Training & Qualifications

• Both completed an initial PDC at Limestone Permaculture

• Will trained through TAFE NSW / The National Environment Centre and holds a Certificate IV in Permaculture, tutored by Beck Lowe

• Anthea completed Permaculture Teacher Training with Hannah Moloney and Brenna Quinlan, and is currently enrolled with David Holmgren, Beck Lowe and guest educators in their 2026 PDC

• Our combined background includes horticultural study, naturalistic garden design, and Master Tree Growers course, arts, styling, teaching, and children’s services.

Teaching & Community Education

• We teach workshops, talks and short courses for councils, organisations, community groups, festivals, growers’ markets, schools and preschools

• Lead teachers of Permaculture Design Certificate and Homesteading Course with Limestone Permaculture, and guest teachers for previous PDCs at Limestone Permaculture and Purple Pear Farm

• Co-founders of Permaculture at the Pub, supporting grassroots community knowledge sharing

Design Experience

• A small private design and consultation practice, offering practical, place-based garden design guidance

• Experience in home gardens, community gardens and site consultations across the Hunter Valley

Recognition & Features

• Featured in Grassroots Magazine, Sowing Seeds Magazine, Hunter & Coastal Lifestyle and other publications.

• Guests on the Practical Permaculture Podcast and The Australian Garden Podcast.

• Local award recipients and nominees in sustainability education