Hailing from Golden Valley and passionate about sustainable living, Loretta brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to the ‘produce no waste’ principle.
Coming from an Egyptian/Italian background, growing food in the backyard was just a way of life. We didn’t know that we were “permies” back then, we were just doing what we loved; growing food in sync with nature and protecting Mother Earth.
My favourite permaculture principle is Principle 6; Produce No Waste, because I was brought up with the adage “Waste Not Want Not”. In my previous career as a Sustainability teacher I implemented a 27-stream recycling system in a primary school of 800+ kids and provided an avenue for the local community to recycle or upcycle as well. I still adhere to this adage in my current job and at home as well.
I joined the Permaculture Tasmania Committee to ensure the longevity of PT and that the community has ongoing access to a forum for celebrating successes and providing support in the PT community. As I co-establish our permaculture garden on our tiny farm in Golden Valley, I hope to utilise the expertise of the PT community and hopefully help others along in their sustainability journeys.
I love making jams and have won several prizes at some of Tasmania’s and Victoria’s agricultural shows.