Manual Skills
Learn valuable hands-on skills while helping the planet through our e-waste recycling program.
Our E-Waste Recycling Program
Our Manual Skills program focuses on e-waste recycling, a hands-on, practical way to build fine motor skills, teamwork, and environmental awareness. In partnership with Substation33, participants learn to safely take apart and sort computer components for recycling and reuse, turning old technology into something positive for the planet.
Program details
The E-Waste Recycling program gives you the opportunity to learn new skills, work with tools and materials, and contribute to a cleaner environment. Guided by our supportive team, you’ll take part in purposeful activities that build coordination, concentration, and pride in your work.
Activities include:
- Dismantling and sorting donated computer equipment
- Recycling and repurposing components
- Learning safe handling and tool use
- Working as part of a team with shared goals
- Building fine motor skills and problem-solving ability
Program benefits
E-waste recycling builds practical skills, while creating purpose, focus, and pride. Working with your hands brings a sense of achievement, teamwork, and contribution to something bigger.
The Manual Skills program helps you:
- Develop fine motor skills and coordination
- Learn safe, hands-on recycling techniques
- Build focus, patience, and problem-solving
- Experience the satisfaction of purposeful work
- Contribute to sustainability and community benefit
"Join us in reducing waste, supporting the community and making a real difference. Every piece of equipment you help recycle is part of something bigger – and that feels amazing."
swara Program Schedule 2026
Session 19:00am - 12:00pm
Morning Tea Break10:30am - 11:00am
Morning Tea Break10:30am - 11:00am
Lunch12:00pm - 1:00pm
Session 21:00pm - 3:00pm
Monday
Community Access
Beading & Jewellery Making
Learning Workbooks
Lunch
Community Access
Bakery
Outdoor Games & Sports
Tuesday
Pottery
Yoga & Meditation
Digital Literacy
Lunch
Games & Bingo
Creative Arts
Walking Club / Health & Wellness
Wednesday
Community Access
Local Cafe Outing
Creative Arts
Lunch
Community Access
Creative Arts
Indoor Games & Pool
Thursday
Sound-Based Literacy & Numeracy
Bakery
Yoga & Meditation
Lunch
Making Music
Gardening Club
Beading & Jewellery Making
Friday
Dance & Movement
Drama
Nail Art & Pampering
Lunch
Karaoke
Creative Arts
Outdoor Games & Sports
If you don’t wish to go out for community access, don’t worry, different activities will still run at swara!
Sign up to our Manual Skills Program
Contact the friendly swara team today to learn more about our Manual Skills Program or to sign up today.
Ready to get started?
Join the Manual Skills program and learn practical skills that help you grow, connect, and care for the planet.
Why Choose swara?
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All Abilities
NDIS Funding
Manual Skills is part of swara's NDIS-registered day program supports. Our team will help you understand your plan and make sure this program is included in the way that best suits your needs and goals.
swara is a welcoming place where you can try new things, discover your strengths, and feel supported every step of the way.
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