The rise of permaculture in Australia traces back to the world's last oil crisis
The permaculture movement is experiencing a resurgence in Australia, particularly among a new generation focused on sustainability. This renewed interest is attributed to rising costs and concerns about food security, echoing the movement's origins during the 1970s oil crisis. Events like a sold-out permaculture festival in Margaret River highlight the growing enthusiasm for these principles.
- ▪Permaculture proponents report a rise in interest due to current economic challenges.
- ▪The movement's co-founder, David Holmgren, emphasizes its relevance today, linking it to the political climate of the 1970s.
- ▪A recent permaculture festival in Margaret River attracted hundreds of attendees, showcasing the movement's popularity.
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feel goodNew generation embraces permaculture, which took root in 1970s oil crisisBy Georgia LoneyABC South West WATopic:GardeningSat 30 May 2026 at 12:22pmSat 30 May 2026 at 12:22pmSat 30 May 2026 at 12:22pmPermaculturists say a new generation is embracing the movement's tenets of sustainability and self-sufficiency. (Supplied: Trevor Paddenburg)In short: Permaculture proponents say interest in the movement's principles has risen during the current oil crisis.The movement's co-founder, David Holmgren, says permaculture was rooted in the world's last oil crisis.A sold-out permaculture festival in WA's South West attracted hundreds of visitors earlier this month.
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