To learn more about permaculture and environmentally friendly farming, or to see unique and inventive sustainability initiatives at work, you need go no further than this eastside communal garden.
Beelarong Community Farm is a sustainable public garden located on
York Street, Morningside, about 7 kilometres south-east of the CBD. The one and a half acre farm cultivates organic crops and seeds and boasts sustainable infrastructure and onsite amenities. The project is run entirely by volunteers.
As well as the fruit and vegetable harvest, the farm also contains a range of eco-friendly facilities and projects. This includes a composting toilet, a grey water system that uses water from the kitchen sink for the gardens, a solar powered lighting system for night time and innovative composting techniques. These features help to demonstrate how sustainable living is possible in the city.
Volunteers are also concerned with education and school involvement. Private group and school tours are available for a minimal charge and will provide information about the plants and techniques found in the garden. To arrange a tour, e-mail info@beelarong.org.au.
Members of the public are welcome to visit the farm at any time to see permaculture methods in practice. Visitors are reminded to take only photographs and leave only footprints.
The Beelarong Community Farm volunteers meet every Wednesday from 9.00am until 12.00pm and every Sunday from 9.00am until 12.00pm and 2.30pm until 5.30pm during summer. Anyone is welcome to join.
