Introduction to Permaculture courses 

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31 October to 1 November at Green Connect near Wollongong

Details, costs and bookings for the course at Green Connect can be found at their site here

 

7/8 November 2020 @ Brogo

21/22 November 2020 @ Brogo

20/21 February 2021 @ Brogo

6/7 March 2021 @ Nowra

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Develop an understanding of permaculture by joining John Champagne at Brogo Permaculture Gardens in the Bega Valley or for the March course to be held at Nowra 

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This  Permaculture Introduction Course will 

  • explain and explore the history and the theories behind permaculture utilising  David Holmgrens' Permaculture Principles 

  • explain and explore how to create abundance, resilience and practical sustainability in your life no matter what your situation. 

  • be useful to inform your choices no matter what your situation; rural property, city dweller, or anywhere in between.

  • develop  knowledge and skills, increase your confidence and inspire you  to use  permaculture in your garden, your home, your life.

  • demonstrate the principles, systems and techniques of  permaculture 

  • focus on practical implementation of permaculture with teachers who are living permaculture every day, not just teaching it

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Your teacher

John Champagne has been one of Australia's leading permaculture teachers for over 15 years. He has more than 25  years experience of  permaculture and active involvement in the permaculture movement in Australia and Asia.  John is a  recognised permaculture elder, and a  leading permaculture designer, consultant and educator. He has worked on projects from school food gardens, eco-villages, community supported agriculture and bioregional change and adaption and is recognised in the permaculture movement for his skills and knowledge.

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Course Fee

Our courses continue to be some of the best value permaculture courses in NSW.

The course fee is $300 pp. This  includes  morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea on Saturday,  morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea on Sunday. All food is organic, or local/homegrown and is waste free.  For those staying over a simple breakfast is provided and a BBQ will operate on Saturday night for your use. Salads will be provided but bring your own mains, dessert to share and preferred drink. 

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The Venue

The venue is Brogo Permaculture Gardens in the Bega Valley. 

It is easily reached via the Princess Highway from Melbourne, Sydney, Wollongong and Canberra.

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Accommodation

Free accommodation in byo tents is available onsite at the Brogo course. There is also some limited bedroom accommodation at a low price for those who need it. 

No accommodation is available at Nowra though there are many options for accommodation online.

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Booking 

Dates and booking options will be open very soon- stay tuned. 

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Brogo Permaculture Gardens Refunds Policy

We appreciate that there can be legitimate reasons for plans changing and you may not be able to attend the course.

If you notify us :

  • at least 30 days prior to the commencement of the course, your options are: a refund of your course fee, less an administration fee of $100 or a credit of the  amount paid  towards any future course organised by Brogo Permaculture Gardens

  • 14-30 days prior to the course commencing your options are: a 50% refund of the course costs (note that if  you have paid less than 50% of the total course costs there will be no refund)​

  • Refunds + credits are not available within 14 days of a course commencing.

  • If we have to cancel for any reason a full refund will be paid.

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Please note

  • The course is Saturday and Sunday.

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