January E-News is out! Learn about the Australasian Permaculture Convergence and our upcoming Jazz Night Markets.
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Celebrate the Summer Solstice at Northey Street City Farm on December 20th from 6.30pm. Join us as we celebrate the Solstice, our new Friday Night Organic Market as well as our our 25th birthday!
This is a FREE event, but you can register for a free ticket so that you get a reminder to come on the night!
Due to Government regulations in this pandemic, we have had to cancel the Northey Street City Farm Organic Street Food Market.
Northey Street City Farm Organic Street Food Market a once a month event where you can get some of Brisbane’s best organic dinner, desserts and drinks, with great live entertainment and ethical gift stalls. Northey Street will be running a fundraising bar with beer, cider and kombucha on tap, to pair with your delicious organic meal.
Northey Street City Farm publish a free electronic newsletter every month.
To subscribe to our monthly free e-newsletter CLICK HERE.
You will receive the newsletter to your email once a month to let you know what is happening at the farm.
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Northey Street City Farm will be hosting the next Australasian Permaculture Convergence (APC) at Redland Bay near Brisbane from 20 to 23 April 2020. More information about the APC is available on www.apc.nscf.org.au. Tickets are on sale through the website now.
There will also be a Permaculture and Community Gardens Festival on Sunday 19 April 2020 at Northey Street City Farm in Windsor, Brisbane. The Festival will showcase community gardens and permaculture projects. If you are a community garden or permaculture project interested in having a stall at the Festival, please email Simon Calcinai on markets@nscf.org.au.
Submissions are now open for presentations and workshops during APC2020.
The overall theme for APC2020 is Celebrating Nature’s Abundance. We are calling for submissions for workshops covering topics relevant to the three ethics of Permaculture, which are Earth Care, People Care and Fair Share.
All workshops will be 90 minutes long, and we expect presenters to include some audience participation in the workshop.
90-minute workshop application form: https://forms.gle/rTJK6oidxwYSov628
There will be opportunities for some 10-minute presentations or project reports one evening and a project poster display area to share your projects with everyone at the Convergence.
10 minute presentation application form: https://forms.gle/NadykVU3YAQTgacd9
Please fill in the relevant application form outlining your proposal to the selection panel. The panel will review all submissions and choose those that will complement each other and provide balance, depth and spread to the program.
Absolute DEADLINE for submissions is 5 pm on Tuesday 29 October 2019.
We’ll notify all applicants by 1 December 2019.
To download a copy, click here
NSCF Winter Solstice Program Final 12.06.18Last Updated: Tuesday 20 June 2018
Hi folks, Kate here. I’m the new co-ordinator for this year’s festival and as a long time patron of the festival I’m pretty excited about what we are creating this year! Last year the festival saw 2000 people in attendance so this year we’re chatting with Brisbane City Council about expanding beyond this number for a bigger and better festival! More talks, more workshops, more entertainment, more food and more fun! So here is the latest news and some exciting announcements!
I’m super excited to announce that OKA will be dancing us into the evening with their didge and chilled beats after the bonfire. We also have troubadour and very talented songwriter Murray Kyle singing us up to the bonfire and Winter Solstice ceremony where we celebrate the longest night of the year and the return of the light. We will have some great acts singing us through the afternoon so bring your picnic blanket or camping chairs so you can kick back and enjoy the music on the green!
This year we are planning to showcase a Zero Waste event! This is exciting and also a little challenging because we won’t be using any single use plastic disposable. So heads up – you’ll need to bring your own cup / plate / bowl / cutlery (perhaps your fave from your camping kit?) and if you forget, or you’re travelling light, there will be crockery available to hire for a gold coin contribution and we will likely also have some awesome sustainable products available for purchase if you want to buy your kit for the next festival!
It’s pretty exciting to think our footprint could be so minimised for a festival that attracts 2000 people each winter and potentially more this year! We are working with Renew Fest in Mullumbimby who has successfully run zero waste events in the past. I reckon this might be the first large festival of its kind in Brisbane. We’re so pleased to co-create it with you!
We have also partnered up with Byron Spirit Festival which runs from the 20th -22nd April 2018. It means that if you’re thinking about heading down you can use the code ‘NSCF18’ when you purchase your ticket you’ll get 10% off! 5% of your ticket cost will also go to their partner charity ‘A Sound Life’ providing yoga, singing, meditation to underprivileged people.
As well as a fabulous entertainment line up, our education program this year will see talks and workshops happening in three different tents throughout the afternoon in theme with the three ethics of Permaculture, which are: Earth Care; People Care and Fair Share. We are planning to bring you first-class educators and presenters in their fields of expertise to share their knowledge with you.
