Permaculture South Australia: practical skills for regenerative living across SA
Want to live more sustainably at home, in your garden and across your wider community? Permaculture South Australia can help you develop the skills and connections to make it happen. Our volunteer-run community group offers practical permaculture design tools, hands-on learning, local solutions and access to a thriving network creating a regenerative future for SA. Let’s do this!
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40+
years of permaculture in SA
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1,500+
members since 1984
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500+
events and workshops
Connecting people and places through permaculture
Become part of a community sparking positive change across South Australia and beyond
Permaculture is more than just gardening — it’s a practical framework for sustainable ways of living, inspired by nature.
This design system can be applied to literally anything, from growing vegetables and building sustainable houses to education, health, businesses and even travel and hobbies.
Here in South Australia, our local permaculture movement has been going strong since 1984.
With members from the Eyre Peninsula to Mount Gambier, our state has so many practical examples of how permaculture can be applied locally to create more resilient ways of living. Keen to know more?
People care.
Fair share.
Earth care.
People care. Fair share. Earth care.
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MISSION
We support South Australians to create regenerative futures through connection, community and the practical application of permaculture design principles.
Together, we’re building sustainable communities and ecosystems that support long-term environmental health and resilience for future generations.
Join the local permaculture movement
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Become a member
Join our growing community of local good folk actively creating a more sustainable future for South Australia. Enjoy exclusive discounts, member-only events and hands-on learning — all while making a real impact.
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Browse the shop
Explore our hand-picked collection of practical Australian permaculture books to inspire your sustainable living journey. Every purchase supports more workshops, events and community projects across South Australia.
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Attend an event
Leave the screens behind and connect in real life during a variety of permaculture events across Adelaide and South Australia, from workshops and permablitzes to garden tours and cultural walks.
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“I’ve had the pleasure of being involved with and exposed to Permaculture SA for more than two decades. They’re extraordinarily effective in building community and ecosystem health. I love everything they do and am so grateful for their work in crafting a good life for all.”
— Hannah Moloney, TV presenter & Good Life Permaculture director
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“When I moved back to SA after 10 years of living away, joining Permaculture South Australia felt like finding my people. Connecting with fellow urban permaculture enthusiasts has been invaluable, especially as a solo homeowner transforming a small city garden. The member discounts on books and events have been a welcome bonus, but the real value for me is in the practical ideas and supportive community. I love being a part of this vibrant and welcoming group.”
— Koren Helbig, Ethical Marketing Strategist & Urban Permaculturist, Tarntanya / Adelaide
Help build resilience in a changing climate
Given the troubled state of our planet, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, anxious and powerless to stop the current trajectory. The truth is, you don’t have to navigate all this alone.
Permaculture South Australia is a friendly community of local people supporting each other to create real, sustainable change. As a member, you’ll gain connection with a network of like-minded people across SA who are getting active about creating strong and resilient communities through learning, sharing and practising permaculture.
Membership starts at just $20/year and includes special event invites and discounts — are you in?
Permaculture South Australia is a small, volunteer-powered not-for-profit, driven by passionate local people who care deeply about community and sustainability.
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We know from our own practical experience that permaculture offers a transformative pathway to improving your own life while also building community and living in harmony with the Earth. These practical design tools work no matter what context you live in or how much time you have to spare.
That’s why our volunteer committee works hard to bring permaculture principles to life across the state, running workshops, events and projects that help both beginners and experienced permaculturists connect, learn and upskill. We deliver much more than our small budget would suggest is possible!
Our dream is a South Australia where everyone contributes to regenerative ways of living, within systems that are sustainable not only for the present but for future generations too.
Connect with the permaculture SA community
Connect with the permaculture SA community
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Explore opportunities to learn, share and collaborate with South Australians passionate about permaculture and creating sustainable change in our communities.