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Hawkes Bay Institute teaches regenerative living for future resilience

Submitted by on August 11, 2015 – 3:47 pm
Milling heritage corn for chicken feed

Milling heritage corn for chicken feed

By Helen Howard

The Koanga Institute in Wairoa in northern Hawkes Bay was founded by Kay Baxter and Bob Corker 15 years ago.   Its primary focus was seed saving of heritage food plants, but it’s now also focused on regenerative living and education.The inspiring workshops, apprenticeships, and internships run at The Koanga Institute are for anyone interested in living sustainably, designing their own lives, and empowering change in those around them.  The courses impart knowledge and practical skills that empower people to be more self-reliant and resilient in supporting not just themselves, but their families and their local communities.

The Koanga Institute runs a two week permaculture design course bi-annually in Spring and Autumn. Their Spring course kicks off at the end of August.

Golden Wynedotte chickens and rooster

Golden Wynedotte chickens and rooster

And for those who really want to get their hands dirty, a 10 week Spring Internship is also available.  This is a comprehensive course which really epitomises what ‘living off the land’ is all about.

Carbon Crops sown in the Autumn: Front right garden bed: Oats and Peas Front left garden bed: lupins

Carbon Crops sown in the Autumn: Front right garden bed: Oats and Peas Front left garden bed: lupins

Check out more details about these exciting courses amongst others here.

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