As a yogini & musician I’m looking to introduce a new space for our People Care venue, for some extra wellbeing workshops and there will be something for everyone.
Our kids program is always really popular, so we are gathering together a mix of old favourites and newcomers to inspire, educate and entertain your children. We will also build on the success of last years teens program with activities specifically targeted to their unique interests and learning styles. We always aim to provide something for everyone in the family, so you can all come along and enjoy the Winter Solstice together.
We’d love you to join the tribe on Facebook, so we can keep you up-to-date with our full program as we release it in the lead up to the Winter Solstice Festival….. jump on over here and give us the big thumbs up!
Would you like to be part of the crew that make the festival happen? The festival just wouldn’t happen without the involvement of many volunteers so we’d love you to join us in the lead up and/or set up of the festival, or on the day!
A commitment of just 3 hours of your time will earn you free entry to the event and a meal in exchange, making this great event accessible to everyone. Lets chat about what you can contribute. The possibilities are endless and include helping with marketing, putting up fencing and marquees prior to the event, stage management, security, signage, child care (blue card required), or parking attendant on the day. We need a wide range of people and skills, so get in touch and we’ll find a job perfect for you! We look forward to hearing from you and to co-creating this wonderful event for our community with you.
This year we are looking at road closures to include the other half of the farm in the festival area and it looks like the costs for traffic controllers could be significant. So we’d love to hear from any Traffic Controllers who are willing to volunteer or offer us a good ‘not for profit’ organisation discount.
I’m also looking for a personal assistant or apprentice, so if you’d like to learn how to run events I’ll show you the ropes in exchange for a few hours a week of your time. I’d love to hear from you!
You can fill in the form below and tell me a little about yourself, what experience, skills and passions you have and what role/s you feel you could be involved with (you can also let me know what you don’t have experience in but would like to help out with!)
As is our tradition at Northey Street City Farm this is a grass roots community event so we are keeping ticket prices low. This year we are offering early-bird (closing 30 April 2018)and pre-sale discounts, and tix for adults start as low as $20, and gate tix are $30. Great discounts for families and kids are available too! You can rest easy knowing that money raised will go towards covering the costs of the event and continue to fund the farm and all the great work it does for our Brisbane community.
See you on June 23rd! (How many sleeps is that!?)
With great excitement and anticipation! Kate, Georgia & the festival team! 😉
It’s Thank a Farmer Month during May, so we’re going to introduce you to some of our local farmers who sell at our Sunday Organic Market. This month, say thanks to the farmers who produce the food that keeps us alive!
Meet Anika Wulff from Spring Lakes Farm in Churchable, which is west of Brisbane, between Gatton and the Wivenhoe Dam.
What is your favorite thing to eat right now?
Sweet potato cooked in ghee with kimchi cucumber pickle.
When and how did you make the decision to become a farmer?
Back in 2012 when my Mum passed away. We were unhappy with our seemingly perfect life in Perth and we knew we only had once chance at life – so it’s best to make the most of it. We both wanted wide open spaces, to be our own boss, and had an intrinsic aversion to chemicals – so organic farming it was!
What’s the most surprising thing about farming?
It’s way harder than we thought. There are many things to figure out / juggle and it seems to change each season. We have had to learn about growing, business, mother nature, the market, all at once – and make enough money to make it through to the next season, each and every season. It’s been a steep, very steep, learning curve.
Why is organic food important?
Because it is the purest form of nourishment provided to us by Mother Nature. It embodies respect for our bodies and our environment.
Where do you see the future of farming? What do you hope for it?
Growth in the small scale farming scene. More people being enticed into the lifestyle, to contribute to the food system. I want to see more people involved and more people caring about their food and their environment.
11th March from 9am to 11am : Christin Zeller from Five Elements Coaching is presenting “Tackling Stress and Worry”, under the office, during the Market.
18th March from 9am Food for Thought is back! Chef Glen Barrett will be giving you his hot cooking tips and taking you through his weekly seasonal shop. Sarah Follet from Baked Livingness, an expert in gluten free and dairy free cooking will be doing a talk and cooking demo.
More to be announced! Follow us on Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/northeystorganicmarket/
The Brisbane City Council are appearing at the markets this weekend, 25th February 2018. They are looking for feedback regarding the future of Brisbane’s transport. Here’s your chance to assist by having a chat or filling out a survey.
Verity from Nadurtha is starting on the 4th March selling organic, Australian made, non-toxic deodorant.
