Permaculture in New Zealand

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours, venue Gary and Emily Williams property, 107 South Manukau Rd, Otaki. To book (max of 6 students) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours. Courses between 11 and 14 March. To book (max of 6 students at a time) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

This is the second workshop of the Auckland Permaculture Workshop (APW) Permaculture Design Certificate programme.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours, venue Gary and Emily Williams property, 107 South Manukau Rd, Otaki. To book (max of 6 students) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours. Courses between 11 and 14 March. To book (max of 6 students at a time) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

March 20th 1.30-5pm: Drawing the dream
Garden planning and design

In this half day workshop, Tanja and Florian will help participants to design and plan their dream garden. A series of practical, fun exercises (some of them outside) will bring forth visions and communicate the basics of sound garden design.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours, venue Gary and Emily Williams property, 107 South Manukau Rd, Otaki. To book (max of 6 students) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours. Courses between 11 and 14 March. To book (max of 6 students at a time) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Date: March 21 - 27, 2011 

Location: Koanga Institute
Tutors: Bob and Taiamai Corker 

Price: $800, includes all meals and accomodation

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours, venue Gary and Emily Williams property, 107 South Manukau Rd, Otaki. To book (max of 6 students) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours. Courses between 11 and 14 March. To book (max of 6 students at a time) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Date: March 21 - 27, 2011 

Location: Koanga Institute
Tutors: Bob and Taiamai Corker 

Price: $800, includes all meals and accomodation

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours, venue Gary and Emily Williams property, 107 South Manukau Rd, Otaki. To book (max of 6 students) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours. Courses between 11 and 14 March. To book (max of 6 students at a time) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Date: March 21 - 27, 2011 

Location: Koanga Institute
Tutors: Bob and Taiamai Corker 

Price: $800, includes all meals and accomodation

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours, venue Gary and Emily Williams property, 107 South Manukau Rd, Otaki. To book (max of 6 students) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours. Courses between 11 and 14 March. To book (max of 6 students at a time) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Date: March 21 - 27, 2011 

Location: Koanga Institute
Tutors: Bob and Taiamai Corker 

Price: $800, includes all meals and accomodation

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours, venue Gary and Emily Williams property, 107 South Manukau Rd, Otaki. To book (max of 6 students) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours. Courses between 11 and 14 March. To book (max of 6 students at a time) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Date: March 21 - 27, 2011 

Location: Koanga Institute
Tutors: Bob and Taiamai Corker 

Price: $800, includes all meals and accomodation

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours, venue Gary and Emily Williams property, 107 South Manukau Rd, Otaki. To book (max of 6 students) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Learn how to scythe. This is an opportunity to learn the Austrian Scythe Association Tai Chi style. Tutors: Christoff Schneider, Bryan Innes, Jo Pearsall. No previous experience required. Scythes supplied. Throw away your lawn mower, weed eater and combine harvester. Course 3 hours. Courses between 11 and 14 March. To book (max of 6 students at a time) go to www.ecoshow.co.nz or phone 021 799 056

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Date: March 21 - 27, 2011 

Location: Koanga Institute
Tutors: Bob and Taiamai Corker 

Price: $800, includes all meals and accomodation

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.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Date: March 21 - 27, 2011 

Location: Koanga Institute
Tutors: Bob and Taiamai Corker 

Price: $800, includes all meals and accomodation

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.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

9. Energy & Appropriate Technology
Our way of life is based on finite, non-renewing resources. We will look at the importance of energy, and the nature of energy sources, flows and processes, and the implications of an energy descent. Then look at more appropriate technologies, and how to become more self reliant and energy efficient. This will include the methods of science and its application, energy use analyses, conservation, demand reduction and the use of renewable resources and local energy alternatives.
10. Shelter & the Built Environment

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

9. Energy & Appropriate Technology
Our way of life is based on finite, non-renewing resources. We will look at the importance of energy, and the nature of energy sources, flows and processes, and the implications of an energy descent. Then look at more appropriate technologies, and how to become more self reliant and energy efficient. This will include the methods of science and its application, energy use analyses, conservation, demand reduction and the use of renewable resources and local energy alternatives.
10. Shelter & the Built Environment

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Join the 'Mother of Organics' and our community gardens coordinator for a full day's gardening experience--learn basic garden organisation and set-up, techniques for seed planting and herb propagation and use tools that make the job easier. For lunch, we will gather some herbs and greens for a salad and tea. Followed by a tour to Margaret's mature landscape to see what a garden can become!
$50 cost includes morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea.

