Free Internet access & computer courses
We have five desktop computers in our community computer suite all connected up to the internet and ready for you to use! If it's your first time at Smart Newtown you'll need to Register online here or at the office. We aim to be a welcoming and safe place for all community members so we will ask you to agree to our house rules. We also offer a help-desk service for one on one support and offer short, one-day workshops on a variety of introductory computer and smartphone topics.
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OUR NEXT BLOCK OF COURSES START:
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October 14th 2025
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We teach short, standalone classes provided by Stepping Up on Tuesday afternoons and Wednesday evenings. See below for this season's classes. You can register for them here.
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Take part in our online survey to help select the topics and times.
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Click here to read our 'house rules'
Creating a CV
Tuesday, 14th October
2.00pm - 3:00pm
Wednesday, 15th October
5:00pm - 6:00pm
In this one-hour course we will learn how to create a CV and Cover Letter, including how to use templates in word processors like Microsoft Word.
Google and the Internet
Tuesday, 21st October
2.00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday, 22nd October
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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This two-hour course provides an elementary understanding of the internet, with specific attention to using the Google search engine, and Google services like Images, Maps, and Gmail.
Intro to Smartphones
Tuesday, 28th October
2.00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday, 5th November
5:00pm - 7:00pm
This two-hour course covers the basic navigation and functions of smartphones and tablets. Bring your personal devices and follow along with the class as we tackle the most common questions regarding mobile devices!
Email Essentials
Tuesday, 11th November
2.00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday, 12th November
5:00pm - 7:00pm
This two-hour course covers sending, receiving, replying, and forwarding emails. We will learn to add attachments, such as images or PDF files. We will look at email organisation using folders and groups. Finally, we'll learn how to recognize and block scams and junk mail.
Intro to Apps
Tuesday, 18th November
2.00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday, 19th November
5:00pm - 7:00pm
In this two-hour course we cover what apps are, how to download and navigate them, and where to find apps that will be of most use to your everyday life.
Help Desk
During opening hours, best between 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM
Got computer or Internet issues? Perhaps you’re having trouble transferring files from a USB stick? Can’t figure out how to log into Facebook!? Want to make sure your computer has no viruses?
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We offer one-to-one free short training sessions through our help desk service. Just pop in during office hours or contact our friendly staff to book in a time.
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Other Services we offer
SPECIALISED COURSES & WORKSHOPS
From time to time we offer unique courses or one-off workshops. Previous topics have included:
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How to adjust smartphone and desktop PC settings
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Microsoft Word & Excel
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RealMe & MyMSD
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Zoom, Trade Me, and other in-demand apps
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The best way to find out about these upcoming courses is to sign up to the Newtown Community Centre's fortnightly e-newsletter or follow us on Facebook.
Is there something you'd like to learn? Please get in touch!
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BLACK & WHITE PRINTING
20 Cents per page - single sided
30 Cents per page - double sided
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COLOUR PRINTING
$1.00 per page - single sided
$1.50 per page - double sided
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LAMINATING
A4 $1.00 per sheet
A3 $1.50 per sheet
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SCANNING
Free
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