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SUMMARY:GWEFO Nature Strip Blitz
DESCRIPTION:We will undertake a nature strip garden blitz in Gwelo St. This workshop will allow for information exchange\, skill & knowledge sharing\, fun and some hard work. We’ll hear from local enthusiasts and Maribyrnong Council on their new policies\, so you can implement a project in your street. The recipients of this blitz are so grateful and we hope to kick-start a blitz series so efforts can be reciprocated! \nPlease bring hats and water bottles. Come for the day or whatever you can. Snacks and drinks will be provided. \nParticipation in the blitz is free but registration is required at https://events.humanitix.com/gwefo-nature-strip-blitz. \nThis event is hosted by Permaculture Out West as part of the National Sustainability Festival.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/gwefo-nature-strip-blitz/
LOCATION:GWEFO\, 16 Gwelo Street\, West Footscray\, VIC\, 3012\, Australia
CATEGORIES:permablitz
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240602T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20240518T140624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T162618Z
UID:2247-1717322400-1717340400@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:POW @ MCC's Living Future Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Maribyrnong City Council’s inaugural Living Future Expo\, a celebration of sustainability in the City of Maribyrnong on Sunday 2 June.\n\n\n\nWe’ll be there to talk all things permaculture\, spruik upcoming events\, and give away some free seeds!\n\n\nOther highlights of the day will include:\n\n\n\n\nTim Forcey discussing his new book My Efficient Electric Home Handbook\nDavid Spratt from Safe Climate Australia with his eye-opening presentation on the Climate Emergency\nThe Good Car Company with a range of electric vehicles to trial ride\nE-bike test rides thanks to Rilu- E-Bikes and Melbourne Powered\nAn electric garbage truck demo thanks to Cleanaway\nFootscray’s own DIY HI FI Solar Sound System\nVery Edible Gardens showing us how to identify edible weeds and make the most of their medicinal properties\nand free smoothies by Bike n Blend for the first 400 visitors.\n\n\n\nBring the whole family down for a fun day filled with entertainment\, food\, kids’ activities!\n\nThe Expo will take place at the Footscray Arts precinct and span from The Line on Yewers Street\, across Moreland Street and into The Footscray Community Arts Centre.\n\nFor more information about the Expo\, visit: https://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/News/Living-Future-Expo\n\n\n\n#LivingFutureExpo24 #Sustainability
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/pow-mccs-living-future-expo/
LOCATION:The Line\, 2 Yewers Stree\, Footscray\, Victoria\, 3011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:festival or expo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20240518T141750Z
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UID:2254-1718445600-1718456400@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:POW Reboot Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you live in the inner west of Melbourne and are interested in permaculture\, urban agriculture\, sustainability\, self-sufficiency etc and if you would like to practice these things with like minded people\, come along to our POW Reboot Workshop. \nIn its heyday\, Permaculture Out West had hundreds of members. We ran regular working bees\, workshops\, skill shares\, food swaps\, community drinks and more. We even had a playgroup and nursery and we ran campaigns. \nLately things have been a bit quieter\, but a few remaining members would love to get things going again – maybe the same things\, maybe new things. It depends who shows up and what you want to do…. \n\nDate: Saturday 15th June\nTime: 10am-1pm (including shared lunch)\nVenue: Yarraville Community Centre\, 59 Francis St\nBring: Your excitement\, imagination and a plate of food to share for lunch\nRSVP: info@pow.org.au (free event – registration required for the room booking)\n\nNote: You do not need to know much about permaculture – we are all learning together – but we do want people prepared to step up and make the magic happen!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/pow-reboot-workshop/
LOCATION:Yarraville Community Centre\, 59 Francis Street\, Yarraville
CATEGORIES:workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250207T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250207T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20250117T185411Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Landscape with David Holmgren - film screening hosted by POW as part of NSF
DESCRIPTION:Kicking off 2025\, join POW for the first film night for the year\, Reading Landscape\, which invites you to walk with David Holmgren (co-originator of permaculture) across Djaara Country\, as he shares his insights and discusses his unique approach to reading landscape\, a wealth of knowledge and wisdom developed over forty years. David’s approach contributes to re-embedding reading landscape into our cultures as a known and fundamental human capacity\, providing an opportunity for humans everywhere to deepen their connection to place.\n\nYou can check out the trailer below.\n\n\n \n\nBring along snacks to share and we’ll have a discussion about the film afterwards. Please register your attendance through Humanitix at https://events.humanitix.com/reading-landscape-film-screening-with-pow.\n\nThe venue is anticipated to be accessible. To confirm this please contact us via info@pow.org.au\n\nThis event is hosted by Permaculture Out West\, event partner of the National Sustainability Festival 2025\n\n\n\n                             
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/reading-landscape-with-david-holmgren-film-screening-hosted-by-pow-as-part-of-nsf/
LOCATION:Seddon Uniting Church\, Gamon & Mackay Streets\, Seddon\, Victoria\, 3011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:festival or expo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250518T110000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Skillshare – Introduction to bread making (sourdough and yeast)