-- The traditional farming systems of the Pacific-Asia Region --
-- The living watersheds of forester-gardener-fishers --

Terra-aqua-culture, the world’s most productive farming system, has thrived for over 5000 years in the Asia-Pacific realm - achieving levels of sustained productivity beyond the reach of agriculture.

This 4 day practical workshop will expand your skills and capabilities in productive farming and forestry systems to enable sustainable rural livelihoods in Aotearoa.

Key skills and capabilities developed include:

-Building rural skills and team capabilities.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

-- The traditional farming systems of the Pacific-Asia Region --
-- The living watersheds of forester-gardener-fishers --

Terra-aqua-culture, the world’s most productive farming system, has thrived for over 5000 years in the Asia-Pacific realm - achieving levels of sustained productivity beyond the reach of agriculture.

This 4 day practical workshop will expand your skills and capabilities in productive farming and forestry systems to enable sustainable rural livelihoods in Aotearoa.

Key skills and capabilities developed include:

-Building rural skills and team capabilities.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

-- The traditional farming systems of the Pacific-Asia Region --
-- The living watersheds of forester-gardener-fishers --

Terra-aqua-culture, the world’s most productive farming system, has thrived for over 5000 years in the Asia-Pacific realm - achieving levels of sustained productivity beyond the reach of agriculture.

This 4 day practical workshop will expand your skills and capabilities in productive farming and forestry systems to enable sustainable rural livelihoods in Aotearoa.

Key skills and capabilities developed include:

-Building rural skills and team capabilities.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

-- The traditional farming systems of the Pacific-Asia Region --
-- The living watersheds of forester-gardener-fishers --

Terra-aqua-culture, the world’s most productive farming system, has thrived for over 5000 years in the Asia-Pacific realm - achieving levels of sustained productivity beyond the reach of agriculture.

This 4 day practical workshop will expand your skills and capabilities in productive farming and forestry systems to enable sustainable rural livelihoods in Aotearoa.

Key skills and capabilities developed include:

-Building rural skills and team capabilities.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

-- The traditional farming systems of the Pacific-Asia Region --
-- The living watersheds of forester-gardener-fishers --

Terra-aqua-culture, the world’s most productive farming system, has thrived for over 5000 years in the Asia-Pacific realm - achieving levels of sustained productivity beyond the reach of agriculture.

This 4 day practical workshop will expand your skills and capabilities in productive farming and forestry systems to enable sustainable rural livelihoods in Aotearoa.

Key skills and capabilities developed include:

-Building rural skills and team capabilities.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

This is the third workshop of the Auckland Permaculture Workshop (APW) Permaculture Design Certificate programme.

...also workshops
Join us Saturday 16 April for a day of learning about how to live more healthfully through the meals you prepare and the herbs you can use—right from you own gardens!!!

CCS Disability Action is proud to host four speakers respected for their knowledge on these topics. There will be two strands through the day—one on cooking and preserving foods, and the other on using herbs in numerous ways offered in two 3-hour presentations.

Following are descriptions of the speakers and their presentations:

COOKING/PRESERVING:

11. Urban Living
Over 80% of the developed world’s population lives in cities that are dependent upon the countryside for water, food, building materials, power etc, and to absorb all the waste. With energy descent and resource depletion impacting on our economy, we look at more appropriate and sustainable ways of living in cities. We cover the challenges of living in the city, the opportunities for suburban retrofitting, co-housing and urban farming, adapting apartment living and reducing your ecological footprint, building urban eco-communities, and urban layout and development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

