At Narara Ecovillage we have oodles of artists – so many people involved in our Open Art Trail. On the weekend of July 19th and 20th (from 10am-4pm) we have three exhibition spaces for you to visit – just follow the signs for a Fabulous Family Friendly day.

(Quilts by Kate Bellfield – ‘Patchwork with Purpose’)

We also have a fabulous coffee cart which serves lunch and snacks on Saturday. So take your time and enjoy the ambience.

ex-Fisheries Gallery
George Gilmour
Kristine Pedler
John Seed
Lynn Treers
Bronwen Bassett
Liz Smith

Linda Scott Studio space
Linda Scott
Therese Gabriel Wilkins
Lisa McArthur-Edwards
Rachel Bunney

Lower Grafting Shed Gallery
Reg Schurr
Glass negative photos from US 1800s
Gillian Welstead
Emily Mohr
Evan Woods
Finne
Brian  Hill

Council link: https://www.lovecentralcoast.com/itineraries/creative-journey-business-districts

Are you interested in Narara Ecovillage or perhaps already considering living here?  Make a weekend of it, with a variety of accomodation options for Friday and/or Saturday evenings – CLICK HERE to see options – or drop in on Saturday or Sunday – or both days.

Children are a vital part of our intergenerational community, and you are welcome to bring your children to the Open Weekend. Kids under age 5s attend for free.

When you book, we will ask about your kids so that we can arrange some suitable play dates or activities with other families over the weekend.

The Ecovillage is heaven for kids, and once they make friends here, you may not see too much of them!

The quarterly Open Weekend of activities give you a more in depth opportunity to engage with the village and its members.  On Friday we start with ‘A Taste of Sociocracy’ with wine and cheese, from 7-9pm.

Saturday, there are several options prior to the Open Day Talk & Tour at 10, and we have a choice of workshops in the afternoon: A Focaccia making session alongside Foraging for Wild Vegetables, followed by a ‘Fun on the Street’ innovative introduction to our ‘Journey to Joining’, and a shared dinner, and the option of a film in our Village Hall to end the evening.

On Sunday we start with a session unpacking the origins and development of Sociocracy, ‘Roots and Shoots’, and in the afternoon Tanya will be running the Collaboration Game.

The weekend is designed to introduce you to what Narara Ecovillage is all about, and how we are putting our ideas around ecological, social and economic potential into action:

* shared food growing, natural retreats and Permaculture spaces
* shared community and workplaces
* surrounded by examples of highly efficient low-carbon homes already occupied in ‘Northside’ and being built now in the second, ‘Southside’ stage.

The Basic Half day Talk & Tour tickets are:
* $15 contribution per adult
* NELN (Narara EcoLiving Network) members free
* Under 18s free

Booking – you’ll find all sessions by CLICKING HERE

or CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD COMPLETE PROGRAM

from $15 per person for our regular Tour and Talk

MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT!  A UNIQUE SERIES OF WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES.

Workshop sessions are on a sliding scale from $20-$97, but why not come for the whole weekend at a special rate: $116-$269 (plus accomodation as suits you, from this link https://nararaecovillage.com/paperbark-house-narara-ecovillage-accomodation/).

Are you interested in Narara Ecovillage or perhaps already considering living here?  Make a weekend of it, with a variety of accomodation options for Friday and/or Saturday evenings – CLICK HERE to see options – or drop in on Saturday or Sunday – or both days.

The quarterly Open Weekend of activities give you a more in depth opportunity to engage with the village and its members.  On Friday we start with ‘A Taste of Sociocracy’ with wine and cheese, from 7-9pm led by Lyndall Parris, envisioner and founder of the ecovillage.

How do you get your family, business team or, in our case, >200 people to make decisions, resolve conflicts and feel that they have been heard?

The Open weekend continues on Saturday, where there are several options prior to the Open Day Talk & Tour at 10, and we have a choice of workshops in the afternoon: A Focaccia making session alongside Foraging for Wild Vegetables, followed by a ‘Fun on the Street’ innovative introduction to our ‘Journey to Joining’, and a shared dinner, and the option of a film in our Village Hall to end the evening.

