Australia’s Bamboo Revolution Starts Here

Bambusa oldhamii, commonly known as Giant Timber Bamboo or Oldham’s Bamboo, is a fast-growing, clumping bamboo species prised for its versatility and impressive stature. Native to China, it thrives in various climates across Australia, tolerating temperatures as low as -4°C. This bamboo can reach heights of 15-18 meters with culm diameters up to 10cm…
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A once-in-a-decade opportunity to shape a new green industry — and be in the room where it begins. Join a high-impact 3-day summit bringing together the world’s leading engineers, architects, researchers, and innovators — all working to establish Australia’s first structural engineered bamboo industry. These events will highlight bamboo as a sustainable, high-performance material that […]
Exciting news — our next webinar is locked in! Join us for a fascinating session with Munir Vahanvati from Giant Grass. Munir will share his insights into bamboo design and construction, and introduce us to his brand-new book. Don’t miss it! Date, time: 22 May, 6:00-7:00pm (Sydney Australia GMT +10:00) Location: Online Register now
Join us for an exciting free webinar where we explore the potential of bamboo in areas without traditional use. Hosted by Kenney LeMire from the Bamboo Society of Australia, with special guest Jaye Irving from Barefoot Sustainable Design, this session is perfect for those looking to deepen their understanding and expand their bamboo expertise. Webinar: Building Bamboo Skills in New FrontiersHost: […]
In a world where sustainability is no longer optional but essential, bamboo continues to stand as one of the most versatile and regenerative building materials. At Strawberry Fields Festival 2024, we had the unique opportunity to push the boundaries of bamboo’s potential—reimagining aged materials into a striking architectural centerpiece for the main stage. The Story […]