11. Urban Living
Over 80% of the developed world’s population lives in cities that are dependent upon the countryside for water, food, building materials, power etc, and to absorb all the waste. With energy descent and resource depletion impacting on our economy, we look at more appropriate and sustainable ways of living in cities. We cover the challenges of living in the city, the opportunities for suburban retrofitting, co-housing and urban farming, adapting apartment living and reducing your ecological footprint, building urban eco-communities, and urban layout and development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Tahuna Beach, Nelson
20th April 2011, 12 noon

Come and join us in this peaceful gathering - to commemorate the first anniversary of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and to express our concern of a similar catastropy happening here.
Let us draw a line in the sand against offshore oil drilling in NZ waters and the dangers it presents to our oceans and marine life, our fishing industry, coastal economies and tourism.
Let us stand in solidarity with many others throughout the country and the world on this day - to demand a clean energy future!

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Permaculture in New Zealand (PINZ) 2011 National Hui - Easter Weekend 23rd -25th April
Riverside Community, Motueka, South Island

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Permaculture in New Zealand (PINZ) 2011 National Hui - Easter Weekend 23rd -25th April
Riverside Community, Motueka, South Island

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Permaculture in New Zealand (PINZ) 2011 National Hui - Easter Weekend 23rd -25th April
Riverside Community, Motueka, South Island

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

The Council of All Beings will vividly change the way you view the world and life itself, forever. It combines the richness of ancient knowledge with new science, revealing unique gifts from the living world.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

The Council of All Beings will vividly change the way you view the world and life itself, forever. It combines the richness of ancient knowledge with new science, revealing unique gifts from the living world.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Join the 'Mother of Organics' and our community gardens coordinator for a full day's gardening experience--learn basic garden organisation and set-up, techniques for seed planting and herb propagation and use tools that make the job easier. For lunch, we will gather some herbs and greens for a salad and tea. Followed by a tour to Margaret's mature landscape to see what a garden can become!
$50 cost includes morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

This workshop is part of the Auckland Permaculture Workshop (APW) Permaculture Design Certificate programme.

with Murray Jones, master pruner & grafter with 30 years experience in the orchard and nursery industry.
In this one day workshop Murray will cover:  fruit tree selection, rootstock choice, siting/spacing & planting, pollination, pest control & companion planting, training systems & techniques, form pruning, shaping & selection of appropriate wood for fruiting, summer pruning, frame working older trees for easy access & improved production, grafting, selection of wood & storage,  techniques for nursery production & top working older trees, general after-care & maintenance of trees.

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.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

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.

with Murray Jones, master pruner & grafter with 30 years experience in the orchard and nursery industry.

This one day workshop will entail half a day hands-on pruning and half a day hands-on grafting.
Price:  $120, includes morning tea. 
Bookings essential. 

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 19-22 May
The purpose of this workshop is to give you the tools needed to get started building with earthbag. We’ll cover all the phases of construction from design and modeling to foundation, earthbag walls, plaster and roofs. Learn the theory and design principles of this type of building along with gaining hands on experience working on the structure currently under construction.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 19-22 May
The purpose of this workshop is to give you the tools needed to get started building with earthbag. We’ll cover all the phases of construction from design and modeling to foundation, earthbag walls, plaster and roofs. Learn the theory and design principles of this type of building along with gaining hands on experience working on the structure currently under construction.

Living Economies will be meeting in Otaki to play the Interest Free economy game, workshop voucher systems, time banking and other matters see www.le.org for details

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 19-22 May
The purpose of this workshop is to give you the tools needed to get started building with earthbag. We’ll cover all the phases of construction from design and modeling to foundation, earthbag walls, plaster and roofs. Learn the theory and design principles of this type of building along with gaining hands on experience working on the structure currently under construction.

Living Economies will be meeting in Otaki to play the Interest Free economy game, workshop voucher systems, time banking and other matters see www.le.org for details

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 19-22 May
The purpose of this workshop is to give you the tools needed to get started building with earthbag. We’ll cover all the phases of construction from design and modeling to foundation, earthbag walls, plaster and roofs. Learn the theory and design principles of this type of building along with gaining hands on experience working on the structure currently under construction.

