{"product_id":"training-workshop-kureelpa-22-24-june-2026","title":"Training Workshop - Kureelpa - 22-24 June, 2026","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePondless Waterfall Training Workshop with Patrick Handley\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThree days of hands-on pondless waterfall construction training, led by one of Australia's most experienced pond builders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📍 Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kureelpa, QLD [exact address to be confirmed on booking] \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🕘 Dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monday 22, Tuesday 23, Wednesday 24 June 2026 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🕘 Times:\u003c\/strong\u003e [start–finish times each day TBC]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👥 Limited to:\u003c\/strong\u003e [max attendee number] participants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWho this workshop is for\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLandscapers and tradespeople\u003c\/strong\u003e wanting to add water features to their service offering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePond builders\u003c\/strong\u003e wanting to sharpen their pondless waterfall technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY pond enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e ready to take on their own backyard build with proper training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone considering becoming a Certified Aquascape Contractor\u003c\/strong\u003e, who wants to start with the practical foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNo prior pond building experience required. Just a willingness to get your hands dirty and learn from someone who's built hundreds of these.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAbout the workshop\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSpend three days on site with Patrick Handley of Waterscapes Australia, learning the craft of pondless waterfall construction the way it should be done. This is a fully hands-on training experience: you won't sit through slides and theory, you'll be building a real pondless waterfall from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePatrick is a Certified Aquascape Contractor and one of Australia's most experienced pondless waterfall builders. He runs this workshop the same way he runs his own job sites: practical, technical, and grounded in what actually works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat you'll learn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAcross the three days, you'll work through the full build process:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e✅ Site assessment and design planning \u003cbr\u003e✅ Excavation and ground preparation \u003cbr\u003e✅ Liner installation and underlay \u003cbr\u003e✅ Rock selection and placement \u003cbr\u003e✅ Waterfall design principles and water flow \u003cbr\u003e✅ Pump sizing and plumbing \u003cbr\u003e✅ Filtration setup \u003cbr\u003e✅ Finishing touches and natural rockwork detailing \u003cbr\u003e✅ Aftercare and maintenance fundamentals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBy the end of the workshop, you'll have built a complete pondless waterfall and have the confidence to take on your own builds back home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat to bring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSturdy work boots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLong pants and a long-sleeve shirt\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSun protection (hat, sunscreen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWet weather gear (Sunshine Coast in June, so cover your bases)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eA notebook if you like to take notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCamera or phone for capturing the build steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAccommodation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKureelpa is in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, around 15 minutes from Yandina and 30 minutes from Maroochydore. Plenty of accommodation options nearby, from short-stay rentals in Eumundi and Yandina to hotels along the coast.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquascape Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58049610219823,"sku":"Workshop22-24June26","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/7782\/2767\/files\/1.png?v=1780631660","url":"https:\/\/aquascapesupplies.co.nz\/products\/training-workshop-kureelpa-22-24-june-2026","provider":"Aquascape Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}