Events
Robert Pekin will be guest speaker at this month's Permaculture Noosa meeting. Robert is the founding coordinator of Food Connect - an ethically charged Brisbane business harmoniously linking farmers and consumers. www.foodconnect.com.au
Transition Sunshine Coast is keen to get Robert involved in establishing CSAs here on the coast as part of our Energy Descent Action Planning process and building local resilience in our food supply systems.
A former dairy farmer, for a long time Robert has been driven by the belief that societies need to work together to share food affordably across the world as a basic human right.
As one of the country’s most forward-thinking, passionate and intuitive souls when it comes to utilising soil, he’s committed to big-picture dreaming about new and daring paths that Australians might start to tiptoe along in the way we think and act about food.
The first public meeting for 2009 Old Witta School, Witta Road, Witta
during the monthly Blackall Range Growers' Market
Topics to be discussed:
Transition Town Maleny - taking stock of groups, projects and ideas
Reports on recent events - Climate Action Summit, Canberra
Re-skilling - what skills would you like to learn? eg. sewing, food growing, permaculture, blacksmithing, knitting, woodwork - list is endless!
If you have something you'd like announced or discussed at the meeting, please send your info through to info@sustainablemaleny.org
Bring your shopping bags to fill with fresh local produce from the Blackall Range Growers' Market!
27th Feb, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Griffith Ecocentre
Griffith University, BrisbaneGrow Local SEQ is a regional strategy under development by Queensland Conservation Council that aims to increase the production and consumption of locally grown food across Southeast Queensland.
This full day Forum will introduce this campaign strategy and discuss a whole-of-region approach to local food production programs. Speakers include:
- Toby Hutcheon, Executive Director Queensland Conservation
- Cam Walker, Friends of the Earth (Victoria)
- Merv Moorhead, Organic banana grower (Wamuran)
- Dick Copeman, Northey Street City Farm
- Rob Pekin, Food Connect
An afternoon session facilitated by Mary Maher will provide attendees with the opportunity to contribute to the campaign strategy; and to document policy and legislative barriers to local food production.
Registration is $50 per person inc GST
Community Building group fundraiser
Thursday 12th March
from 7pm
Cost $5
Local community member, Terri Bates is introducing these community-building games nights to be held regularly at the Upfront Club. Bring along your favourite board game (or table-top game) with some friends and enjoy a fun evening with others doing the same thing. Meals served from 5.30pm Call Upfront Club to book your table - 5494 2592 or email Terri on tkbates [at] gotalk.net.au
Community Wealth Working Group
Saturday March 14th
2.30-5.30pm
After the last Witta general meeting, a small group of us met to explore what might yet be done in the area of community wealth ie, real wealth, not just 'money' as we know it. So if you are interested in increasing support for the alternatives that already exist, as well as novel ways of funding and sharing resources, we invite you to come along to the next meeting. One project is developing a Hinterland currency along the lines of the Totnes pound.
Darren, Ella, Franklin and Sharon
Phone for details, 5429-6678
Old Witta School, Witta Road, Witta
during the monthly Blackall Range Growers' Market
The exact contents of this meeting are still organising themselves, but you can expect the following:
A short presentation from a Transition initiative in a neighbouring region
If you have something you'd like announced or discussed at the meeting, please send your info through.
So how close to home will the current financial crises come?
The Upfront Club will be hosting an evening with Ian Golding to examine the issue and uncover some startling facts.
Very few people are aware that one of the spin-offs of the crises could well be a dwindling food supply and difficulties in gaining access to the reliable, nutritious and life sustaining foodstuffs we’ve come to expect.
Food security will be the next big megatrend.
This is due to a number of reasons that few people understand. This lack of understanding means a lack of preparation and that could lead to pain for thousands of the unprepared. Hear of some startling facts and know how to prepare yourself to secure your food. Get to know some opportunities to ensure that you know where your food network is.
A time to explore how we may work with group collaboration in ways that are new(ish) for Maleny. Governance-nongovernance options in the transition process, exploring questions such as;
How do we keep the characteristics of small groups of friends working together once groups become larger?
