe access through benches and panels.