Permaculture Garden Tools: Choosing and Using

Workshop + Share Table Permaculture Garden Tools: Choosing and Using presented by Clint White and members Sunday 1 November 2026 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm Sarah Smith's Garden, 5 Settlers Drive, Gowrie Junction, Q 4352 This event is organised by Permaculture Toowoomba Inc. Bookings are Essential Bookings are essential so that we have contact details and know how many will be attending. What We'll Do We’ll start at 2.00 pm with a welcome and introduction. Join Permaculture Toowoomba Inc. for a practical workshop exploring the tools that help us grow productive gardens, care for our soil, and work effectively with nature. Presented by Clint White and members, this session will look at choosing the right tools for the job, exploring different kinds of garden tools, and learning how to use them well. We’ll also discuss common mistakes and how to avoid using tools in ways that make gardening harder than it needs to be. Clint will share some of the tools he has made himself, including a broadfork and a hoe, and explain how useful tools can be adapted or created to suit our needs. Explore the tools Alongside the main presentation, several demonstration tables will give you an opportunity to look more closely at practical tools and techniques, ask questions and share ideas. You can expect to explore: • Plant Health: Dave Toal will demonstrate how a Brix meter measures soluble solids in plant sap or juice and discuss how this measurement can be used when exploring plant quality. • Garden hand tools: A selection of hoes, hand forks, trowels, secateurs and weeding tools. • A-frame and Bunyip water level: See how these simple tools help us identify contours and plan gardens that make better use of water. • Soil and compost tools: Soil pH testing kit, soil jar test, and compost thermometer to explore. • Seed saving and propagation: Dibber, seed-saving sieves and other simple tools used for collecting and propagating plants. There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions, exchange experiences and learn from one another. Bring your curiosity and your own questions about the tools you use in your garden. Afternoon Tea (provided) A light afternoon tea will be provided (including Gluten Free and Vegan options). What to Bring • KeepCup or similar for your drink at afternoon tea (we're trying to minimise waste) • Chair • Water Bottle • Sun protection • Clothes and footwear suitable for outdoor weather conditions • Donations of surplus produce for the Share Table Share Table Do you have surplus? We encourage you to bring your surplus produce, plants, seeds, books, craft supplies, and resources to share with others at our events. Some ideas of what you could bring include – fruit, vegetables, herbs, eggs, honey, milk, jams, pickles, preserves, jars, ferments, starters, SCOBYs, seeds, plants, seedlings, cuttings, tubers, pots, tools, gardening magazines, permaculture books, recipes, patterns, manure, coffee grounds, compost additives, worms, mealworms, wool, fabric, craft supplies, soap, natural cleaning products, plastic alternatives, produce bags – the list is extensive. Please bring whatever you can and then take home whatever you need within our culture of generosity and free sharing Parking Parking is available along Settlers Drive. Access This venue has access for wheel chairs, walking frames and strollers if needed. Children are always welcome with very close adult supervision for their safety. We hope we see you there! Cost • Financial Members of Permaculture Toowoomba Inc. - Free • First-time Visitors to a Permaculture Toowoomba Inc. Event - $10 per person • Non-Members - $20 per person • Children attending with an Adult - Free (but please book so we know the total numbers) Membership Annual Membership of Permaculture Toowoomba Inc. is due by 31 December each year. It's only $50 per person or $40 for a second or subsequent adult living in the same home. If you join now, membership only $30 for a part year ($25 for second adult) and is valid until the end of 2026. Members can attend all events and workshops during the year at no cost. You can pay your membership at checkout when you book to attend this event. Please complete a Membership form which will be available at the event for anyone wishing to join, or available here for download at http://www.permaculturetoowoomba.com.au/membership/