Living Economies will be meeting in Otaki to play the Interest Free economy game, workshop voucher systems, time banking and other matters see www.le.org for details

Hi
Working bee in my house.
Several things to do, but I want to engage with a working group, so one day we work in my house, another day somebody else, and another day yours.

I hope that the group will grow in numbers, and one day will become 2 groups, and then 4 and so on.

Hope see you there.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Living Economies will be meeting in Otaki to play the Interest Free economy game, workshop voucher systems, time banking and other matters see www.le.org for details

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

PDC With Rowe Morrow at the Quaker Settlement, Whanganui.

This will run in two one week courses, one at the end of May (go to
http://www.quaker.org.nz/events/full-settlement-programme to download flier) and one at the end of November (dates to be confirmed soon).

The second half of the course will be available to people who have participated in the first half.

Learn vital practical knowledge and skills for self-reliant and community-resilient lifestyles.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

PDC With Rowe Morrow at the Quaker Settlement, Whanganui.

This will run in two one week courses, one at the end of May (go to
http://www.quaker.org.nz/events/full-settlement-programme to download flier) and one at the end of November (dates to be confirmed soon).

The second half of the course will be available to people who have participated in the first half.

Learn vital practical knowledge and skills for self-reliant and community-resilient lifestyles.

Free entry to Expo, seminars and workshops

More information at www.organicexpo.co.nz/

You are all invited to an afternoon of discussion about permaculture and transition activity in our bioregion, and a workshop on the possibilities for alternative trade, exchange, and savings, with Gary Williams, Bryan Innes, and other guests (to be confirmed).

Come along on at 2pm, Sat May 28, to the community hall at Innermost Gardens, Mt Victoria, next to the Victoria Bowling Club:
http://www.openstreetmap.org/?minlon=174.779077759&minlat=-41.3085267639...

Proposed program:

Bioregion hui
2:00pm: Arrival - cuppa and chat

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Earthcare Education Aotearoa is excited to start offering Rural Living Skills & Practice Internship Courses for Permaculture Design Graduates at Tui Comunity, Golden Bay, next year.
This will be an opportunity to advance your skills under experienced guidance and implement some of your own designs. A 10-week course will run from mid March to end of May 2011, following the PDC in February. Details are still under development. You can express you interest from now on and I will keep you posted on the development.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

PDC With Rowe Morrow at the Quaker Settlement, Whanganui.

This will run in two one week courses, one at the end of May (go to
http://www.quaker.org.nz/events/full-settlement-programme to download flier) and one at the end of November (dates to be confirmed soon).

The second half of the course will be available to people who have participated in the first half.

Learn vital practical knowledge and skills for self-reliant and community-resilient lifestyles.

Free entry to Expo, seminars and workshops

More information at www.organicexpo.co.nz/

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

PDC With Rowe Morrow at the Quaker Settlement, Whanganui.

This will run in two one week courses, one at the end of May (go to
http://www.quaker.org.nz/events/full-settlement-programme to download flier) and one at the end of November (dates to be confirmed soon).

The second half of the course will be available to people who have participated in the first half.

Learn vital practical knowledge and skills for self-reliant and community-resilient lifestyles.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

PDC With Rowe Morrow at the Quaker Settlement, Whanganui.

This will run in two one week courses, one at the end of May (go to
http://www.quaker.org.nz/events/full-settlement-programme to download flier) and one at the end of November (dates to be confirmed soon).

The second half of the course will be available to people who have participated in the first half.

Learn vital practical knowledge and skills for self-reliant and community-resilient lifestyles.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

PDC With Rowe Morrow at the Quaker Settlement, Whanganui.

This will run in two one week courses, one at the end of May (go to
http://www.quaker.org.nz/events/full-settlement-programme to download flier) and one at the end of November (dates to be confirmed soon).

The second half of the course will be available to people who have participated in the first half.

Learn vital practical knowledge and skills for self-reliant and community-resilient lifestyles.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

PDC With Rowe Morrow at the Quaker Settlement, Whanganui.

This will run in two one week courses, one at the end of May (go to
http://www.quaker.org.nz/events/full-settlement-programme to download flier) and one at the end of November (dates to be confirmed soon).