We have a new food hub near Glorious Organics, that’s buzzing with new seating, stalls and music. James and Andrea from Phoenix Family Cafe started a couple of weeks ago and are killing it- be sure to try their wholesome breakfasts, grab a Parkers Juice or a coffee from Wandering Man Espresso’s cart. FYI, they are one of the only cafes around that don’t charge extra for vegan or dairy free alternatives- almond, soy or coconut milk – and will take 50 cents off your purchase if you bring your own coffee cup! Your wallet and the environment thanks you.
Congrats to Kirsty Reed on winning the NSCF Markets Valentine’s Day Hamper! It was a pleasure to meet you and we love that the hamper will be enjoyed by someone in the community. Thanks to all who participated.
And the next in our series of interviews with our stallholders:
Siobian is a maker of incredible handmade soft leather shoes, practical and beautiful leather bags, and one of a kind hand-crafted felt products using only the best Australian merino wool, alpaca, angora and cashmere. She also sells hats, belts, purses, jewelry, scarves, soaps and games.
How did you start working with leather?
I’ve always been a maker. I describe myself as a Maker, Creator, Instigator. My earliest memories revolve around creating and constructing. My Mother was a very good leatherworker and I learnt much more than I realised from her, and from playing with leather and other materials. I tend to cycle through various natural mediums, (fiber, wood, metal, clay, stone, fire, glass, etc.), and understanding the innate qualities of each promotes growth and experimentation. My work is continually evolving which keeps the passion alive. I love combining various materials and cross pollination of techniques.
Tell us more about the science behind soft soles for healthy feet! 😊
There are 4 main benefits:
Fit: The shoes I make are designed to fit the feet rather than the foot fit the shoe. So many shoes today require us to squeeze into shoes which are too narrow and bind the foot much like Chinese foot binding, just not as extreme. Try tracing around your foot then place a shoe over the tracing. Almost all adult feet I see show signs of distortion. Amazingly though I have witnessed over time feet returning towards what nature intended.
Feet move the way nature intended: Our feet are amazing. If your foot is restricted and supported then the joints, the ligaments, bones and muscles can’t move freely and do the job they were created to. People who walk/ run barefoot tend to walk much softer which places less strain on the joints. They move and place their feet in a more natural way.
Earthing or Grounding: Whether you believe or not is up to you, but basically we are electrical beings. Our nerves and synapses are electrical. The Earth is magnetic. Have you ever been zapped by a build-up in static electricity?
Proprioception: Immediate feedback as to where you are in space and stimulation of the nerves on the bottom of your feet. Plus you get a great foot massage as you walk. The increased blood flow and stimulus has been scientifically linked to better balance and more recently information is coming to light re the reduction of alzheimers severity. Disclaimer-I’m not medically trained. Make your own mind up. If you do intend to transition it is important to take time and listen to your body. It is not something you can rush.
Wow, that’s fascinating. You spend most Sundays at the markets, what’s your favourite market snack?
Either an OHK omelette or fresh seasonal fruit from any of the produce stalls.
Yes, those omelettes! What’s the best thing about working for yourself?
The flexibility when my children were younger was a great advantage. Also, creativity doesn’t work 9-5. It pops into your head at all hours.
And your youngest just finished year 12! Congrats! What do you love about NSCF Farmers Markets?
I love the community, the customers and the stallholders. They care. They are passionate about life, good clean unadulterated food, a sense of community and our environment. And most importantly, they are doing something positive about it. I have learnt so much and I am continuing to make changes thanks to the NSCF community.
As a sustainable living festival, we encourage all attendees to each do their bit to reduce our environmental impact while celebrating the gift of life the Earth provides us. This year we’re aiming to reduce our collective environmental impact by working towards a zero-waste festival.
All food stalls will be using either washable crockery and cutlery or biodegradable/compostable single-use items. So please help our Waste Management Team volunteers by returning your dirty dishes and cups to the washing up station at the Chai Cafe. We also welcome you to BYO if you wish to use your own plate, cutlery, mug, etc. There will be a place provided for you to wash them up.
Also, to minimise plastic waste, there will be no bottled water sold. Single use plastic bottled water is a massive waste of embedded energy and not necessary with a bit of forethought. Please BYO a re-usable water bottle or cup. We will have water refill stations around the site where you can top up all day. We appreciate your support in caring for our Planet.
Caloundra Music Festival are claiming they will be the first Australian event to make the move to zero-waste later this year. However, we know Renew Fest recently achieved it and now we will too. Let’s show the bigger festivals that it’s possible to party and be responsible citizens of Earth at the same time.
Check out our full program including our 11 sustainable living workshops.