Permaculture in New Zealand - Events Feed

APW - Fruits, Nuts and Berries

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:49:57 +1200

Start: 11/09/2010 - 09:00

End: 11/09/2010 - 09:00

Due to its unique geographical and climatic features the Auckland bioregion is one of the few places in the world where you can grow deciduous, citrus, sub-tropical and Mediterranean orchards in the same place. Participants will learn the fundamental principles of designing and establishing an orchard or food forest for a range of sites and contexts, from inhibited urban spaces through to lifestyle blocks. Learning from an expert in the field, participants will be taught about the practical management required for plant health and productivity.

Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate - Philosophy & Design

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:59:20 +1200

Start: 18/09/2010 - 09:14

End: 19/09/2010 - 09:14

We will explore ecology and the ethics and design principles of permaculture. We’ll learn to read & apply landscape patterns, and practice permaculture design in the sandpit.

This Permaculture Design Certificate is run by Green Cloak in partnership with the Taranaki Environment Centre.

Australasian Permaculture Convergence, Kuranda, Queensland

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:06:16 +1200

Start: 24/09/2010 - 09:00

End: 28/09/2010 - 18:00

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Biointensive Growing 3 day workshop

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:33:13 +1200

Start: 08/10/2010 - 10:00

End: 10/10/2010 - 16:00

A 3 day workshop covering the basic level theory and practice of Biointensive gardening.  Biointensive Growing is a system that has been developed by John Jeavons after over 30 years of studying the ancient agriculture systems that actually grew soil, and great civilizations.  He has used that knowledge together with his own extensive research to put together the Bio-intensive system, which is about growing the most amount of food in the smallest area for the least amount of energy used (and water), in a way that everybody can do.

Timbrel Vault Building

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 18:41:47 +1200

Start: 08/10/2010 - 17:30

End: 10/10/2010 - 17:30

A building technique that dates back 600 years and is now being rediscovered due to it's low use of building materials and therefore low embodied energy. Made from locally pressed tiles, beautiful spanning shapes are built without extensive formwork and at minimal cost. The designs of these dome shells work with pure compression and no reinforcement steel.
At Awhi farm a hand press is used to make the tiles out of our local materials of pumice and stabilized with cement.

Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate - Energy, Technology, Water

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:00:04 +1200

Start: 09/10/2010 - 09:19

End: 10/10/2010 - 09:19

We’ll explore ecological energy dynamics, nutrient cycles, and appropriate technology with Richard Lee. On Saturday afternoon we’ll visit Eco-Innovation with Michael Lawley to explore renewable energy. On Sunday we’ll explore how water moves through the landscape, rainwater harvesting, and strategies for utilising wastewater.

This Permaculture Design Certificate is run by Green Cloak in partnership with the Taranaki Environment Centre.

Timbrel Dome Building Workshop

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 18:49:12 +1200

Start: 15/10/2010 - 17:30

End: 17/10/2010 - 17:00

Participants will learn the basics and theory of building a timbrel dome out of pressed tiles.
Then will put the knowledge into practice by building a demonstration dome that will remain on site to inspire future visitors.
Limited Participant numbers. Book Now!

Tutor: James Bellamy
Location: Turangi
Accommodation: Local backpackers, motel or free camping on site. Bring your tent.
Hot pools only 10 minutes drive away!
Cost: $300 (includes delicious organic lunches and dinners)

Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate - Soils & Gardening

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:00:56 +1200

Start: 13/11/2010 - 09:26

End: 14/11/2010 - 09:26

We’ll explore the importance of food production, designing your backyard, and the ecology of soils.
On Sunday, we’ll visit Jodi Roebuck’s Seed Keeper property and learn about bio-intensive mini-farming, make some compost, and explore seed saving.

This Permaculture Design Certificate is run by Green Cloak in partnership with the Taranaki Environment Centre.

Turangi Permaculture Design Certificate

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 18:33:30 +1200

Start: 26/11/2010 - 18:00

End: 11/12/2010 - 14:30

Turangi, in Central North Island is the home of AWHI FARM, perhaps the newest sustainability centre in Aotearoa.
This will be the venue for the first permacultre design certificate course in Turangi and where practical experience in gardening building and design will take place.
Just as the world is in a process of radical change, so too are most of us. This course can empower you with the tools, ideas and visions to make clear choices to support healthy, sustainable living for you and your family, whanau and friends. It provides a rudder to help guide your course into the future.

Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate - Urban Ecology & Community Facilitation

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:58:12 +1200

Start: 11/12/2010 - 09:30

End: 12/12/2010 - 09:30

With Lisa Talbot, we’ll explore strategies for designing and living in sustainable urban areas. On Sunday, we will engage in community facilitation tools with Peter Heard - empowering us to make a difference.

This Permaculture Design Certificate is run by Green Cloak in partnership with the Taranaki Environment Centre.

Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate - Ecological Building

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:02:42 +1200

Start: 15/01/2011 - 09:32

End: 16/01/2011 - 09:32

We’ll explore the ecology of buildings, natural materials (local earth, straw, timber etc), passive solar design, and building health. We’ll get our hands dirty in a practical building project.

This Permaculture Design Certificate is run by Green Cloak in partnership with the Taranaki Environment Centre.

Permaculture Design Certificate Course, Tui Community

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:39:09 +1200

Start: 03/02/2011 - 19:24

End: 23/02/2011 - 19:24

PERMACULTURE DESIGN CERTIFICATE COURSE

with a Deep Ecology & Community Development emphasis
Tui Community, Golden Bay, South Island
3 weeks long

3 Feb - 23 Feb 2011 ** (please note that these dates may change by a few days so if you are booking tickets leave some room either side, dates will be confirmed soon)**

Main Tutors Robina McCurdy and Gary Williams

Come and do a life changing course in a beautiful inspiring location.
This longer 3 week course gives extra time to deepen and explore Permaculture practice and theory.

Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate - Farming, Forestry, Food Forests

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:04:00 +1200

Start: 19/02/2011 - 09:35

End: 20/02/2011 - 09:35

We’ll explore the farming and cultural patterns imposed on the landscape. We’ll visit John Earney’s farm and explore pastoral farming strategies. Then we’ll visit Jeremy Thomson’s farm to learn about forestry & integrated farm livelihoods. On Sunday we’ll explore the design of shelter, food forests, orchards, and the integration of small animals.

This Permaculture Design Certificate is run by Green Cloak in partnership with the Taranaki Environment Centre.

Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate - Resilience, Invisible Structures, Nutrition

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:05:05 +1200

Start: 26/03/2011 - 09:37

End: 27/03/2011 - 09:37

We’ll explore designing to cope with natural disasters. We’ll explore legal structures & ownership, banking & financial systems, and co-operative enterprises. Ruth Cohen will address seasonal and local food, ferments, preserving your yields, and maximising the nutritional value of your food. We’ll preserve and make some tasty fare.

This Permaculture Design Certificate is run by Green Cloak in partnership with the Taranaki Environment Centre.

Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate - Design Project

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:06:39 +1200

Start: 14/05/2011 - 09:39

End: 15/05/2011 - 09:39

In small groups or solo, you will complete and present a design project. The aim of the project is to apply permaculture design to a specific site or proposal, while making use of the knowledge and processes learnt during the course.

This Permaculture Design Certificate is run by Green Cloak in partnership with the Taranaki Environment Centre.