Please be advised that Green World Revolution have been contracted by Men of the Trees to take over management of Perth City Farm.

The Men of the Trees Board has made the decision not to divest (sub lease) PCF. Instead MOTT will retain and manage PCF for the foreseeable future for the benefit of MOTT and the general community.

The current acting manager Michael Forte (pictured) has left Perth City Farm as his employment has been terminated.

The staff of Perth City Farm would like to thank Michael for his leadership, support, vision and achievements in the past year and a half.

In addition, our GRO Project Co-ordinator Cris Douwes has resigned from Perth City Farm effective immediately and we also thank him for all his efforts and support in the last year.

Please direct any queries relating to the management of PCF to Toby Whittington at manager@perthcityfarm.org.au or on 9325 7229.

Stallholders this week, 8am-midday:

Wambyn Olives - Organic olives, olive oil, and olive products.
Wilson’s Wonder Products - Beez Neez beeswax products
Environment House – Environmentally friendly products and books
The Woodfired Baker – Organic woodfired breads & pastries
Michele Trovato – Certified Biodynamic, seasonal vegetables
Harry & Sona Toutikian – Certified Biodynamic fruit and vegetables
Laterite Ridge – Chicken, quail, olives & more
Brockway Orchard Fruit – Spray free citrus fruit
Dean Wood – Local raw honey
Saki Soaps – Quality handmade soaps, vegies and preserves
Valley View Orchards – Stone Fruit / Apricot Jam and Stewed Fruit
Georges Crepes – Traditional Breton gluten-free crepes
Organic Green Smoothies – Freshly made smoothies and raw desserts by Dirk
The Rainbow Lady - Colour of Health

Jennifer & Phil Catalano – Medicinal herbs

Perth City Farm stall – various produce from the garden, fresh Mimsbrook eggs, a range of organic fruit & vegetables and organic meat & dairy.

The cafe is open from 7am to midday (kitchen closes 11.45am), and it's is now open 7 days a week. Sunday trading hours are 7am – 12 midday. Please call 9221 7300 for bookings.

No yoga this week, back next week!

On the 31st of August, we will be holding a special 'Growers and Artisans market'. All of your favourite stallholders will be there, along with several new artisan stalls showcasing a variety of handmade, upcycled and eco-friendly products. More information to be announced soon!

Seedlings from the City Farm Nursery are now for sale at the cafe. Grab a coffee and get all the plants you need to create the perfect seasonal veggie garden!

The Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance is holding the Fair Food Week from August 19th - 25th throughout Perth. This week-long foodie extravganza is hosting variety of events revolving around all things food including workshops, films, forums, and markets. Take a look at their website for more information.

City Farm Cafe is now taking bookings for Father's Day and Christmas functions.
As of Father's Day (September 1, 2013) they will be extending Sunday trading till 3pm (kitchen closes 2pm).
Call them direct on their new landline 9221 7300 for bookings and enquiries!

Mandi Nelson's yoga-by-donation class next class will be on Saturday, August 31st. Classes are held for all ages and stages so don't be shy!

Class is held from 8:00 - 9.15

•     Please dress in layers
•     Bring your own mat, no mats are supplied
•     Bring a blanket (optional)
•     By donation only

Make your way down to the farm on Saturday the 24th of August from 5pm for tasty treats and good times. Come and enjoy live music from the Sambanistas, DJ Super Flog, Junkadelic, Sam Maher, Childsaint, Elli Schoen, Flower Drums, and Diger Rokwell.

Free entry, but please bring cash for food and drinks.

Facebook event to share here: https://www.facebook.com/events/167081450142116/

Hosted by Nulsen.

Come rain or shine this winter, we are holding Thursday morning composting workshops with Bonnie Wykman. One participant from last week's class said, '[the workshop] is a must for all those who love gardening. Bonnie, who did this workshop was very detailed and has a great passion for recycling waste to make compost.'

Each week we will be making a compost pile from start to finish and you’ll be shown how to monitor and manage your pile to it’s completion.

Join the class every Thursday for $15 from 10.00 - 11.30 am. Sign in with Administration in the Farm Office on the day.

Dismantle are still running their bike maintenance workshops here at Perth City Farm!
Their next workshop is on Saturday 31 August!

Come along for a hands-on bike maintenance course to suit all ages and skill levels.
Bike Maintenance 1 - The essentials. Ensuring our bikes are safe and ready to ride.
Bike Maintenance 2 - The next step. Fine tuning to get the smoothest ride.

There are only a few spots left as this email goes out, so be quick!
http://dismantle.eventbrite.com.au/

All native trees, shrubs and plants will be discounted and various other stalls will be available. Stall holders so far: Polytechnic West, EMRC, City of Swan, SAFE, As you wish ceramics, Daisy Chain Eco Nursery, Sunlite Solar Lights, Rhinestone Creations, Little Unicorn, The Sustainability Store, Scarlet Eve, Rainbow Yogis, Teach the World RAW, Heritage Preserves, Whiteman Park, Lions Cakes, Lions Fairy Floss, Essential Oils Online, Natural Resonance Study group, Purple haze designs, Transition Town Guildford, Treetops Montessori school, Kanna's Knits, Friends of rock art, and cake, olive oil and book stalls. Freshly roasted coffee, tea and sausage sizzle available for purchase on the day.

Lot 2, Stirling Crescent, Hazelmere

Perth City Farm has just been announced as the conference venue for the fourth national Australian Food and Drink Bloggers Conference, Eat Drink Blog. The conference will take place on November 9-10, 2013 and is comprised of seminars, workshops and all things food and drink related! See more info here

Perth City Farm is also home to the Sambanistas, Perth's longest-running samba percussion group. Rehearsals are held Saturdays from 2.30-4.30pm and Tuesday evenings 7-9pm.
Sambanistas always welcomes newcomers - no previous musical experience is necessary, just a willingness to join in, learn about samba and have some serious fun! Tuition and instruments provided.
For more details, check out the website www.sambanistas.com, simply come along to rehearsal, or email enquiriesandbookings@sambanistas.com