DESCRIPTION:We’ll show you our approach to baking bread at home. Participants are also invited to share their own breadmaking experiences\, tips or recipes during the session. \nThis is a great opportunity for both beginners and experienced bakers to connect and share ideas. \nPlease register your attendance through Humanitix.  \nLocation: Seddon VIC – we’ll email you the address before the event.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-introduction-to-bread-making-sourdough-and-yeast/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:skill share
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250601T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250601T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20250526T030845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T080545Z
UID:2293-1748775600-1748790000@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:June POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:This month the produce swap is at the Olives to Oil Westside 2025 festival.\nJoin us for the produce swap and stick around to enjoy the festival. There’ll be \n\nolive oil pressing demonstrations\, tastings and sales\ngarden tours from Yarraville Community Garden\,\nMount Zero Olives stall and preserving demonstrations\nworkshops on tree care (including olives)\nlive music and food stalls\nlots of free activities for the kids.\n\nThe produce swap is from 11am to 12pm\, but the festival runs from 11am to 3pm \nBring any produce you’d like to swap. We’ll bring thermoses of hot water for tea and coffee – BYO cup. \nImportant – Please register for the Olives to Oil festival at Humanitix\, to let them know you are coming.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/june-pow-produce-swap/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250629T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20250613T083233Z
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UID:2309-1751191200-1751196600@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Skillshare – kefir cultured butter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging morning learning how to make kefir cultured butter – Ganga will discuss how to make this at home. \nLocation: Airport West VIC – we’ll email you the address before the event. \nPlease register your attendance through Humanitix. \n*Important – if you’re unable to attend after registering\, please tell us so we can offer your place to someone on the waitlist.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-kefir-cultured-butter/
LOCATION:Airport West\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:skill share
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250706T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250706T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20250703T031630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T045405Z
UID:2319-1751796000-1751799600@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:July POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:When: Sunday 6 July 2025 \nTime: 10am to 11am \nWhere: McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St Yarraville Vic 3013. Near the community garden. \nBring: any produce you’d like to swap\, but come for a chat even if you don’t have anything. There’ll be thermoses of hot water for tea and coffee – BYO cup.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/july-pow-produce-swap/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250817T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250817T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20250703T051223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T045351Z
UID:2327-1755424800-1755430200@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Skillshare – grapevines
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning focused on Grapevines. \nLouisa will show us how she’s used grape vines to create shade in an entertaining area\, and give tips on supporting the vine and pruning techniques. You’ll also get cuttings to take home. \nLocation: Altona North – address emailed the week before the event \nPlease register your attendance through Humanitix. \n*Important – if you’re unable to attend after registering\, please tell us so we can offer your place to someone on the waitlist.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-grapevines/
LOCATION:Altona North\, Altona North\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:skill share
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250831T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250831T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20250809T044632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T045305Z
UID:2334-1756634400-1756638000@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:August POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:When: Sunday 31 August 2025 \nTime: 10am to 11am \nWhere: McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St Yarraville Vic 3013. Near the community garden. \nBring: any produce you’d like to swap\, but come for a chat even if you don’t have anything. There’ll be thermoses of hot water for tea and coffee – BYO cup.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/august-pow-produce-swap/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20250908T081052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T081052Z
UID:2348-1758459600-1758463200@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday skillshare – site analysis
DESCRIPTION:Sarah from Re-Architecture (and POW member)\, will teach you how to do a site analysis – a key element of the permaculture design process. It’s all about learning to observe and assess a space before planning any changes. \nWhether you’re new to permaculture or looking to sharpen your design skills\, this is a great foundation to build on. \nPlease book through Humanitix so we know you’re coming. \nLocation: Footscray VIC – we’ll email you the address before the event.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-site-analysis/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:skill share
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251005T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251005T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20250908T071631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T071934Z
