Growing local

All educational Events (15)

Learn about weeds and pests.

May 26, 2012 from 2pm to 5:30pm – The Inspiration Garden Come to the garden and learn from Norm about how to manage pests and weeds without harsh chemicals. I am experimenting with a recipe for garlic and chillie spray for the grubs at present if you would… Organized by Nancy Kent | Type: educational, andactive, in, the, garden

What Weeds, pests and Diseases are trying to tell us!

January 12, 2013 from 3pm to 5:30pm – The Inspiration Garden Learn how seasons, varieties, safe sprays and companiion planting help to keep the predators at bay. This is part of the BCC GOLD program for over 50's. Pleases phone 34038470 to register your attend… Organized by Nancy Kent | Type: educational, session

Organic Gardening - Create a Worm Farm

April 20, 2013 from 3pm to 5:30pm – The Inspiration Garden Learn how to turn your organic kitchen waste into nutrient-rich fertiliser for our plants and soil. Organized by Nancy Kent | Type: workshop, -, educational

Weeds Pests and Diseases

July 20, 2013 from 3pm to 5:30pm – The Inspiration Garden Learn what the weeds and pests are trying to tell us about our soil deficiencies, and discover how companion planting can help our soil health. This is part of the BCC GOLD Program for over 50's. Cos… Organized by Nancy Kent | Type: organic, gardening, /, educational

Gardening Workshop- Preparation for Summer

December 7, 2013 from 3pm to 5:30pm – The Inspiration Garden Learn about soil preparation, best use of composts, types of mulch and the best practice with water use with Norm Todkill Organized by Nancy Kent | Type: educational, and, practical

Permaculture Design Course

April 24, 2014 at 9am to July 31, 2014 at 4:30pm – Northey Street City Farm Learn the ethics, principles & practice of sustainable living at Brisbane's urban Permaculture farm. OUr PDC involves significant hands-on experience where you'll gain knowledge and skills in: d… Organized by Education Coordinator - NSCF | Type: educational, course

Introduction to Stingless Bees

January 24, 2015 from 7:30am to 11:30am – van Veen Organics - Permaculture Plant Nursery This is an Introduction presentation on native stingless bees. How to attract them, how to manage hives and lots more. Presentation will be presented by local native bee expert Aaron O'keefe who prov… Organized by van Veen Organics - Josh | Type: educational, presentation
Introduction to Permaculture Presentation

January 24, 2015 from 12pm to 5pm – van Veen Organics -Permaculture Plant Nursery This is an Introduction to Permaculture Presentation being presented by Joshua van Veen. A great first start for anyone wanting to learn about the principles and application of practical permaculture… Organized by van Veen Organics - Josh | Type: educational, presentation

Introduction to Stingless Bees

May 23, 2015 from 7:30am to 11:30am – van Veen Organics - Permaculture Plant Nursery This is an Introduction presentation on native stingless bees. How to attract them, how to manage hives and lots more. Presentation will be presented by local native bee expert Aaron O'keefe who prov… Organized by van Veen Organics - Josh | Type: educational, presentation
Introduction to Permaculture Presentation

May 23, 2015 from 12pm to 5pm – van Veen Organics -Permaculture Plant Nursery This is an Introduction to Permaculture Presentation being presented by Joshua van Veen. A great first start for anyone wanting to learn about the principles and application of practical permaculture… Organized by van Veen Organics - Josh | Type: educational, presentation