Practical Permaculture | Gardening and Intentional Living

The fourth principle of permaculture, "Apply Self-Regulation and Accept Feedback," emphasises the importance of creating systems that are self-sustaining and adaptable. This principle extends beyond managing gardens and ecosystems to include personal habits and our how we design our lifestyles. Key Points: Self-Regulation: Design systems that maintain balance and productivity with minima...

In this episode  we're thrilled to chat to Mel from Honey Bee Farmstead. Mel, along with her husband and kids, have created an enriching and sustainable lifestyle on their 120-acre property in the Western Australian Wheatbelt. Drawing from their farming backgrounds, they are incorporating permaculture principles to care for their family, community, land and animals with the aim to be mostly of...

This season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 3- Obtain a Yield

This week we chat to Ash and Nige from the Village Reconnected. Village Reconnected is a Permaculture inspired online curriculum and community for primary aged outdoor learners and their families. Where project based learning and likeminded community meets an innate curiosity for the natural world. It was such an inspiring chat, we talk about their journey to where they are and also chat about the...

Hi it's Jo, In this episode, I discusses the principle of Catch and Store Energy. By capturing energy when it’s abundant—like sunlight, water, and wind—and storing it for later use, we reduce dependence on non-renewable sources and ensure a steady supply of resources. Practical examples include solar panels, rainwater harvesting, composting, greenhouses, biogas digesters, thermal mass, and DIY...

This week we chat to Elle from Australian Medicinal Herbs (AMH). Elle has an amazing story, starting her carer as a busy cop in Sydney, experiencing PTSD and then following little clues to find gardening and permaculture.  She launched Australian Medicinal Herbs after finding most herbal medicinal teas where produced overseas, which is crazy since she lives in prime growing region of Australia. He...

This season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 1 - Observe and Interact.

We are back after our two week break and launching into season 3! We have some super interesting guests this season. Looking forward to sharing all their stories with you all. We start off the season in this episode chatting about "Winter". What does winter look like where we live, what our winter plans are, winter projects at our places and what you can think about during this season of...

While we are on our two week break we thought we would share a BONUS Ep from fellow podcasters 'How I Grow' is produced by The Seed Collection Pty Ltd. They chat to Alysse about her new farm set up and her journey to finding a plot of land. Have you ever dreamed of transforming a simple plot of land into a thriving, self-sufficient homestead? Our latest conversation with Alysse from One Fi...

What an epic job title… Drinks writer, author, cocktail gardener, founder editor or gormantic gardener! Does anyone else want Corinne’s job? Join us for our Season finale! We get celebratory and talk to Corinne about cocktails, shrubs & sodas! Listen to Corinne's story, a self confessed “black thumb” that killed everything in her urban courtyard (including mint!) who saved a chilli plant a...

As part of a homestead, lots of people want to be as self sufficient as possible with their food. But how do we do this? Great planning needs to be taken with how to not only preserve food but also to store it long term. For food preserving listen to episode 11 (link below) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBc_ZzCovYU&t=920s We hope you get some ideas for your kitchen, and if you have any more...

In this fun and enlightening episode, join Alysse and Jo as they chat with Anthea Power from Maplewood Permaculture about the inspiring World Localisation Day! Celebrated for the first time on June 21st, 2023, this day shines a light on the importance of building robust local systems that can withstand global disruptions like those highlighted by recent pandemics. Anthea shares her passion for rek...

Sourdough's global journey has seen it become a beloved addition to diets and café menus worldwide, renowned for its delicious flavour and health benefits. We explore what makes sourdough unique—its natural leavening process using a fermented mixture of flour and water known as a 'starter'. This natural fermentation process, free from commercial yeast and additives, is what sets sourdo...

Come nerd out with us as we chat compost and soil with Ernie Harbott, self confessed environmental nerd. She has a PhD in biogeochemistry, is a teacher, life long learner and absolute compost freak. A self taught soil ecologist & master composter, she is studying at soil food web school under Dr. Elaine Ingham to refine her microscopy skills for soil/compost. Passionate regen educator and advo...

As part of a homestead, lots of people want to be as self sufficient as possible with their food. But how do we do this? This episode explores how to plan for MAX food production and high yields. For food preserving listen to episode 11 (link below) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBc_ZzCovYU&t=920s We hope you get some ideas for your patch, and if you have any more ideas please add them in th...

This week we chat about our personal vision statements and our WHY's. This is so important because we (and who we live with) are the core of our homestead or property - This is our Zone 00 and Zone 0. We chat further about what "zones" are and why they are so important. What is your vision and do you come back to it when planning? Have you considered your zones within your land and b...

Love the idea of homesteading but think you need land? This mini episode Jo shares what homesteading might look like for different situations and locations. Links mentioned in the episode: Australians Homesteaders COMMUNITY https://www.facebook.com/groups/3396689447236043. This is created and managed by Amanda Perris from Rockpile Off-Grid Homestead https://www.facebook.com/rockpilehomestead. Its...

As always we give you an update on our gardens, up Alysse's way the rain has finally stoped and she is back in the garden. Meanwhile at Jo’s, the animals are the topic of conversation.  This week we have our first RETURN guest, the very knowledgeable Will from Maplewood Permaculture.   We chat about Site sector analysis. When to do it in the planning process, why it is necessary, what insight...

Have you ever wondered about herbalism? Have a listen to our little mini episode on herbalism, what it is all about, how to get started, types of herbal medicine (teas, tinctures, slaves, balms and beyond!). Plus look at Australian Medicinal Herbs website for a FREE download. https://australianmedicinalherbs.com.au/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw9IayBhBJEiwAVuc3fsOsnYsDWqdd3-s6H_QXiOcld2F7r9rVt5s...

This week we chat to Amanda from Rockpile Off-grid Homestead YouTube Chanel and also Australian Homesteader Community Facebook page. Listen to her story starting as a tradie then transitioning to working from home and being on the land. She is a wealth of knowledge on all things homesteading and we have enjoyed watching her property develop and grow through her channel. Links mentioned: Australian...

Join us this week to start thinking about plastic free July. Alysse gives 10 of her tips and simple swaps for you to consider implementing this July (and into the future!)    We would love to hear any of your swaps or tips for plastic free July too. Shoot us a comment or join our Facebook page the Practical Permaculture community to chat more.    Online Bulk food: https://wildandwastefree.net/coll...

This week we chat to Lachie from Tree frog Permaculture. He was such joy and happy dude. We talked about what he does, how he came to be in his line of work, his passion for his garden is infectious! We talk city gardens and his dreams for urban shared garden space in Newcastle (NSW). A fun, light hearted chat join us as we have a yarn with Lachie.

Water harvesting is soooo simple anyone can do it and it's not just for those with land. Join Jo this week as she shares a few very simple ways of harvesting water for the garden or for other uses.

Join us for a chat on Practical Permaculture Podcast with the amazing Hannah Molony (ABC presenter, Author and epic gardener), where we break down permaculture beyond just gardening and dive into its holistic lifestyle vibes. From redefining activism as caring, to exploring indigenous wisdom and community bonds. We chat about her cool new projects the Flower Power Project. Hannah also spills the b...

Composting got you confused? Funky mix going on? Not sure what is nitrogen or what is carbon? Listen to this mini episode on HOT composting for more info. We also talk about resources you can access to improve your compost.