How do we dream, plan, decide, take action and incorporate feedback in our small and large groups that are as inclusive and effective as possible?
What is new that will help us to meet the challenges of an accelerated period of change in our communities?
Place:5B Macadamia Drive, Maleny
Cost: Contribution to ‘Leaff’ welcome (details on the day)
Bookings essential
For more information contact:
With Ella Linwood (elinwood@westnet.com.au, 07 5429 6678) and
Franklin Bruinstroop, (franklin@iprimus.com.au, 07 5499 9685)
On March 28, at 8:30 pm local time, one billion people will go dark for Earth Hour. World Wildlife Fund is asking individuals, businesses, governments and organizations around the world to turn off their lights to make a global statement of concern about climate change and to demonstrate commitment to finding solutions.
Already hundreds of icons and landmarks around the world have signed up to turn their lights off for Earth Hour 2009 including - the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Sydney Opera House, Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens and The London Eye, among many others.
Northey Street City Farm Tour
Sunday March 15th 8.00am - 3.00pm
Cost $15
Limited places, book now!
BYO Lunch
Proposed itinerary:
8.00 - Leave Maleny
9.30 - Arrive. Browse the Organic Farmers' Market
10.30 - One hour guided tour of Northey Street City Farm
11.30 - Share lunch (BYO) and wander through the gardens (self-guided)
1.30 - Leave Brisbane (approximately)
3.00 - Arrive Maleny (approximately)
Sustainable Maleny and the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre are excited to announce a planned visit to the successful and vibrant Brisbane community garden, Northey Street City Farm on Sunday 15th March.
The Crystal Waters Market has grown steadilty over the last 16 months. The last 4 markets have consistently attracted more than 30 stalls. We are confident the market will continue to grow & provide a community & trading hub for the headwaters of the Mary River.
At the market you can stock up on Les’s organic sourdough breads hand kneaded & baked at the Crystal Waters wood-fired bakery, The Naked Carrot’s tasty organic vegetables, picked from the soil just down the road, Maleny Organics wholefoods, Crystal Waters honey, and Chai Mama’s chai, to name just a few.
Wander amongst the stalls under the shady avenue to pick out that unique gift.
The Crystal Waters market is also an experience in community. Meet & mingle on the deck, participate in Ronda's circle dances, or relax & enjoy the local entertainment.
Tours of the village leave from the market.
A stall costs from $5, contact Kathryn 5494 4725. Musicians & performers are also welcome, contact Tom 5494 4590.
A workshop - The Frugal Home - will provide a opportunity to discuss ways of reducing household costs. There will be recipes for green cleaners, instructions on how to make your own washing powder, discussions on food stockpiling and ways to get more from your dollars at the supermarket.
The workshop is free, please call 54 999 345 now to make your booking. If there are plenty of people wishing to attend the workshop, another date will be added.
Saturday 18th April 2009
9am - 5pm
Cost $25 (individual or family)
Includes morning tea and lunch
Car pool from Maleny Showgrounds 8.15amTO BOOK RSVP
Phone Barung Landcare 5494 3151
Email:barungadmin AT big.net.au
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Phone John Muir
0421 836 325
johnmuir@big.net.au
ACTIVITIES
Bellthorpe Landcare Field Day
Speakers will be presenting and inviting general participant discussion on:
9.15am for 9:30am start
Old Witta School, Witta Road, Witta
during the monthly Blackall Range Growers' Market
If you have something you'd like announced or discussed at the meeting, please send your info through to info@sustainablemaleny.org
Bring your shopping bags to fill with fresh local produce from the Blackall Range Growers' Market!
Thursday 23rd April 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Hinterland Business Centre
32 Coral Street, Maleny
From the event promotional flyer....
Radionics is the Science of Resonance and has many applications: human health diagnosis and treatment; animal health diagnosis, agriculture and food production.
Limited spaces. Coffee and tea provided.
For bookings call/email Ian Golding - 0417 839 505, ian@beyondorganic.com.au
Communication skills for Transition work. A number of courses in Non-violent Communication, in Maleny.