UID:2339-1759658400-1759662000@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:October POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:The next produce swap is early October. \nHopefully you’ll have some early spring goodies to share. Or\, you might have some winter veg that’s on it’s last legs that someone’s chooks might enjoy. If not\, still come along – everyone’s friendly\, happy to chat and there’s plenty to share. \nBring anything you’d like to swap or give away\, such as: \n\nproduce\ngardening/permaculture books\nhomemade ferments\, pickles.\n\nBYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/october-pow-produce-swap/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251017T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251017T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20250909T012520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T012520Z
UID:2356-1760722200-1760725800@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Skillshare – kefir (milk and water)
DESCRIPTION:*Please note\, this event will be held on Friday night\, not our usual Sunday* \n  \nFind out how to make refreshing and probiotic-rich kefir (milk and water) at home. Perfect if you’re new to fermenting or looking to expand your skills in homemade probiotic foods. \nYou’ll learn how to: \n\ncare for your grains\nbrew delicious kefir\nexplore different flavouring options.\n\nLocation: To be confirmed (Seddon or West Footscray) – address emailed the week before the event. \nPlease register your attendance through Humanitix. \n*Important – if you’re unable to attend after registering\, please tell us so we can offer your place to someone on the waitlist.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/skillshare-kefir-milk-and-water/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:skill share
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251116T134500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251116T154500
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20251109T021010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T021010Z
UID:2372-1763300700-1763307900@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Skillshare – Lavender wand making and garden tour
DESCRIPTION:It’s lavender season. Come and learn how to make lavender wands in time for Christmas – they make great gifts! \nYou’ll also have a chance to tour Katerina and Joel’s garden\, complete with aquaponics system. \nWhere: Seddon – you’ll get the address before the event. \nCost: Please bring $5 to cover the cost of ribbon. \nBring: A plate or drink to share if you like. \nBooking is essential as there’s limited places available. Book your spot through Humanitix. \nIf you can’t attend after booking\, please email us at info@pow.org.au so we can give your spot to someone else.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-lavender-wand-making-and-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Private home\, Seddon\, Victoria\, 3011\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20251201T064802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T070412Z
UID:2380-1765105200-1765112400@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:End of year lunch and produce swap
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Permaculture Out West’s last event for the year! \nCome and connect with others in our local permaculture community. Share food\, swap produce\, and celebrate the year together. \nWhen and where\n\nDate: Sunday 7 December 2025\nTime: 11:00am to 1:00pm\nLocation: West Footscray (private home) – Register through Humanitix to get the address (we’ll email you before the event).\n\nWhat’s happening\n\nPot luck lunch – Bring a plate to share.\nProduce swap – Bring anything you’d like to exchange: seeds\, seedlings\, home-grown produce\, preserves or handmade items.\nGarden walk – Enjoy a guided wander through Jenny’s permaculture garden. Share ideas and get inspired.\n\nWho should come\nEveryone! New and old members\, regulars and families are all welcome. \nWe look forward to celebrating the year with you!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/end-of-year-lunch-and-produce-swap/
LOCATION:Private home\, West Footscray\, 3012\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260208T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260127T225904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T005848Z
UID:2389-1770559200-1770570000@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Skillshare – Essential oil workshop with Kensington Oil Distillery
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to know how to transform plant materials into essential oils? Join us for our first workshop of the year and learn the art of small-batch essential oil distillation. \nKensington Oil Distillery\, a local company\, will teach us the full distillation process. You’ll walk away knowing how to turn plant materials into hydrosol (floral water) and essential oil. \nWhat you’ll learn\nAt this hands-on workshop you’ll learn how to: \n\nprepare plant material\nuse a still\ncomplete a distillation\nseparate oil from water.\n\nThey’ll also cover essential care and cleaning practices to keep a still in top condition. \nYou’ll take home\n\nA sample of the product you made.\nA list of plants that are easy to use for making oils.\nSkincare recipes you can try at home.\n\nThis class is great for beginners or anyone who loves essential oils. It is a rare chance to learn how to make these oils and how to use them. \nBook your ticket at Humanitix. Places are limited\, so get in quick! \n\nCost: POW financial members: $10\, Non-members: $20\nWhere: Seddon – we’ll email you the address\n\nNOTE: We’ll email you the payment details after you book your ticket. If cost is a barrier\, please get in touch by emailing us at info@pow.org.au.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-essential-oil-workshop-with-kensington-oil-distillery/
LOCATION:Private home\, West Footscray\, 3012
CATEGORIES:skill share
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260215T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260128T004211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T004211Z
UID:2405-1771149600-1771153200@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:February POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:Produce swaps are returning to a regular schedule – third Sunday of every month. So you don’t miss one\, add them to your calendar now for the whole year. \nThe first swap of the year is just around the corner. We’d love to see you there to share food and catch up with the community. \nBring: \n\nProduce\, gardening/permaculture books\, homemade ferments\, pickles – anything you’d like to swap or give away.\nBYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/february-pow-produce-swap/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260315T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260228T093417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T093417Z
