Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living

Enoughness. What is enough for you? When you think about permaculture abundance how do you know the difference between glut and enough. We have all had too many zucchinis we can cook, preserve or even GIVE away. Where do permaculture ethics and principles come into this? What about socially, what is enough, when do you need to recharge your battery or say no? Where to wants vs needs come into enoughness. Where do the concepts of Sufficiency mindset, Personal fulfilment, Mindful consumption, Content living, Satisfaction and privilege come into this equation? We have unearthed some major things to ponder about in this episode. We would love for you to jump into the Facebook Group to explore it more. https://www.facebook.com/groups/349282787464711 Or DM us https://www.instagram.com/practical_permaculture/

Andrew was in hook line and sinker after doing a @limestone_permaculture intro course. Permaculture wasn’t something on his radar at all until his wife Em gave him a nudge. After doing the course he never looked back. Andrew and Em have developed a small lamb operation and productive property at @yeofarm_bulahdelah. Andrew utilises permaculture design within his property to make well thought out and educated decisions, as well as assist with his farming practices. His background is large scale lamb farming out west. However, their current farm location as well as farm practices are vastly different from that of their initial family farm. Take a listen to how they ended up in a costal farm and how permaculture became a part of their life. 

This season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 11 - Use edges & value the marginal

Hello lovely listeners! We have a big chat about the change of seasons. What we are thinking about, what we are planning, what we are planting and looking forward into the spring/summer season. We would LOVE to hear what you are up to, reach out on socials, comment on YouTube, or join our community page on Facebook.

This season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 5 - Use and Value renewable resources and services

This week we chat to Gina from Chaffin Creek farm. Together with her partner, they run a small scale regenerative farm in the lower Northern Rivers. They follow biodynamic practices and also use syntropic practices.  They have been amping up their workshops and offerings to the community. They are building community and educating everyone who wants to know more.  We chat about her off farm income, being your authentic self, food security and sovereignty plus so much more.  To learn more about Chaffin creek farm and what they look take a look at the links below:  Social Media: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chaffin_creek_farm/⁠ A little about them: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQEbNPJqd2M⁠ https://www.sharecreateinnovate.com Book courses here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/chaffincreekfarm

This season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 6 - Produce no waste

You Tube Liz zorab - Blyther Farm  Based in Wales. Liz shares their triumphs, our failures and some insight into the daily life of a small homestead. They share how they explore ways to make their lives greener, more enriched and more fulfilling. Focus is on sustainable living.  https://www.youtube.com/@LizZorab Free Range LIving - Troy and Pascale and their little bub on 9-acre homestead in the South West of Australia. Lots of practical videos and how to’s. Ths one was recommended to me some time back by a friend and I was invested from day 1. It's like you are part of the family.  https://www.youtube.com/@FreeRangeLiving Anne of all trades - More homesteading than permaculture focused but fun and easy to watch . Based in Nashville in the US. Anne is someone who is learning how to do everything homesteading and lives by the motto everything is figureoutable. - Great one to get inspired for projects.   https://www.youtube.com/@FreeRangeLiving Podcasts  Avant gardeners - 2 friends who are learning how to garden often with a cocktail or a wine. They interview guests including the amazing Charles Dowding. These ladies are light hearted and easy to listen to. Episodes are fortnightly with the last one in  May and we hope they are back soon.  https://open.spotify.com/show/0n06Jg8dYvMhZuVsIzunjN?si=da0aab06f83c4067 Futuresteading: Jade Miles has been in my ears since 2020. now up to season 10 there are some seriously amazing conversations. Everything from big picture thinking and action to actions we can take on a small scale everyday. As the name suggests on the box, it's a  conversation about future focus. Creating a culture now that values tomorrow. https://open.spotify.com/show/5OFbma9mUm5fuiNkfNTOjI?si=d32ee8c3a47d4ea3 Big Things, little things with Sophie - this is one has been around since 2021. Lots of big conversations and insight into many brilliant humans who are leaders in making positive changes in the world.  https://open.spotify.com/show/0156407tkctwCnGXQsh8pT?si=42d7eb22181841c9

We're diving into Permaculture Principle 7: "Design from Patterns to Details." This principle guides us to start by understanding the broader patterns in nature and society before zeroing in on the specific details of our designs. By recognising these larger patterns, we can create more efficient and sustainable systems. Tune in to learn how to apply this principle to your permaculture projects! Big-Picture Thinking: Start by observing and understanding larger patterns. Patterns in Nature: Use natural patterns like sunlight and water flow in your designs.

Holy Heck, how did we get here? One year post PDC with Limestone Permaculture, feels like forever ago but also yesterday. Question is... what did we learn from our three months with Brett at Limestone? What learnings became more concrete over the past year? Did we ditch anything from the course? Did we need to "let go" of some concepts? Did we find a hill to die on or adapt and change? What lessons are we still learning? Are there concepts we are still grappling? Listen in and share what you are still learning about Permaculture or things you find hard to make a reality. Join our Facebook group to keep the chat alive. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/pbkojA27uaJnjDVQ/ And remember the code PPP5% will get you 5% off Australian Medical Herb products. https://australianmedicinalherbs.com.au/