Cairns Eco-fiesta 2025 with the Permies

Cairns Eco-fiesta 2025 with the Permies

Grow Your Own Food — Anywhere!   Join Permaculture Cairns at Eco Fiesta 2025   Sunday 22nd June 2025 Discover just how productive a tiny space can be! At this year’s Eco Fiesta, Permaculture Cairns will transform a 3m² plot into a thriving, edible oasis — all...
Different ways to worm farm

Different ways to worm farm

Worm farming is a fantastic way to turn kitchen scraps into rich, living compost—perfect for your garden and great for the planet. While traditional worm farms involve tiered trays or large tubs with drainage taps, there are many low-fuss, low-cost alternatives that...
Pumpkins & Compost Meeting

Pumpkins & Compost Meeting

This meeting will be a case study in Time Poor, Low Maintenance Gardening.   Come and see the progress made to Craig’s garden over the first half of the year. We will be dissecting Four different compost heaps as well as looking at other forms of composting to...
Tropical Veggies, A Grower’s Guide

Tropical Veggies, A Grower’s Guide

If you garden in the hot, wet, and humid tropics, you know the challenges—heavy rain, high humidity, and unpredictable seasons. This guide lists edible plants and herbs that grow well from seed or cuttings in tropical conditions, including what thrives year-round and...
Making Potting Mixes That Work in the Tropics

Making Potting Mixes That Work in the Tropics

Starting seeds and cuttings in the tropics requires more than just good weather—it’s all about creating the right growing environment. In this guide, Carol Laing shares practical tips for crafting effective potting and seed-raising mixes using organic materials suited...