The Valley Centre has spent the last 20 years undertaking action research on the best way to develop eco-communities in Australia. We have developed a model for how humans can live in harmony with the natural world. Our Project areas include Education, Community, Youth, Wellbeing, Eco-Technologies, Connection and Nature. This model can be transferred to anywhere across the globe. It is the centre's vision to help in the creation of a sustainable future so that we may be able to face challenges … Read more
David Holmgren Workshop 2014
- Date: 13 July 2014
- Language:
- English
- Location: Australia
Creative Collectives and New Earth Systems for life are very proud to present this special event: This will be a chance to get up-close and personal and gain an in-depth insight into the the issues David Holmgren is most passionate about. During his presentations he will uncover new perspectives to keep permaculture activists ahead of the game. “The interactions between Climate Chaos, Oil Shocks and Economic Contraction is confused in the minds of the public and policy makers alike. The … Read more
School of Self-Sufficiency
- Date: 29 – 31 May 2014
- Language:
- English
- Location: Australia
The School of Self-Sufficiency (May Workshop Weekend) Communal Camp-out, Learn new skills and get amongst nature for the weekend. This is a unique program that allows participants to learn 8 new skills over one weekend from a variety of self-sufficiency categories whilst camping out and experiencing community living at one of our farm or outback locations. We invite eight great teachers to come along and pass on their specialty skills and/or knowledge in a two hour session each. Some … Read more
Craft, Design and Community Living
- Date: 24 – 27 April 2014
- Language:
- English
- Location: Australia
This month were celebrating the art of having fun and taking hobby’s to the next level. An important part of Self-Sufficiency is CRAFT; making the things you want or need on your own, for home use, to sell at markets for extra money or to barter for other goods. APRIL WORKSHOP WEEKEND Date: 25th – 28th April (All workshops held on Sat-Sun, Friday and Monday are optional for people who want to come and relax on the property, set-up camp early etc.) Facilitator: Kate Marsh, founder of … Read more
Intentional Communities Conference
- Date: 5 – 7 December 2013
- Language:
- English
- Location: Australia
In December 2013, the Moora Moora cooperative is hosting a conference for members of existing, new or proposed intentional communities throughout Australia to share their experiences and knowledge, and to deepen the bonds between communities and to help them to develop and flourish. Go to the Moora Moora Community website at www.mooramoora.org.au for more information. … Read more
Bellbunya Sustainable Community
Bellbunya is an intentional community for sustaining living (and life!) on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland in Queensland Australia. Get a taste of community life as a volunteer or guest. Or allow us to host your next conference, retreat, or workshop. Learn with us by doing and sharing, or participate in a course – we’ve hosted permaculture, yoga, health, design, alternative energy, and more. … Read more
Christie Walk
UEA believes that as cities are increasingly at the heart of the world’s environmental challenges so must they be part of the solutions. Our vision is the transformation of human settlements into Ecological Cities – vibrant, equitable, socially supportive, ecologically sustaining and economically viable communities We are CBD based, we have 27 residences, only 11 car parks. … Read more
Tasman Ecovillage
Tasmania’s fist Ecovillage located in Nubeena on the Tasman Peninsula. … Read more
The Ecovillage at Currumbin
The Ecovillage at Currumbin is a modern sustainable community located in the Gold Coast hinterland, Australia. The Ecovillage has won over 33 accolades. The community contains 140 residential lots over 272 acres. The Ecovillage is home to about 350 adults and 120 children, wildlife & several small businesses and village centre. Ref. www.theecovillage.com.au www.villagehub.com.au … Read more