On Sunday we start with a session unpacking the origins and development of Sociocracy, ‘Roots and Shoots’, and in the afternoon Tanya will be running the Collaboration Game.

The weekend is designed to introduce you to what Narara Ecovillage is all about, and how we are putting our ideas around ecological, social and economic potential into action:

* shared food growing, natural retreats and Permaculture spaces
* shared community and workplaces
* surrounded by examples of highly efficient low-carbon homes already occupied in ‘Northside’ and being built now in the second, ‘Southside’ stage.

The Basic Half day Talk & Tour tickets are:
* $15 contribution per adult
* NELN (Narara EcoLiving Network) members free
* Under 18s free

Booking – you’ll find all sessions by CLICKING HERE

or CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD COMPLETE PROGRAM

from $15 per person for our regular Tour and Talk

MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT!  A UNIQUE SERIES OF WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES.

Workshop sessions are on a sliding scale from $20-$97, but why not come for the whole weekend at a special rate: $116-$269 (plus accomodation as suits you, from this link https://nararaecovillage.com/paperbark-house-narara-ecovillage-accomodation/).

Are you interested in Narara Ecovillage or perhaps already considering living here?  Make a weekend of it, with a variety of accomodation options for Friday and/or Saturday evenings – CLICK HERE to see options – or drop in on Saturday or Sunday – or both days.

The quarterly Open Weekend of activities give you a more in depth opportunity to engage with the village and its members.  On Friday we start with ‘A Taste of Sociocracy’ with wine and cheese, from 7-9pm led by Lyndall Parris, envisioner and founder of the ecovillage.

The Open weekend continues on Saturday, where there are several options prior to the Open Day Talk & Tour at 10, and we have a choice of workshops in the afternoon:

Learn how to make delicious focaccia bread with

artisan home baker, Karl Schurr

• Learn principles of easy bread making
• Taste some yummy bread
• Take some bread home

Karl has been making bread for himself and friends for years, and now makes the focaccia for NEVille, the coffee cart in the village.

alternatively there is Foraging for Wild Vegetables, followed by a ‘Fun on the Street’ innovative introduction to our ‘Journey to Joining’, and a shared dinner, and the option of a film in our Village Hall to end the evening.

On Sunday we start with a session unpacking the origins and development of Sociocracy, ‘Roots and Shoots’, and in the afternoon Tanya will be running the Collaboration Game.

The weekend is designed to introduce you to what Narara Ecovillage is all about, and how we are putting our ideas around ecological, social and economic potential into action:

* shared food growing, natural retreats and Permaculture spaces
* shared community and workplaces
* surrounded by examples of highly efficient low-carbon homes already occupied in ‘Northside’ and being built now in the second, ‘Southside’ stage.

The Basic Half day Talk & Tour tickets are:
* $15 contribution per adult
* NELN (Narara EcoLiving Network) members free
* Under 18s free

Booking – you’ll find all sessions by CLICKING HERE

or CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD COMPLETE PROGRAM

from $15 per person for our regular Tour and Talk

MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT!  A UNIQUE SERIES OF WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES.

Workshop sessions are on a sliding scale from $20-$97, but why not come for the whole weekend at a special rate: $116-$269 (plus accomodation as suits you, from this link https://nararaecovillage.com/paperbark-house-narara-ecovillage-accomodation/).

Are you interested in Narara Ecovillage or perhaps already considering living here?  Make a weekend of it, with a variety of accomodation options for Friday and/or Saturday evenings – CLICK HERE to see options – or drop in on Saturday or Sunday – or both days.

The quarterly Open Weekend of activities give you a more in depth opportunity to engage with the village and its members.  On Friday we start with ‘A Taste of Sociocracy’ with wine and cheese, from 7-9pm led by Lyndall Parris, envisioner and founder of the ecovillage.