The second half of the course will be available to people who have participated in the first half.

Learn vital practical knowledge and skills for self-reliant and community-resilient lifestyles.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

PDC With Rowe Morrow at the Quaker Settlement, Whanganui.

This will run in two one week courses, one at the end of May (go to
http://www.quaker.org.nz/events/full-settlement-programme to download flier) and one at the end of November (dates to be confirmed soon).

The second half of the course will be available to people who have participated in the first half.

Learn vital practical knowledge and skills for self-reliant and community-resilient lifestyles.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

What can a roundhouse be used for?   There are many uses of a round house.  They are great spaces for people to come together, they make good indoor/outdoor lounges, classrooms or can be used as a home. The roundhouse makes a good emergency shelter or a guest room. They can even be built smaller and used as a glass house, chook house, or dog house.
What could you use a roundhouse for?

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

What can a roundhouse be used for?   There are many uses of a round house.  They are great spaces for people to come together, they make good indoor/outdoor lounges, classrooms or can be used as a home. The roundhouse makes a good emergency shelter or a guest room. They can even be built smaller and used as a glass house, chook house, or dog house.
What could you use a roundhouse for?

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

What can a roundhouse be used for?   There are many uses of a round house.  They are great spaces for people to come together, they make good indoor/outdoor lounges, classrooms or can be used as a home. The roundhouse makes a good emergency shelter or a guest room. They can even be built smaller and used as a glass house, chook house, or dog house.
What could you use a roundhouse for?

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

thursday 16th june at 7pm,
trafalgar pavilion, trafalgar st, nelson

be informed about oil exploration in NZ and demand a clean energy future instead of a fossil fuel agenda

guest speakers: nathan argent (greenpeace), debs martin (forest & bird) helen tulett (coal action network) and kevin hague (greens mp)

it is really important that we get a good turnout at this public meeting - this is not the time to be complacent... the government has got a huge fossil fuel agenda and permits are getting issued all the time.

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

As the world runs out of cheap oil, companies are exploiting regions that were once too expensive, too difficult, too dangerous or just too plain dirty. In Canada, this means mining the tar sands. In Aotearoa, it means increased oil exploration, deep-sea drilling and exploiting lignite.

To mark the International Stop the Tar Sands Day, Climate Justice Wellington are hosting a screening of Dirty Oil, a film by Leslie Iwerks.

The film takes us deep behind-the-scenes, into the strip-mined world of Alberta, Canada, where the vast and toxic

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

WEEKEND WORKSHOP June 18 &19th Facilitated by: Robina McCurdy, Earthcare Education Aotearoa

Sat 18 & Sun 19 JUNE, 10am – 4:30pm

Venue: Charles Plimmer House, end of Lawson Lane, Mt Victoria, Wellington
Workshop Description

In this workshop, Robina will use community facilitation methods to the goal of community scale food interdependence, based on successful models of localised food production in Aotearoa/NZ and in other parts of the world.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

WEEKEND WORKSHOP June 18 &19th Facilitated by: Robina McCurdy, Earthcare Education Aotearoa

Sat 18 & Sun 19 JUNE, 10am – 4:30pm

Venue: Charles Plimmer House, end of Lawson Lane, Mt Victoria, Wellington
Workshop Description

In this workshop, Robina will use community facilitation methods to the goal of community scale food interdependence, based on successful models of localised food production in Aotearoa/NZ and in other parts of the world.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

On Wednesday 25th June 12.00 noon, people from Nelson, Motueka and Golden Bay will have the opportunity to join hands and draw a line in the sand against offshore oil drilling in NZ waters and the dangers it presents to our oceans and marine life, our tourism industry, fishing industry, and our children's future.
No one industry should be able to place entire coastal economies at risk with dangerous mistakes.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

EXPLORING DEEP ECOLOGY
JULY 2-3 AUCKLAND

DEEP ECOLOGY at SOUL Centre of the Body and Mind
Deep Ecology moves us to embody eco-centric values and ecological wisdom to protect the Earth’s natural systems, and value all beings on this planet . Fostering a “Life Sustaining Society”, Deep Ecology can vividly change the way you view the world and life itself. It combines the richness of ancient knowledge, with community to reveal unique gifts from the living world.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

