SA Permaculture Convergence: Douglas Scrub 2026 Gathering - Oct 2026

📅 October 9-11, 2026 | 📍 Douglas Scrub, Fleurieu Peninsula, Australia | 🏷️ gathering

The South Australian Permaculture Convergence 2026 is a radically collaborative, skill-sharing gathering designed around shared learning, connection, and time in nature. Held in the beautiful bushland setting of Douglas Scrub near McLaren Vale on the Fleurieu Peninsula, this two-day event prioritizes in-person sharing and community co-creation of the program. Unlike traditional conferences with predetermined schedules, the convergence features a free-flowing, community-created schedule where participants collectively design workshops, discussion circles, games, shared meals, and relaxation activities in real time. This approach reflects permaculture's collaborative ethos and honors the diverse knowledge and experiences participants bring. The event is described as "live and unplugged," emphasizing direct human connection and nature immersion over digital mediation. Participants are invited to contribute their expertise, curiosity, and ideas to hands-on sessions and thoughtful conversations, whether they have extensive permaculture experience or are eager learners. The gathering provides an incredible opportunity to connect with others, grow practical permaculture skills, and build relationships within the permaculture community. The natural bush setting of Douglas Scrub enhances the experience, allowing participants to learn permaculture principles while surrounded by native ecosystems. This convergence represents permaculture's emphasis on community resilience, shared knowledge, and regenerative practices. Attendees leave with new skills, strengthened networks, and renewed inspiration for implementing permaculture in their own contexts.