The Open weekend continues on Saturday, where there are several options prior to the Open Day Talk & Tour at 10, and we have a choice of workshops in the afternoon:

Learn to forage with Diego Bonetto, wild plant expert,

naturalist and award-winning cultural worker

• Explore wild plants as food
• Use wild plants in folk medicine
• Edible and medicinal possibilities in your garden

In conjunction with SWAMP Central Coast

alternatively there is Focaccia Bread Making, followed by a ‘Fun on the Street’ innovative introduction to our ‘Journey to Joining’, and a shared dinner, and the option of a film in our Village Hall to end the evening.

On Sunday we start with a session unpacking the origins and development of Sociocracy, ‘Roots and Shoots’, and in the afternoon Tanya will be running the Collaboration Game.

The weekend is designed to introduce you to what Narara Ecovillage is all about, and how we are putting our ideas around ecological, social and economic potential into action:

* shared food growing, natural retreats and Permaculture spaces
* shared community and workplaces
* surrounded by examples of highly efficient low-carbon homes already occupied in ‘Northside’ and being built now in the second, ‘Southside’ stage.

This session is priced on a sliding scale from $35-$69 depending on your situation

The Basic Half day Talk & Tour tickets are:
* $15 contribution per adult
* NELN (Narara EcoLiving Network) members free
* Under 18s free

Booking – you’ll find all sessions by CLICKING HERE

or CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD COMPLETE PROGRAM

from $15 per person for our regular Tour and Talk

MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT!  A UNIQUE SERIES OF WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES.

Workshop sessions are on a sliding scale across the weekend from $20-$97, but why not come for the whole weekend at a special rate: $116-$269 (plus accomodation as suits you, from this link https://nararaecovillage.com/paperbark-house-narara-ecovillage-accomodation/).

Are you interested in Narara Ecovillage or perhaps already considering living here?  Make a weekend of it, with a variety of accomodation options for Friday and/or Saturday evenings – CLICK HERE to see options – or drop in on Saturday or Sunday – or both days.

The quarterly Open Weekend of activities give you a more in depth opportunity to engage with the village and its members.  On Friday we start with ‘A Taste of Sociocracy’ with wine and cheese, from 7-9pm led by Lyndall Parris, envisioner and founder of the ecovillage.

The Open weekend continues on Saturday, where there are several options prior to the Open Day Talk & Tour at 10, and we have a choice of workshops in the afternoon:

Learn to forage with Diego Bonetto, or alternatively there is Focaccia Bread Making, followed by a ‘Fun on the Street’ innovative introduction to our ‘Journey to Joining’, and a shared dinner, and the option of a film in our Village Hall to end the evening.

On Sunday we start with a session unpacking the origins and development of Sociocracy,

Origin and Evolution – Sociocracy grows from Quaker principles in Holland to global application – in our ecovillage and beyond

Register here – https://nararaecovillage.com/calendar/

• Set the scene with short silent Quaker Meeting
• Sociocracy grows from Dutch factory to Findhorn
• Put theory into practice with role play and reflection

Scilla Sayer is committed to bringing forth an environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling and socially just human presence on this planet as the guiding principle of our times.

In the afternoon, Tanya will be running the Collaboration Game.

The weekend is designed to introduce you to what Narara Ecovillage is all about, and how we are putting our ideas around ecological, social and economic potential into action:

* shared food growing, natural retreats and Permaculture spaces
* shared community and workplaces
* surrounded by examples of highly efficient low-carbon homes already occupied in ‘Northside’ and being built now in the second, ‘Southside’ stage.

The Basic Half day Talk & Tour tickets are:
* $15 contribution per adult
* NELN (Narara EcoLiving Network) members free
* Under 18s free

Booking – you’ll find all sessions by CLICKING HERE

or CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD COMPLETE PROGRAM

from $15 per person for our regular Tour and Talk

MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT!  A UNIQUE SERIES OF WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES.

