Getting here
Please pre-arrange all visits. A bus timetable is provided for those taking public transport. We can pick up from the bus station at Leongatha, 12 kms from our place, but we need to know your schedule at least 2 days in advance.
If you are driving please refer to the map below. We are roughly half way between Leongatha and Inverloch, on the main road, the Bass Highway. Its 12 km on the left from Leongatha, or 16kms on the right from Inverloch. It's much easier to see us if you're coming from Leongatha. We have a yellow Southern Cross Permaculture Institute sign in the driveway.
Public Transport
Click here for a bus timetable from Melbourne. For other public transport information go to www.victrip.com.au
Upcoming courses
PDC March 2012
from Friday 9 March 2012 to Saturday 24 March 2012, 8.45am - 5.30pm daily with middle weekend off
We run two PDC courses on site each year, and have been teaching permaculture for 19 years. This two week residential program is known for its blend of practical sessions, site trips, theory and active learning exercises. Come and live permaculture while you learn it. We offer real design exercises, small group and individual attention, and a range of teaching styles to cater for different learning needs. Our community atmosphere during the course will ensure you have fun while you learn and make lifelong frienships while you are here. Feel free to contact us before you register if you'd like to talk more about the course.
First ten people to register will qualify for our early bird book offer... a free permaculture book with 3 to choose from.
After you have completed the registration online, you will need to send a deposit of $150 via cheque or internet banking to confirm and to hold your place. The deposit is non refundable but is transferable for 12 months if you need to defer.
BSB 704-191 acc 86586 N&R Coleman SCPI
with PDC MARCH YOUR NAME in the reference
Email us to let us know you have made a deposit and we'll send you a registration pack!
We look forward to meeting you.
PDC December 2012
from Friday 30 November 2012 to Saturday 15 December 2012, 8.45am - 5.30 pm daily with middle weekend off
We run two PDC courses on site each year, and have been teaching permaculture for 20 years. This two week residential program is known for its blend of practical sessions, site trips, theory and active learning exercises. Come and live permaculture while you learn it. We offer real design exercises, small group and individual attention, and a range of teaching styles to cater for different learning needs. Our community atmosphere during the course will ensure you have fun while you learn and make lifelong friendships while you are here. Feel free to contact us before you register if you'd like to talk more about the course.
First ten people to register will qualify for our early bird book offer... a free permaculture book with 3 to choose from.
After you have completed the registration online, you will need to send a deposit of $150 via cheque or internet banking to confirm and to hold your place. The deposit is non refundable but is transferable for 12 months if you need to defer.
BSB 704-191 acc 86586 N&R Coleman SCPI
with PDC DEC YOUR NAME in the reference
Email us to let us know you have made a deposit and we'll send you a registration pack!
We look forward to meeting you.
Upcoming tours
RMIT staff and student tour
from Sunday 4 March 2012 to Sunday 4 March 2012, 1.30pm - 4pm
This tour is open for RMIT students from the Masters of Wellness Permaculture Elective program, and staff members of RMIT. This 2 hour tour of our permaculture property demonstrates the principles of permaculture in practice. Come and see how we have transformed a degraded swamp into a productive paradise.
Please register for the tour, which is free for RMIT staff and students, and costs $25 for partners or friends. Children are free but must be able to keep up and not disturb other participants please.
Baby sitting is now available with Matilda's Babysitting Service!! Only $5 per child for 2.5 hours, with a maximum of $10 per family. Please book via email once you receive the registration email from us.
You should hear from us by email within a week of registering.
SCPI Tour of property March 10th 2012
from Saturday 10 March 2012 to Saturday 10 March 2012, 2pm - 4.30pm
This 2 hour tour of our permaculture property demonstrates the principles of permaculture in practice. Come and see how we have transformed a degraded swamp into a productive paradise. The price of $25 includes afternoon tea and can be paid on the day. You will need to wear good shoes and a hat. Children on the tour are free, but must be able to keep up and not disturb other participants please.
Baby sitting is now available with Matilda's Babysitting Service!! Only $5 per child for 2.5 hours, with a maximum of $10 per family. Please book via email once you receive the registration email from us.
You should hear from us by email within a week of registering.