Nonviolent Communication Foundation Training
14 hours of experiential NVC. Sat 25+Sun 26 April, Maleny and/or Sat 16+Sun 17 May, Yandina. 10-6pm
Taking the Next Steps in Building NVC Fluency
Communication skills for Transition work. A number of courses in Non-violent Communication, in Maleny.
Nonviolent Communication Foundation Training
14 hours of experiential NVC. Sat 25+Sun 26 April, Maleny and/or Sat 16+Sun 17 May, Yandina. 10-6pm
Taking the Next Steps in Building NVC Fluency
Communication skills for Transition work. A number of courses in Non-violent Communication, in Maleny.
Nonviolent Communication Foundation Training
14 hours of experiential NVC. Sat 25+Sun 26 April, Maleny and/or Sat 16+Sun 17 May, Yandina. 10-6pm
Taking the Next Steps in Building NVC Fluency
Organic Waste - Threat or Opportunity?
Organic Waste and Resource Management Forum
Thursday 30th April 2009, 8:30 - 16:30
Innovation Centre, University of the Sunshine Coast
Register by Tuesday 28th April
This is a full day program featuring local and guest presenters looking at the following key areas:
For full program http://www.sustainablemaleny.org/files/Program_Sunshine_Coast_Organics_F...
The Maleny Wood Expo is back for 2009! This two-day family event is packed with something for the whole family. From rustic bush furniture to contemporary design, the Sunshine Coast Hinterland’s premier event showcases the region’s finest wood artisans.
HELPING HANDS NEEDED Organisers Barung Landcare are seeking volunteers to help out before, during and after the Maleny Wood Expo - Contact Barung Landcare on 07 54943151.
For all event info check out: www.malenywoodexpo.com.au
The Maleny Wood Expo is back for 2009! This two-day family event is packed with something for the whole family. From rustic bush furniture to contemporary design, the Sunshine Coast Hinterland’s premier event showcases the region’s finest wood artisans.
HELPING HANDS NEEDED Organisers Barung Landcare are seeking volunteers to help out before, during and after the Maleny Wood Expo - Contact Barung Landcare on 07 54943151.
For all event info check out: www.malenywoodexpo.com.au
3-Day Course
Thurs 7th May - Sat 9th May 2009
Want to learn Radionics and become a practitioner?
The course includes 18 hours tuition and 10 hours post-course practical follow up. Opportunity to earn an income exists.
- Operating a Radionics machine
- Scanning for human and plant/soil diagnosis
- Building a remedy based on readings
- Preparing homeopathic preparations
- Broadcasting remedies to plants and people
Coffee and tea provided.
Limited Spaces Available
Contact Ian Golding for more Information:
0417 839 505
ian@beyondorganic.com.au
Forwarded from Sunshine Coast Regional Council -
During International Composting Awareness Week, the Council is running FREE composting and worm farming workshops in three locations across the region - Noosa, Nambour and Caloundra.
See the poster here http://www.sustainablemaleny.org/files/Compost_Week_2009_Poster_2.pdf
Details are:
Bookings essential - call Council Customer Service on 5475 8501 - book early to avoid disappointment
3-Day Course
Thurs 7th May - Sat 9th May 2009
Want to learn Radionics and become a practitioner?
The course includes 18 hours tuition and 10 hours post-course practical follow up. Opportunity to earn an income exists.
- Operating a Radionics machine
- Scanning for human and plant/soil diagnosis
- Building a remedy based on readings
- Preparing homeopathic preparations
- Broadcasting remedies to plants and people
Coffee and tea provided.
Limited Spaces Available
Contact Ian Golding for more Information:
0417 839 505
ian@beyondorganic.com.au
Forwarded from Sunshine Coast Regional Council -
During International Composting Awareness Week, the Council is running FREE composting and worm farming workshops in three locations across the region - Noosa, Nambour and Caloundra.
See the poster here http://www.sustainablemaleny.org/files/Compost_Week_2009_Poster_2.pdf
Details are:
Bookings essential - call Council Customer Service on 5475 8501 - book early to avoid disappointment
3-Day Course
Thurs 7th May - Sat 9th May 2009
Want to learn Radionics and become a practitioner?
