Berawinnia
'Berawinnia'
is a 2 acre triangle of remnant and revegetated bush near McLaren Vale, South Australia. Tucked away behind giant river red gums and threaded with an ancient creek bed, it was once part of an 80 acre Soldier Settler farm named 'Berawinnia' which has been in my family for almost a century.
It is also home to many beautiful yellow-tailed black cockatoos who wheel around the tops of the gum trees at dawn and dusk
Over the past 20 years we have sculpted this bush block with networks of paths and bridges leading to multi-purpose structures that are sympathetic with the environment.
Workshops, gatherings, Bush Playgroup and pamper sessions for small groups are often held here. Check events for details.
Policies and Terms and Conditions.
History
The name 'Berawinnia' came from 'Berawinnia Downs' – a pastoral property in the far northwest of New South Wales, which my grandfather, Cyril Robertson managed with his parents before WW1. At the time, Berawinnia Downs was owned by the “cattle king”, Sir Sidney Kidman.
The Robertsons moved to McLaren Vale after the war to try their hand as vignerons and orchardists, with a few milking cows to complement a healthy diet!
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The Amphitheatre
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Patty Possum's
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Echidna Island
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the ground
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the sky
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flying high
A musical fundraising event for Doctors without Borders, held at Berawinnia 11th May 2024.
Past Gatherings
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Weaving with natural fibre
Chris Banks taught us to make string and dilly bags with natural fibres from the property.
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Marimba making with slate
We experimented with ‘soundy’ slate from the Willunga quarry to make ‘lithophones’ with Tony Hannan.
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'Dads in the Forest'
A workshop for dads with little kids to teach them skills to connect with nature.
Stephen Hoepfner shares bush knowledge.
Sound Healing Meditation at the Amphitheatre with Heather Frahn
Clay Play Day
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Celebrating the elemental experience of clay and the creation of primitive pottery
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Harvesting clay from the creek
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An afternoon workshop led by local potter Joe Boas
Acacia Bush Playgroup
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Acacia Bush Playgroup is for young children and their parents/ caregivers.
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They explore, craft, sing, listen to stories and enjoy cups of ‘bush’ tea.
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The sessions run every Tuesday from
9.30 - 11.30
Contact Schandra on 0447 324 710 or info@bushpods.com.au
Video by Estelle