EXPLORING DEEP ECOLOGY
JULY 2-3 AUCKLAND

DEEP ECOLOGY at SOUL Centre of the Body and Mind
Deep Ecology moves us to embody eco-centric values and ecological wisdom to protect the Earth’s natural systems, and value all beings on this planet . Fostering a “Life Sustaining Society”, Deep Ecology can vividly change the way you view the world and life itself. It combines the richness of ancient knowledge, with community to reveal unique gifts from the living world.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Earthbag Building Workshop 17th - 19th

Earthbag is one of the most environmentally friendly and cost effective forms of building. Unlike conventional building earthbag construction is quicker to complete and easier to master. No previous building experience is necessary.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Talk and workshop, 5-6-7 August 2011. Learn from the experts! (featured in The movie documentary "One Man, One Cow, One Planet")
Biodynamic is the only truly sustainable and holistic approach to organic gardening, using locally available resources. micro organisms, plant extracts , and planetary forces

Friday Evening Talk:
7.30 to 9 pm, at Steiner House: planning the year in your Biodynamic garden, working with the seasons and using the planting calendar,
followed by Star watching in relation to using the planting calendar (weather permitting)

Saturday practical day workshop:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Talk and workshop, 5-6-7 August 2011. Learn from the experts! (featured in The movie documentary "One Man, One Cow, One Planet")
Biodynamic is the only truly sustainable and holistic approach to organic gardening, using locally available resources. micro organisms, plant extracts , and planetary forces

Friday Evening Talk:
7.30 to 9 pm, at Steiner House: planning the year in your Biodynamic garden, working with the seasons and using the planting calendar,
followed by Star watching in relation to using the planting calendar (weather permitting)

Saturday practical day workshop:

We have had excellent response from teachers and students from Year 1 through Year 13 to our adaptive approach to integrating permaculture principles and practices into The New Zealand Curriculum. The workshop shares the innovative projects we've designed and implemented so far and helps participants design their own projects for their local schools.

In Permaculture we aim to build holistic systems: ecologically, socially and spiritually complete.
This one day workshop concentrates on the people side, on how people can generate a future of cooperation and resilience. It draws on the life skills needed to work in partnership with others. It is the goal of this workshop to acknowledge difference and diversity and to work with these tensions as a way to transform relationships.

Sabine and Chris, both experienced group workers, facilitators and educators will guide you through this day.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Talk and workshop, 5-6-7 August 2011. Learn from the experts! (featured in The movie documentary "One Man, One Cow, One Planet")
Biodynamic is the only truly sustainable and holistic approach to organic gardening, using locally available resources. micro organisms, plant extracts , and planetary forces

Friday Evening Talk:
7.30 to 9 pm, at Steiner House: planning the year in your Biodynamic garden, working with the seasons and using the planting calendar,
followed by Star watching in relation to using the planting calendar (weather permitting)

Saturday practical day workshop:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Course Outline:

The PDC held at The Living Peace Project/Rongo Backpackers & Gallery in August (Aug 7 to 20, 2011) will be slightly different to most other PDC’s. The full theoretical curriculum will be presented, but we will also be expanding the classroom out into the surrounding environment and conducting practical workshops so that students will go home with all the theoretical information, but also with confidence, ability and skills to put their course material into practice.

Practical aspects of the course will include:

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

EARTHBEAT- A Deep Ecology Workshop Exploring Deep Ecology, Movement and Dance
AUGUST 27-28 Auckland

DEEP ECOLOGY at SOUL Centre of the Body and Mind
Deep Ecology moves us to embody eco-centric values and ecological wisdom to protect the Earth’s natural systems, and value all beings on this planet . Fostering a “Life Sustaining Society”, Deep Ecology can vividly change the way you view the world and life itself. It combines the richness of ancient knowledge, with community to reveal unique gifts from the living world.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

EARTHBEAT- A Deep Ecology Workshop Exploring Deep Ecology, Movement and Dance
AUGUST 27-28 Auckland