The course includes 18 hours tuition and 10 hours post-course practical follow up. Opportunity to earn an income exists.
- Operating a Radionics machine
- Scanning for human and plant/soil diagnosis
- Building a remedy based on readings
- Preparing homeopathic preparations
- Broadcasting remedies to plants and people
Coffee and tea provided.
Limited Spaces Available
Contact Ian Golding for more Information:
0417 839 505
ian@beyondorganic.com.au
Forwarded from Sunshine Coast Regional Council -
During International Composting Awareness Week, the Council is running FREE composting and worm farming workshops in three locations across the region - Noosa, Nambour and Caloundra.
See the poster here http://www.sustainablemaleny.org/files/Compost_Week_2009_Poster_2.pdf
Details are:
Bookings essential - call Council Customer Service on 5475 8501 - book early to avoid disappointment
International development specialist, Steve Cran presents a one day workshop on solutions to the many changes facing all people at this time. The old system is faltering; learn how to create what you need from local resources.
Learn how to create:
Community self sufficiency Total home food security Water Green Economy systems Affordable no mortgage housing Appropriate technology Community land and resource development Community co-creation strategies
Saturday 9th May 9am to 3pm
For all event details contact Alexina - 5446 9176
Alexina Johnson is opening her farm to the public for this one day field event. Come along and check out the Johnson's farm where Green Tea and Olives are grown.
Directions to Johnson's farm:
From Mapleton go down the Obi Obi Road towards Kenilworth. Go over Obi Obi Crossing No.4 (the first one you come to). Turn left at Lower Suses Pocket road. Our farm is 2km from that turn off. Lower Suses Pocket Road becomes Kirbys Road and after you have gone over a couple of hills you will see the olive trees on the right hand side. There are a set of yards and a gate on the right and you have arrived.
The next one is on Saturday 9th May, 9am to 12 noon at:
3 Callistemon Court (off Hakea)
Maleny
We are calling this one a garage sale/market so you are welcome to bring some bigger stuff too. Plenty of under cover space.
BRING A FRIEND OR TWO AND TRADE FOR BUNYAS AND $$$$$
PRODUCE IS ALWAYS A HIT ESPECIALLY PUMPKINS FOR A WINTER SOUP
Info: 5494 3113 or 5494 3140
Maleny Local Energy Trading System Administration
Email: letsmaleny@gmail.com
Web: www.community-exchange.org
Sustainable Maleny public forum: Saturday 16th May
9.15am for 9:30am start
Old Witta School, Witta Road, Witta
during the monthly Blackall Range Growers' Market
Details of the Forum agenda to come....
If you have something you'd like announced or discussed at the meeting, please send your info through to info@sustainablemaleny.org
Do you have an idea that just needs a bit of support to get rolling? Already in a Sustainable Maleny project group and need some help? Email us and we'll make sure you get a slot to make your pitch!
Local Food Picnic, Saturday May 16th
from 11.30am, after SM public forumWhat to bring: A plate of local seasonal food to share, your thermos, picnic rug, plate, cup and cutlery.
Cost: Free
All Welcome
It's on again! Last year's Local Food Picnic at Crystal Waters was great fun for all!
At the last Sustainable Maleny public forum, all attendees were in favour of doing a Local Food Picnic.
The idea behind a local food picnic is to source all the ingredients of our picnic from within a 100km radius - the closer the better. The task is made a little easier by the presence of the Blackall Range Growers' Market happening at the same venue, same time. However, variety of food is always good at a shared picnic.
Tuesday 19th May
3.30pm for 4.00pm start
Irish Club, 175 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane
COST $30/$25/$15 (full time students) Light supper and refreshments included
Engineers Australia is hosting a seminar on South East Queensland's Transport System in the Peak Oil and Climate Change Era.
The public transport system in SEQ is far from prepared for the coming challenges presented by Peak Oil and Climate Change - this seminar will educate and motivate!
Find the program and speaker bios here http://www.sustainablemaleny.org/files/090519_Sustainable_Transport.pdf
