

Workshops and Events
At Optimise Learning, I deliver and host Workshops, Masterclasses, Open Days, Tours and Convivial Conversations to empower self-reliance and resilience for individuals, families and communities.
Planned for small groups, these are practical, boutique learning experiences tailored to your interests and needs.
Some themes and topics include:
- Permaculture in Practise
- RetroSuburbia
- Garden Farming (Growing Abundance in Your Own Backyard)
- Living a Nurtured Life
- The Art of Facilitation
I’m also a regular Guest Speaker for many Community Groups and Events. Please don’t hesitate to contact me to discuss options further.
Upcoming Events
Past Events


Garden Visit

End of Year Celebration

Fermented Thirst-Quenchers

Aromatic Apothecary Garden

Garden Insights

Happy Healthy Hens

PDC Exchange

Garden Insights

Prepare Your Patch

Plan Your Plot

Keeping Backyard Chooks

Native Bee Keeping

Refreshing Ferments

Rocket Powered Oven

Introduction to RetroSuburbia

RetroSuburbia Workshop

Convivial Conversation

RetroSuburbia Talk

Financial Resilience

Fruit Tree Pruning

Celebrating Chickens

City Farmer Workshop

Garden Tour

Words from Participants
Debbie cares deeply about people and has a rare ability to connect in a way that makes you feel like the most important person in that moment. Her approach is gentle, empathetic, supportive and engaging. Debbie's learning programs are thoroughly enjoyable and highly practical. Her inclusive, patient and happy approach make any engagement one to be remembered. Debbie has a wealth of knowledge and is one of the best in her field. An absolute gem!
Angela BarryLawyer | Creativist | Coach
Debbie has a natural gift for sharing knowledge in a way that is inspiring, uplifting and practical. She has strong values and lives and breathes the Covey Habits every day through her humour and warmth. I find her a constant source of inspiration.
Belinda WalkerExecutive Talent Consultant at Leading Roles
Debbie is both inspirational and grounded which makes for a winning formula for mentoring. Her desire to teach each of us the skills required to be the best possible version of ourselves is rooted in genuine compassion and it is that authenticity that has made me and I believe most who cross her path strive to succeed.
Charlotte EvansBranch Manager, Special Counsel at Shine Lawyers
Debbie is a true professional and one of the best in her field. She is very diligent, knowledgeable and passionate about developing and growing talent both personally and professionally. She always adds a personal touch to her learning programs and always tries to surprise and delight her participants.
Nathan AndersonManager Recruitment Services at The University of Queensland
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