The event, which involves an art class mixed with wine, is being run by the Hanwood P&C as one of their primary fundraisers for the year, as well as an opportunity to foster the sense of community behind the school.

Rebecca Watt said the last time the Paint and Sip was held before COVID locked down the schools last year, estimating it as April last year. Another was supposed to be held in November, but was postponed until now.

Ms Watt, who is an organiser behind the event, said that they were keen to get people back into the school.

"It's great. It brings community members into our school, we're really lucky that we've got a great community ... we've got lots of parents who've never even met their teachers until this year because they weren't allowed to come into the school."

Artist Isis Ronan will be teaching the attendees. She said she has a particular passion for fundraising events.

"Hanwood have just been really supportive in terms of pulling me in for these events, but also painting the school itself. Whenever they ask, I'm always happy to help," she said.

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"It's just a nice way to meet people. You're bringing a bunch of people together to do something - it has a different feel to when I'm doing them for a birthday party or a hen's night."

"There's something about doing it as a fundraiser that I really love."

Ms Watt said they may do another event later in the year, depending on Mrs Ronan's availability and the need.

"It will just depend on fundraising needs on whether we hold another one this year or if it's just a once-a-year event."

While open to anyone over 18, tickets are limited so bookings are key. Ticket price include a glass of wine on entry, and more will be available at a bar throughout the event.

Tickets are available through Eventbrite.

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