A radically collaborative nature-based weekend of learning, connection, and shared experience.

Two days of participant-led skill-sharing, talks, discussions and practical sessions in bushland at Douglas Scrub
Optional three-night camping or dorm accommodation onsite (Fri 9th – Mon 12th), or stay nearby
Time and space to walk, rest, chat, connect and reflect
Vegetarian meals provided - eat together and connect
A hands-on, practical, community-led gathering
Open to all experience levels
Opportunities to contribute in small ways - kitchen shifts, hosting a session, helping campers
A welcoming, supportive community

Please save our FAQ page for updates closer to the event

Ticket options

2-day convergence (no accommodation)
Full access Saturday and Sunday includes communal lunch and dinner each day. No accommodation.
2-day convergence with Camping (3 nights)
Full event access plus all meals. 3 nights camping Fri-Mon. BYO setup (tent, campervan, swag, etc).
2-day convergence with Dorm (3 nights)
Full event access plus all meals. 3 nights dorm accommodation Fri-Mon. BYO bedding.

A participant-led weekend of learning, connection, and hands-on skill-sharing in nature.

The South Australian Permaculture Convergence is co-created on site by everyone who attends using an open-space format.

We warmly invite all participants to come prepared to offer something - a workshop, skill share, discussion, bush walk, or lawn games. Bring your curiosity, skills, and ideas. Together we share knowledge, explore ideas in action and build community through hands-on sessions and conversations in the bush.

Open space program

All participants are invited to come prepared to offer an activity. This could include an activity, skill, or session to share (via the Chalkboard program contribution).

Workshops, discussions and hands-on learning
Permaculture, sustainability, bush skills, arts and social systems
Music, movement, games and creative spaces
Time in nature to rest, walk, reflect and connect
Opportunities to offer a session or simply participate

No PowerPoints or slideshows — just shared, hands-on learning. The program emerges as we go.

Schedule

Friday 9 October
Camping and dorm ticket holders welcome to arrive from 4pm to set up, settle in and have communal dinner.

Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October
Two full days of participant-led workshops and activities from 9am-9pm. Finishing with communal dinner each night.

Monday 12 October
Camping and dorm ticket holders pack up and depart by 11am

Catering

Eating together is a core part of the convergence. All meals are provided as part of your ticket (depending on ticket type).

Food is simple, nourishing and vegetarian, with vegan and gluten-free options available.

To help keep costs down, everyone will be invited to contribute a short kitchen shift to help with preparation, serving or clean-up. Sign up to a shift on arrival.

Please note: Meals on Friday night and all breakfasts are only provided for onsite accommodation ticket holders (camping and dorm guests).

What to bring

Essential:

BYO plate, bowl, cup, cutlery, water bottle, and tea towel
Warm and waterproof clothes for being outside
Clothes suitable for practical workshops
Medication you might need

Optional items you may like to bring:

An activity, skill, or session to share (chalkboard program contribution)
A pen and something to make notes on, take people's details, sketch ideas, mindmap
Chair, cushions, yoga mat, outdoor rug/mat
Items for the Permie Book and Seed Share and Swap table
Torch for evening walks back to camp etc
Mending and craft projects
Acoustic instruments

Children and Young People

We welcome families and young people.

Under 5s attend free
Ages 5-12 and 13-19: subsidised contribution for food and materials
Children and teens are welcome at almost all activities, with parent or guardian supervision
A small number of sessions may be designed for specific groups or have age requirements (for example tool-based activities or certain discussion spaces). However, most sessions will be open to all ages and intergenerational participation is encouraged

This event program is created by you, shaped by everyone who attends.

The Children’s Activities Chalkboard will be available for children, teens, and families to offer and host sessions. This might include nature crafts, bush games, child-led skill shares, creative projects, music, or free play.

Accessibility

The site is a large campground with gravel roads and gently uneven terrain. Some gravel paths may be navigable with wheelchairs or mobility aids with support. Wheelchair access is available to one dorm block, main buildings, toilets, and showers. Camping areas may not be fully accessible.

For more detail, see our FAQs or get in touch if you’d like to talk through your needs — we’re keen to support where we can.

Community Led Gathering

SAPC is run by a volunteer collective and shaped by everyone who attends.

It is a space for sharing skills, learning together and enjoying a grounded, practical and connected weekend in nature.

Bring your energy, ideas and curiosity and be part of it!

This event is brought to you by a huge volunteer collective, aiming to create a collaborative, fun, connecting, inspiring, and change-making experience.

Apply here if you would like to join the crew as an Event Volunteer and help us to set up and run the SAPC 2026!

Contact the host of South Australian Permaculture Convergence 2026