Do you have a small carpentry project you've been meaning to get done?

We're always looking for local Hobart homeowners who are happy to have their project become part of a hands-on learning experience.

At Ground Up, students don't just learn in the workshop—they work on real projects under the close guidance of an experienced carpenter. Selected community projects give our students the opportunity to develop practical skills while delivering quality work that benefits local homeowners.

Whether it's a small deck, pergola, garden shed, outdoor steps, fencing, or another suitable project, your job could become part of a real-world learning experience.

By opening your project to our students, you're doing more than helping someone learn skills. You're helping to strengthen a community built on sharing knowledge, building confidence, and passing practical skills from one generation to the next. It's a collaborative approach that benefits everyone involved—you receive quality work at a reduced cost, our students gain invaluable real-world experience, and together we help keep practical making skills alive in our community.

If you've got a project in mind, we'd love to hear from you.