UID:2420-1773568800-1773572400@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:March POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:Produce swaps are the third Sunday of every month. We’d love to see you there to share food and catch up with the community. \nBring: \n\nProduce\, gardening/permaculture books\, homemade ferments\, pickles – anything you’d like to swap or give away.\nBYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/march-pow-produce-swap/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260322T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260322T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260228T090042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T090335Z
UID:2413-1774175400-1774179000@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Skillshare – pickles
DESCRIPTION:Image: Designed by Freepik \n  \nJenny will share how to make simple ‘quick’ pickles at home. You’ll have the opportunity to taste and learn\, and take home ideas to try yourself. \nLocation: West Footscray – we’ll email you the address the week before the event. \nBookings: register at Humanitix. \n*Important – if you’re unable to attend after registering\, please tell us so we can offer your place to someone on the waitlist. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-pickles/
LOCATION:Private home\, West Footscray\, 3012
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260412T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260331T000153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T221501Z
UID:2441-1776002400-1776013200@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday skillshare – Essential oil workshop with Kensington Oil Distillery (part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Kensington Oil Distillery is back to show us how to make homemade products with essential oils. \nAt this hands-on workshop\, you will: \n\nlearn how to distill plant materials into hydrosol (floral water) and essential oil\ntake home your own skin care product\, scented with the distilling of the day\nget skin care recipes to inspire your own creations\ntips on where to get your own supplies.\n\nThis class is great for beginners or anyone who loves essential oils. It is a rare chance to learn how to make these oils and how to use them. \nMissed the last workshop? Book your spot now. Came to the last one? There is something new to learn this time too. \nBook your ticket at Humanitix. Places are limited\, so get in quick! \n\nLocation: Seddon – we’ll email you the address before the event.\nCost: POW financial members: $15\, Non-members: $25\n\nYou can become a member of POW by joining Permaculture Victoria and selecting us as your local group. Find more information about membership at the POW website. \nNOTE: We’ll email you the payment details after you book your ticket. If cost is a barrier\, please get in touch by emailing us at info@pow.org.au. \nImage: Designed by Freepik
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-essential-oil-workshop-with-kensington-oil-distillery-part-2/
LOCATION:Private home\, Seddon\, Victoria\, 3011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:skill share
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260419T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260419T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260228T093924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T093924Z
UID:2424-1776592800-1776596400@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:April POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:Produce swaps are the third Sunday of every month. We’d love to see you there to share food and catch up with the community. \nBring: \n\nProduce\, gardening/permaculture books\, homemade ferments\, pickles – anything you’d like to swap or give away.\nBYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/april-pow-produce-swap/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260331T003124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T221434Z
UID:2450-1778407200-1778425200@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Permabee at Jenny’s place
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a working bee at Jenny’s garden in West Footscray. Get your hands dirty\, meet new people\, and learn about permaculture! \nJenny has an amazing permaculture garden\, but it needs a revamp. On the day we will: \n\nfix and replant some of the garden beds\nlearn how to make a bog garden and graft citrus with Scott Hitchens – founding member of Werribee Heritage Orchard and POW\nenjoy a simple lunch provided by Jenny.\n\nTo manage the day well and keep everyone safe\, please book into the shifts you want to attend at Humanitix. This includes booking for lunch. \nWhere: West Footscray – we will send you the address after you register. \nShifts: \n\n10 am to 12 pm: working shift and bog garden demonstration.\n12 pm to 1 pm: lunch.\n1 pm to 3 pm: working shift and citrus grafting demonstration.\n\nNOTE: Please arrive 15 minutes before your shift and stay for the full 2 hours. \nWhat to bring: \n\ngardening gloves\, trowels\, and forks\nsturdy\, closed-toe shoes\nsun protection and a water bottle\nrain gear – just in case.\n\nSee you there! \nImage: Designed by Freepik
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/permabee-at-jennys-place/
LOCATION:Private home\, West Footscray\, 3012\, Australia
CATEGORIES:permabee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Permaculture Out West":MAILTO:info@pow.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260228T094043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T094043Z
UID:2426-1779012000-1779015600@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:May POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:Produce swaps are the third Sunday of every month. We’d love to see you there to share food and catch up with the community. \nBring: \n\nProduce\, gardening/permaculture books\, homemade ferments\, pickles – anything you’d like to swap or give away.\nBYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/may-pow-produce-swap/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260524T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260524T153000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260501T043805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T043805Z
