Events
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Sunday Skillshare – grapevines
Altona North Altona North, Victoria, AustraliaJoin us for a morning focused on Grapevines. Louisa 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. Location: Altona North – address emailed the week before the event Please register your attendance […]
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August POW produce swap
McNish 'dinosaur park' Reserve Court St, Yarraville, Victoria, AustraliaWhen: Sunday 31 August 2025 Time: 10am to 11am Where: McNish ‘dinosaur park’ Reserve, Court St Yarraville Vic 3013. Near the community garden. Bring: 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.
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Sunday skillshare – site analysis
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. Whether you're new to permaculture or looking to sharpen your design skills, this is a great foundation […]
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October POW produce swap
McNish 'dinosaur park' Reserve Court St, Yarraville, Victoria, AustraliaThe next produce swap is early October. Hopefully 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. Bring anything you’d like to swap […]
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Skillshare – kefir (milk and water)
*Please note, this event will be held on Friday night, not our usual Sunday* Find 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. You’ll learn how to: care for your grains brew delicious kefir […]
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Sunday Skillshare – Lavender wand making and garden tour
Private home Seddon, Victoria, AustraliaIt’s lavender season. Come and learn how to make lavender wands in time for Christmas – they make great gifts! You’ll also have a chance to tour Katerina and Joel’s garden, complete with aquaponics system. Where: Seddon – you'll get the address before the event. Cost: Please bring $5 to cover the cost of ribbon. […]
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End of year lunch and produce swap
Private home West Footscray, AustraliaJoin us for Permaculture Out West's last event for the year! Come and connect with others in our local permaculture community. Share food, swap produce, and celebrate the year together. When and where Date: Sunday 7 December 2025 Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm Location: West Footscray (private home) – Register through Humanitix to get the address (we'll email you […]
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Sunday Skillshare – Essential oil workshop with Kensington Oil Distillery
Private home West FootscrayDo 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. Kensington Oil Distillery, a local company, will teach us the full distillation process. You’ll walk away knowing how to turn plant materials into hydrosol […]
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February POW produce swap
McNish 'dinosaur park' Reserve Court St, Yarraville, Victoria, AustraliaProduce 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. The 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. […]
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March POW produce swap
McNish 'dinosaur park' Reserve Court St, Yarraville, Victoria, AustraliaProduce swaps are the third Sunday of every month. We'd love to see you there to share food and catch up with the community. Bring: Produce, gardening/permaculture books, homemade ferments, pickles – anything you’d like to swap or give away. BYO a cup. Someone’s usually brought a Thermos and tea…and homemade snacks!