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Groups Workshops Courses Books Events GroupsPermaculture CaboolturePermaculture Caboolture meets once a month for an interesting evening featuring guest presentations and discussion of all matters related to permaculture. Refer to their program for specific details. Meetings: Every second Wednesday of the month – 7pm start Location: CREEC, 150 Rowley Road, Burpengary Contact: Darren McCoombes Phone: 0411 669 081 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it WorkshopsA diverse range of garden related workshops are run throughout the year at different locations; refer to the individual providers for their latest offerings.Northey Street City Farm Northey Street offers certificates in permaculture design and horticulture, and a range full and half day of workshops including keeping chickens, propagation and seed saving, tanks and grey water use, managing pests and diseases, caring for trees, sustainable housing and renewable energy, preserving the surplus, and much more! Web: http://www.northeystreetcityfarm.org.au/education.htm Phone: (07) 3857 8775 Kumbartcho Sanctuary Kumbartcho has a practical and informative “Back to Basics” workshop series running throughout the year. Their nursery also delivers seed collection and plant propagation workshops. Web: http://kumbartcho.org.au/ Phone: (07) 3264 3953 Location: Bunya Pine Court, Eatons Hill CoursesPermaculture Design Certificate (PDC)This two week course is offered at a number of locations throughout the year. The PDC gives participants a good overview of permaculture principles, ethics and practice, with an emphasis on design. Certificate in Horticulture (Permaculture) Offered at various TAFE locations, the Certificate in Horticulture provides participants with an overview of and basic skills in permaculture. BooksReading List COMING SOON!EventsCREEC Sustainable Living Expo 2009A one day expo providing information and products to help improve the environmental and social impacts of your day-to-day living. Featuring over 100 exhibitors of products, services, and information, along with activities on a variety of sustainability and green living topics. Attractions will include talks, displays, food, entertainment, demonstrations, and activities for children. Web: http://www.creec.org.au/sustainfair2009.php Gardening Australia Expo April 17 – 19, 2009 A weekend of entertainment and education at the RNA Showgrounds including garden and floral displays, demonstrations, garden products and plants for purchase, and a children’s activity area. Web: http://www.abcgardeningexpo.com.au/brisbane09.php |