DEEP ECOLOGY at SOUL Centre of the Body and Mind
Deep Ecology moves us to embody eco-centric values and ecological wisdom to protect the Earth’s natural systems, and value all beings on this planet . Fostering a “Life Sustaining Society”, Deep Ecology can vividly change the way you view the world and life itself. It combines the richness of ancient knowledge, with community to reveal unique gifts from the living world.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

We have had excellent response from teachers and students from Year 1 through Year 13 to our adaptive approach to integrating permaculture principles and practices into The New Zealand Curriculum. The workshop shares the innovative projects we've designed so far and helps participants design their own projects for their local schools.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

The workshop covers visioning/goal setting, observation, site analysis and assessment and permaculture principles, tools and techniques. It culminates in a holistic design which meets the needs  of both human and natural worlds.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

The workshop covers visioning/goal setting, observation, site analysis and assessment and permaculture principles, tools and techniques. It culminates in a holistic design which meets the needs  of both human and natural worlds.

Thoughtful design and timely management of gardens can yield an abundance of food with little very little ongoing maintenance. The productive and attractive vegetable gardens at Solscape Eco Retreat will be used as an example of the successful application of a design/management system developed over the last decade by organic farmer Nelson Lebo. Some of these strategies were adopted at Rainbow Valley Farm - world famous permaculture property - after this workshop was presented there in 2010.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

The workshop covers visioning/goal setting, observation, site analysis and assessment and permaculture principles, tools and techniques. It culminates in a holistic design which meets the needs  of both human and natural worlds.

Save energy. Save resources. Save money. This workshop describes and explains the process of eco-thrifty renovation in two segments. The first documents the highly successful eco-thrifty renovation of a villa in Wanganui, and the second applies the eco-thrifty design principles to a potential "do up" at Solscape Eco Retreat. The workshop is designed to be highly practical by offering dozens of examples of eco-thrifty strategies and potential strategies.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

THE WORKSHOP IS FOR - People with rural lifestyle properties who want to design them for sustainability and ease of land management while maximizing productivity, people with suburban properties that include areas of bush and revegetating areas, people wanting to establish sacred spaces on their property, people with retreat and/or education centers who want to upgrade the landscape in keeping with their holistic goals.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

THE WORKSHOP IS FOR - People with rural lifestyle properties who want to design them for sustainability and ease of land management while maximizing productivity, people with suburban properties that include areas of bush and revegetating areas, people wanting to establish sacred spaces on their property, people with retreat and/or education centers who want to upgrade the landscape in keeping with their holistic goals.

We have had excellent response from teachers and students from Year 1 through Year 13 to our adaptive approach to integrating permaculture principles and practices into The New Zealand Curriculum. The workshop shares the innovative projects we've designed so far and helps participants design their own projects for their local schools.

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

THE WORKSHOP IS FOR - People with rural lifestyle properties who want to design them for sustainability and ease of land management while maximizing productivity, people with suburban properties that include areas of bush and revegetating areas, people wanting to establish sacred spaces on their property, people with retreat and/or education centers who want to upgrade the landscape in keeping with their holistic goals.

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

SUN 16 OCTOBER (knowledge-base & design), 9.30 am - 4:30 pm
SAT 22 OCTOBER (practical implementation), 9.30 am - 4:30 pm

Golden Bay Community Gardens, Takaka

Learn how to:
- design and install specific beautiful environments for recharging, balancing, tranquility and inspiration.
- create energy-rich restorative zones for nature - which in turn nurtures us manyfold!
- connect, integrate and harmonise the different areas within your property for optimum functioning as a whole entity.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

This is the 2nd half of a full PDC. It will include community design, land ethics and access, aquaculture, design for disaster, suburban and urban permaculture, bioregional examples as well as practical design work. If you have already completed a PDC and would like to join this week, please get in touch for more details.
Cost: $301-$490 depending on accommodation option.
Runs from 6pm Friday 4th Nov to after breakfast Friday 11th November.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

This is the 2nd half of a full PDC. It will include community design, land ethics and access, aquaculture, design for disaster, suburban and urban permaculture, bioregional examples as well as practical design work. If you have already completed a PDC and would like to join this week, please get in touch for more details.
Cost: $301-$490 depending on accommodation option.
Runs from 6pm Friday 4th Nov to after breakfast Friday 11th November.

