by Robyn Francis | Articles, News
An unsung hero leaves a giant legacy – tributes to Rob Swain Rob Swain passed away 13/8/2017 in Ravenshoe, Far North Queensland after being diagnosed with late stage melanoma five months ago. He was only 61 years of age. We have lost a very special man, friend,...
by Robyn Francis | Articles, Our Permaculture Systems
I love Bamboo; growing, eating, crafting, building, and listening to the sounds of creaking culms and rustling leaves in the wind. It provides me with microclimates, windbreaks, privacy screens, animal fodder, wildlife habitat, an endless supply of mulch, delicious...
by Robyn Francis | Articles
Ever gone to the effort of harvesting and making beautiful things with bamboo just to see it crumble away with a borer insect infestation? Many great building and crafting bamboo varieties are exceptionally vulnerable to being eaten out by the Powder Post Beetle...
by Robyn Francis | Courses, Short Courses
Learn practical life skills for self-reliance and earthfriendly living through our community education program of short courses and workshops. Short Courses for self-reliance and sustainable living Download your Short Course Enrolment Form and REGISTER NOW Enrol for...
