Founding partner of PermaBrella
Roots & Rivers Collective
Bringing community organisers, permaculturalists and regenerative land practitioners together through gatherings, working bees and shared meals.
Meet Roots & RiversNorthern Rivers food & farming network
More connected people. A stronger local food system.
PermaBrella connects the people, knowledge and resources that help our region grow food, care for land and support one another.
Building on existing community groups and local knowledge, the next stage brings together shared equipment, practical learning and dedicated coordination. The initial project focuses on Byron, Ballina, Lismore, Richmond Valley and Kyogle, while the online hub welcomes connections across the Northern Rivers.
The people and organisations behind the network
Grant applicant and project partner
Ethos Global Foundation
The applicant for the successful project grant, supporting the project’s governance, partnerships and long-term development.
Delivery partner and EcoHub host
SEED Northern Rivers
Supporting delivery of the developing network and hosting the planned equipment library at the Mullum Gardens EcoHub in Mullumbimby.
Project co-funder
Know Nothing Pty Ltd
Supporting the project’s staffing and programming through a co-contribution, helping build the network’s capacity to continue over time.
Building the next chapter
The equipment library, formal membership, dedicated coordinator service and PermaBrella workshop programme are being developed. We’ll publish launch dates and access arrangements as they are confirmed.
We’re working toward PermaBrella becoming an independent, self-sustaining not-for-profit organisation. Incorporation is a future milestone, and we’ll share progress as the organisation takes shape.
A potential workshop collaboration with North Coast Local Land Services is being explored. Programme details and partner commitments will be shared once confirmed.
Register your interestYou can already find a local group, browse community events and join the conversation.