Pinakarri means “listen deeply” or “undivided attention to the other” (literally, “ear stand,” in the Nyangamarta Aboriginal language). Our statement of intention: “Through Pinakarri — listening deeply — we learn to love”. This is an aspiration and is explored, practiced and realised in many ways, personally and as a community. However no dogma associated.
We are a suburban intentional community of about 35 women, men and children in 14 houses (eight low-moderate income rentals, plus private ownership and private rentals).
The houses are climate-sensible with rain-water tanks and extensive use of grey water; we are also planning for photovoltaic systems and other renewables. In 2006 we won the inaugural Sustainability Award by our local government council.
We share meals two times a week, a monthly open house community dinner, and a changing feast of planned and spontaneous social activities such as house concerts, nonviolent communication skills, satsang, and BBQs (we’re Australian).
We cooperatively manage 8 rental properties and the commons. Decision-making is a workable combination of absolute consensus and delegated authority. We discuss things that matter at focused or casual fireside chats, community email list, business meetings, one on one, and listening/sharing heart circles.
Community training includes Nonviolent Communication.
We have a guestroom for personal and community guests, fellow communards, AirBnB, WWOOFers and other travelers who contribute work.
Listen deeply, learn to love
Listen deeply, learn to love
Get to know us socially
Be pro-active in getting involved – attend and cook dinners, busy bees, firepit forums, business meetings, sharing circles
Non-residential members are welcome, may apply for housing when available
Email or call first. You’ll be invited to an Open House Community Dinner (these occur on the first Friday of each month, beginning at 6 p.m.; bring some food to share), or at a mutually convenient time. Everyone welcome :)
The whole membership decides collectively.
Power and responsibility are shared relatively equally among members.
Members maintain separate personal finances with minimal sharing.
Monthly fees/dues: Yes (amount not specified)
Labor required: 2 hours/week
Members with pre-existing debt: Yes (some debt)
Monthly contributions represent commitment and/or for amenities, go to a community chest
No interest loans to enable those on low incomes to repair or purchase essential items
Common House, Garden(s), Workshop, Large Scale Kitchen, Fire pit, Swingsets & play areas, Internet
Residential areas outside city centers but within metropolitan regions.
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