Join the Bamboo Society of Australia for an inspiring and practical introduction to bamboo cultivation in Australia — featuring pioneering grower Durnford Dart from Bamboo Australia. Durnford, widely regarded as the godfather of commercial bamboo in Australia, founded the country’s first bamboo plantation in 1989 at Belli Park, QLD. With over three decades of hands-on experience, he has […]
Our three-city event series was designed to build momentum and foster collaboration toward a new chapter for Australia’s bamboo industry – with a strong focus on sustainable, engineered bamboo. Watch our highlights session shared by Jennifer Snyders, Jeremy Mansfield OAM, hosted by Kenney Lemire.
Join us for a free webinar as we recap our inaugural 3-city bamboo summit, recently held to kick start the next chapter for Australia’s bamboo industry. Hosted by the BSA’s Kenney LeMire, guests include BSA President Jennifer Snyders and MC of the next frontier event series Jeremy Mansfield OAM. Why join? Jennifer and Jeremy will share their […]
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 […]
Bamboo selection is one of the most debated topics in the industry, and with good reason. With a vast range of running and clumping species now available in Australian nurseries, finding the right variety to suit your needs can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re a collector, landscaper, farmer, environmentalist, or permaculture enthusiast, making an informed choice is essential.
