Projects Existing
or Underway
Email us to have your project or community listed here .
Otamatea
This is a rural lot development Eco-Village project west of Kaiwaka,
Northland, and they have land by the sea and are looking to sell a few
more lots. See more about them on www.otamatea.org.nz
Awaawaroa
A rural lot development Eco-Village project on the south coast of Waiheke,
Auckland Region. They have a large site near the sea and are looking
for a couple more members. See their website at http://pl.net/~simong
Earthsong Eco-Neighbourhood
This is a cohousing project with an environmental focus and building
32 rammed earth townhouses in urban Waitakere City. They have an orchard
site on Swanson Rd, with some houses complete and others still for sale.
For more details go visit their website www.earthsong.org.nz
Kohatu Toa Eco-Village
Kohatu Toa Eco-village is situated approximately one and a half hours
drive from Auckland, just north of Kaiwaka off State Highway 1. It is
nestled in a peaceful valley and includes 90 acres of common land with
bush, spring-fed stream, waterfall and pasture. The community here is
dedicated to: Living simply, peacefully and co-operatively. Protecting
and enhancing our environment. Developing a self reliant, sustainable
economy. There are 6 house sites within the eco-village and a seventh
site which is Koanga Gardens. The community currently consists of 16
people including 4 children aged between 9 and 13. If you require further
information please e-mail aikens
ihug.co.nz
and they have some pages at www.koanga.org.nz
Otanui Farm Village
Hawkes Bay project under development. Some lots still for sale.
Website www.otanui.orcon.net.nz/
Anahata Community
A new intentional community at the northern boundary of metropolitan
Auckland (on the former 'Centrepoint' site) has been started for people
who want to learn to "live in harmony with one another and with the
natural environment in a way that is sustainable for present and future
generations". They have a website www.anahata.org.nz
.
E-mail inquiries
anahata.org.nz
Silkwood Park
Silkwood Park is an operating eco village and centre for alternative
healing and the arts situated in Nelson on the Tasman Bay coastline.
We have a website at www.silkwoodpark.com
. For more information on Silkwood Park you can also write to: Jane
Ensor Silkwood Park Westdale Rd RD1 Richmond Nelson New Zealand Ph +64
3 5442730 Fax +64 3 5402273 .Email jane
silkwoodltd.co.nz
Proutist Eco-Village/
Community
A community of Proutists is being established on the outskirts of Nelson.
The charitable trust purchasing the property needs loan finance to meet
the purchase price, and so are looking for financial assistance. Contact
bdyer
prout.org