Workshop sessions are on a sliding scale from $20-$97, but why not come for the whole weekend at a special rate: $116-$269 (plus accomodation as suits you, from this link https://nararaecovillage.com/paperbark-house-narara-ecovillage-accomodation/).

Are you interested in Narara Ecovillage or perhaps already considering living here?  Make a weekend of it, with a variety of accomodation options for Friday and/or Saturday evenings – CLICK HERE to see options – or drop in on Saturday or Sunday – or both days.

The quarterly Open Weekend of activities give you a more in depth opportunity to engage with the village and its members.  On Friday we start with ‘A Taste of Sociocracy’ with wine and cheese, from 7-9pm led by Lyndall Parris, envisioner and founder of the ecovillage.

The Open weekend continues on Saturday, where there are several options prior to the Open Day Talk & Tour at 10, and we have a choice of workshops in the afternoon:

Learn to forage with Diego Bonetto, or alternatively there is Focaccia Bread Making, followed by a ‘Fun on the Street’ innovative introduction to our ‘Journey to Joining’, and a shared dinner, and the option of a film in our Village Hall to end the evening.

On Sunday we start with a session unpacking the origins and development of Sociocracy, Roots and Shoots.

In the afternoon, join us for:

A game that brings the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to life.

Register here – https://nararaecovillage.com/calendar/

• Explore real-world challenges
• Discover solutions you create for your world
• See how your decisions impact global outcomes!
• And have fun!!

Tanya Mottl is a member of Narara Ecovillage and a qualified facilitator of The Collaboration Game. She is passionate about inspiring people to strengthen their collaboration skills in order to build our capacity for regeneration.  Session price is $29-$96

The weekend is designed to introduce you to what Narara Ecovillage is all about, and how we are putting our ideas around ecological, social and economic potential into action:

* shared food growing, natural retreats and Permaculture spaces
* shared community and workplaces
* surrounded by examples of highly efficient low-carbon homes already occupied in ‘Northside’ and being built now in the second, ‘Southside’ stage.

The Basic Half day Talk & Tour tickets are:
* $15 contribution per adult
* NELN (Narara EcoLiving Network) members free
* Under 18s free

Booking – you’ll find all sessions by CLICKING HERE

or CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD COMPLETE PROGRAM

from $15 per person for our regular Tour and Talk

MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT!  A UNIQUE SERIES OF WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES.

Workshop sessions are on a sliding scale from $20-$97, but why not come for the whole weekend at a special rate: $116-$269 (plus accomodation as suits you, from this link https://nararaecovillage.com/paperbark-house-narara-ecovillage-accomodation/).

(rescheduled from June 21-22)

Communicate with confidence and authenticity.
Navigate conflict with clarity and compassion.
Build stronger, more connected relationships—with others and yourself.

Communication is at the Heart of Every Relationship

Yet, in moments of stress or disagreement, many of us struggle to express ourselves in ways that foster connection rather than conflict. Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a powerful, evidence-based framework that empowers you to express yourself honestly, listen with empathy, and build relationships rooted in trust and understanding.

In partnership with Narara Ecovillage Education, this special weekend intensive offers a deep dive into the transformative principles of NVC. Whether you’re new to the model or looking to refresh your skills, this workshop provides practical tools to strengthen your communication in both personal and professional settings.

Alongside learning NVC, this weekend also offers a unique opportunity to experience—or reflect on—the dynamics of community life at Narara Ecovillage.

What You’ll Gain

✅ Practical tools to de-escalate conflicts and foster collaboration
✅ Skills to transform habits of blame, anger, or defensiveness
✅ Confidence to speak authentically—without being authoritarian or a pushover
✅ Enhanced empathy in interactions with family, friends, and colleagues
✅ The ability to assert yourself while maintaining deep connections
✅ Techniques to listen to challenging messages with greater compassion
✅ Clarity on your needs and effective ways to express them
✅ Overall proficiency in compassionate, conscious communication

Workshop Schedule

📅 Day One: Saturday, August 16th | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
📅 Day Two: Sunday, August 17th | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

This immersive training covers all the foundational principles and practices of Nonviolent Communication as developed by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg. Through a blend of theory, group discussions, and practical exercises, you’ll have the chance to apply these skills to real-life situations in a supportive environment.