We have had excellent response from teachers and students from Year 1 through Year 13 to our adaptive approach to integrating permaculture principles and practices into The New Zealand Curriculum. The workshop shares the innovative projects we've designed so far and helps participants design their own projects for their local schools.

9am Arrival – with tea and muffins
9.15 -10am Welcome and an introduction to biodynamic principles
10 - 12pm Making compost heaps and liquid manures
12 -12.30pm Lunch (soup and bread provided)
12.30 - 1.30pm Discussion on the use of the biodynamic calendar and deepening our understanding of biodynamics.
1.30 - 2.30pm How to sow seeds and grow seedlings (participants take their sown seeds home)
2.30pm Stirring and spreading Preparation 500

Building resilient communities through developing strategies for local food security.

For more information, see www.earthcare-education.org

The 2011-2012 Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate is run over 7 weekends.
To receive your Certificate you need to attend all weekends, including Philosophy and Design, and finishing with Design Project.
Or, you can attend any weekends you are interested in, without receiving a certificate.

Practical hands-on emphasis: Each weekend will include at least one hands-on project to build peoples’ practical skills, enhance learning, and have fun !

Venue: Most of the weekends will be held at our venue in Inglewood.
Accommodation is available at the venue for $15 per night.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.

Philosophy and design May 7th. 2011 Hamilton
Climate and Water June 11th.
Human Sphere July 9th. Ngaruawahia
Community Resilence August 20th. Hamilton
Landascape and Site Assessment September 10th. Raglan
Large Animals and Forestry October 8th.
Small Animals and Orchards November 12th. Raglan
Soils and Gardening December 3rd. Hamilton

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMME
SPRING 2011

Would you like to grow your own fresh veges and save
money at the same time?
Are you not sure how to get going?
Do you want to get more out of the garden you already have?

Then come along to the Master Gardener course – a practical, hands-on course which teaches people to become gardeners – and gardeners to become master gardeners. This course is accessible for every body.

This is the 2nd half of a full PDC. It will include community design, land ethics and access, aquaculture, design for disaster, suburban and urban permaculture, bioregional examples as well as practical design work. If you have already completed a PDC and would like to join this week, please get in touch for more details.
Cost: $301-$490 depending on accommodation option.
Runs from 6pm Friday 4th Nov to after breakfast Friday 11th November.

Building resilient communities through developing strategies for local food security.

For more information, see www.earthcare-education.org

The 2011-2012 Taranaki Permaculture Design Certificate is run over 7 weekends.
To receive your Certificate you need to attend all weekends, including Philosophy and Design, and finishing with Design Project.
Or, you can attend any weekends you are interested in, without receiving a certificate.

Practical hands-on emphasis: Each weekend will include at least one hands-on project to build peoples’ practical skills, enhance learning, and have fun !

Venue: Most of the weekends will be held at our venue in Inglewood.
Accommodation is available at the venue for $15 per night.

The Art of Scything
November 6th 2011 Auckland
9 am-1 pm
Replace your noisy, smelly lawn mower or weedeater,
hear birdsong, smell the grass and enjoy satisfaction and fun!

Introductory Class: $65 - 3.5 hours max 6 people
For beginners and those wanting to improve their scything technique.
Select the right scythe for the job and set it up to fit you. . Mowing tai chi style
Techniques for harvesting, grass cutting, lawn mowing and difficult situations
Demonstration of scythe maintenance: including peening, whetting and blade repairs.

Do you have the desire to start a land-based business that is resilient to climate change, energy decline, economic restructuring and peak everything? The NorthTec Horticulture Dept is offering a “Sustainable Rural Development Level 4” in Silverdale with Transition Town organisers and tutors Gawain Sharp and Betsy Kettle. Gawain has a business planning background and Betsy has experience designing organic permaculture/ horticulture properties.