Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living

Check out Botanical Bazaar here: https://bit.ly/3RsvdflGold coast Premier Gardening and Sustainable living festival August 2nd and 3rd.

In this weeks chat, Alysse sits down with Holly, the passionate permaculture gardener behind Sustainable Holly, to dive into her sustainable gardening journey. 🌱 From her childhood in New Zealand to her gardening adventures in the hot, dry climate of Perth, Holly shares how she’s adapted and thrived in the garden.In this episode, you’ll hear all about:🌼 Different garden challenges including climates and sizes – How Holly tackled the climate shift and the challenges of gardening in a hot, arid environment.🌿 The Magic of Biodiversity – Why having a variety of plants is key to a thriving, resilient garden (and how it looks way cooler too!).🍅 Seed Saving & Plant Identification – Holly’s unique approach to saving seeds and identifying plants, plus why letting nature run its course is often the best strategy!💚 Growing Food & Facing Fears – The joy of growing your own food, the fears beginners often face, and how to embrace mistakes as part of the learning process.🌸 Exploring Unusual Plants – Get inspired to experiment with lesser-known plants and how starting small can lead to big rewards in your garden.If you’re looking for a bit of gardening inspiration and want to learn more about how to create a garden that works with nature, this episode is for you!Tune in to hear how Holly’s hands-on experiences and creative approach to sustainable gardening can inspire you to dig in, experiment, and grow with confidence! 🌻🔗 Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! Let’s keep spreading the gardening love! 🌿Connect with Holly:https://www.youtube.com/c/SustainableHollyhttps://sustainableholly.com/https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_holly/We live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations.

In this episode of the Practical Permaculture podcast, Alysse interviews Cristie Yager , a newly elected local council member. Cristie shares her journey from a homesteading lifestyle to engaging in local politics, emphasising the importance of community, knowledge sharing, and grassroots campaigning.

The conversation explores the challenges of modern governance, the need for transparency, and the significance of food security and local agriculture. Cristie encourages others to get involved in politics and community engagement, highlighting that anyone can make a difference.

To connect with Cristie find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556403213114

Takeaways

• Cristie emphasises the importance of community and connection.
• The loss of knowledge transfer between generations is a significant issue.
• Politics is a necessary avenue for change in modern society.
• Grassroots campaigning can be effective and authentic.
• Community spirit should not only emerge during disasters.
• Food security is a pressing concern that needs attention.
• Local governance requires transparency and accountability.
• Engagement in local politics can inspire others to participate.
• Building relationships within the community is essential for progress.
• Having thick skin is crucial for anyone entering politics.

keywords

Local council, community engagement, politics, grassroots campaigning, food security, permaculture, self-sufficiency, education, transparency, people care

Water harvesting is soooo simple anyone can do it and it's not just for those with land. Join Jo this week as she shares a few very simple ways of harvesting water for the garden or for other uses.

In this fun and enlightening episode, join Alysse and Jo as they chat with Anthea Power from Maplewood Permaculture about the inspiring World Localisation Day! Celebrated for the first time on June 21st, 2023, this day shines a light on the importance of building robust local systems that can withstand global disruptions like those highlighted by recent pandemics. Anthea shares her passion for rekindling community connections and fortifying local economies, crucial steps towards enhancing both ecological and social well-being.

Anthea shares what localisation can look like: think shorter distances for your food to travel from farm to plate, supporting local artisans, and fostering a human-scale economy. It's all about empowering communities, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing our quality of life. Plus, hear about practical ways you and your neighbours can actively promote localisation—from attending produce swaps to supporting local businesses and even starting a garden, no matter the size!

Whether you’re looking to host a local food feast, join a working bee, or just learn more about sustainable living, this episode is your gateway to making a meaningful impact. Don’t forget to register for World Localisation Day events and start making a difference in your community today!

Links

https://worldlocalizationday.org/

https://www.maplewoodpermaculture.com/

Insta

@maplewoodpermaculture

@anthea_at_maplewood

Facebook

/maplewoodpermaculturefarm/

Join us this week to start thinking about plastic free July. Alysse gives 10 of her tips and simple swaps for you to consider implementing this July (and into the future!)

We would love to hear any of your swaps or tips for plastic free July too. Shoot us a comment or join our Facebook page the Practical Permaculture community to chat more.

Online Bulk food:

https://wildandwastefree.net/collections