Each participant will receive a comprehensive workshop manual to support their learning.

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included in the ticket price, but there are various options within Narara Ecovillage as well as nearby Airbnb stays. Please click here to explore options and make arrangements directly.

Food & Beverages

🥐 Saturday, August 16th – Morning & afternoon tea provided. The village coffee cart will be open for lunch, coffee, and treats (at your own expense).
🥗 Sunday, August 17th – Morning & afternoon tea provided. A light lunch is included in your ticket price. (Please note: the coffee cart is closed on Sundays.)

Whether you are a visitor to the village or an existing member, this workshop offers a meaningful space to develop communication skills that enrich both personal relationships and community interactions.

For more information, feel free to contact Alex directly at +61 425 329 089 or visit www.healthyrelationships.life. (Please note: We are currently rebranding, so this web address may redirect to www.mindthegapnvc.com.

Are you interested in Narara Ecovillage or perhaps already considering living here?

The Open Day Talk & Tour shows what Narara Ecovillage is all about, and shows how we are putting our ideas around ecological, social and economic potential into action:
* shared food growing, natural retreats and Permaculture spaces
* shared community and workplaces
* examples of highly efficient low-carbon homes now and in the next stage

There will be several tours in small groups, departing from 10.00am

Talk & Tour tickets
* $15 contribution per adult
* NELN (Narara EcoLiving Network) members free
* Under 18s free

Booking

$15 per person – please book at https://august-open-day-2025.lilregie.com
Kids free!

Why not spend a bit more time in our beautiful, restful environment? See our accommodation options and stay on Friday and/or Saturday night – click here for link.

Looking forward to welcoming you to Narara Ecovillage!

A talk and film by Robina McCurdy, sharing how she empowers households, communities and entire bioregions to take responsibility for their own food, seeds and associated economies.            Save the date—bookings opening soon

Robina will be joining us for this introductory session and two other food resilience workshops across the weekend on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th, and more details will follow

Are you interested in Narara Ecovillage or perhaps already considering living here?

The Open Day Talk & Tour shows what Narara Ecovillage is all about, and shows how we are putting our ideas around ecological, social and economic potential into action:
* shared food growing, natural retreats and Permaculture spaces
* shared community and workplaces
* examples of highly efficient low-carbon homes now and in the next stage

There will be several tours in small groups, departing from 10.00am

Talk & Tour tickets
* $15 contribution per adult
* NELN (Narara EcoLiving Network) members free
* Under 18s free

Booking

$15 per person – please book at https://september-open-day-2025.lilregie.com
Kids free!

Why not spend a bit more time in our beautiful, restful environment? See our accommodation options and stay on Friday and/or Saturday night – click here for link.

Looking forward to welcoming you to Narara Ecovillage!

This workshop with expert Robina McCurdy is for NEV and NELN (Narara Ecovillage Living Network) Members

This workshop with expert Robina McCurdy is for local food producers and distributors on the Central Coast

Are you interested in Narara Ecovillage or perhaps already considering living here?

The Open Day Talk & Tour shows what Narara Ecovillage is all about, and shows how we are putting our ideas around ecological, social and economic potential into action:
* shared food growing, natural retreats and Permaculture spaces
* shared community and workplaces
* examples of highly efficient low-carbon homes now and in the next stage

There will be several tours in small groups, departing from 10.00am

Talk & Tour tickets
* $15 contribution per adult
* NELN (Narara EcoLiving Network) members free
* Under 18s free

Booking

$15 per person – please book at https://november-open-day-2025.lilregie.com
Kids free!

Why not spend a bit more time in our beautiful, restful environment? See our accommodation options and stay on Friday and/or Saturday night – click here for link.

Looking forward to welcoming you to Narara Ecovillage!