UID:2464-1779631200-1779636600@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday skillshare – olive preserving
DESCRIPTION:It’s olive season! Our May skillshare is how to preserve olives 3 different ways: \n\nbrine\nwater and brine\ndry salt method.\n\nLearn about the methods and have a go at doing each one yourself. You’ll take home 3 batches of olives to finish the process and enjoy later. \nThis event is free. We’ll provide the olives but you must bring: \n\ntwo 2 litre plastic buckets\nclean cloth bag or old pillow slip\none kilo of salt – not iodised salt.\n\nBooking instructions: to let us know you’re coming to the event please register at Humanitix. \nEvent location: Seddon – we’ll email you the address the week before the event.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-olive-preserving/
LOCATION:Private home\, Seddon\, Victoria\, 3011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:skill share
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260621T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260228T094118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T094118Z
UID:2428-1782036000-1782039600@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:June POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:Produce swaps are the third Sunday of every month. We’d love to see you there to share food and catch up with the community. \nBring: \n\nProduce\, gardening/permaculture books\, homemade ferments\, pickles – anything you’d like to swap or give away.\nBYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/june-pow-produce-swap-2/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260705T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260705T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260501T045309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T085100Z
UID:2469-1783245600-1783252800@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday skillshare –  fruit tree grafting
DESCRIPTION:Image: Grafting of cherry tree by Karelj Wikimedia Commons. \n  \nJoin us for a hands-on skill share with Scott from Werribee Park Heritage Orchard. Scott will show us the basics of fruit tree grafting. \nYou’ll learn how to create a brand-new tree and how to add new types of fruit to the trees you already have. This is a great way to grow more variety in a small space! \nThis is a great opportunity to: \n\nbuild your practical skills\nask questions\nconnect with others interested in growing\, exchanging grafting material and permaculture.\n\nAll experience levels welcome. There may even be some tree giveaways on the day! \nBooking instructions: to let us know you’re coming to the event please register at Humanitix. \nEvent location: Seddon – we’ll email you the address the week before the event.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/sunday-skillshare-fruit-tree-grafting/
LOCATION:Private home\, Seddon\, Victoria\, 3011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:skill share
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260719T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260719T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260228T094211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T094211Z
UID:2430-1784455200-1784458800@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:July POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:Produce swaps are the third Sunday of every month. We’d love to see you there to share food and catch up with the community. \nBring: \n\nProduce\, gardening/permaculture books\, homemade ferments\, pickles – anything you’d like to swap or give away.\nBYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/july-pow-produce-swap-2/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260807T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260501T045908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T045908Z
UID:2473-1786123800-1786129200@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:Friday skillshare – country wine
DESCRIPTION:Image: Designed by Freepik \n  \nJoin us for a relaxed and hands-on night of learning the art of country wine making with Scott. \nFind out how to turn fruit\, flowers and foraged ingredients into yummy homemade wine. Scott will guide you through the basics of: \n\nfermentation\nequipment\ntechniques.\n\nThere’ll be plenty of time for questions\, discussion and a tasting or 2! \nThis session is perfect for everyone. Come for the friendly community vibe and practical tips. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an expert\, you’ll leave with new skills and fresh ideas. \nBooking instructions: to let us know you’re coming to the event please register at Humanitix. \nEvent location: Seddon – we’ll email you the address the week before the event.
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/friday-skillshare-country-wine/
LOCATION:Private home\, Seddon\, Victoria\, 3011\, Australia
CATEGORIES:skill share
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260816T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260816T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260228T094241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T094241Z
UID:2432-1786874400-1786878000@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:August POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:Produce swaps are the third Sunday of every month. We’d love to see you there to share food and catch up with the community. \nBring: \n\nProduce\, gardening/permaculture books\, homemade ferments\, pickles – anything you’d like to swap or give away.\nBYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/august-pow-produce-swap-2/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260920T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T012439
CREATED:20260228T100906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T100906Z
UID:2434-1789898400-1789902000@pow.org.au
SUMMARY:September POW produce swap
DESCRIPTION:Produce swaps are the third Sunday of every month. We’d love to see you there to share food and catch up with the community. \nBring: \n\nProduce\, gardening/permaculture books\, homemade ferments\, pickles – anything you’d like to swap or give away.\nBYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!
URL:https://pow.org.au/index.php/event/september-pow-produce-swap/
LOCATION:McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve\, Court St\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
CATEGORIES:produce swap
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