On 15/16 March this year 15 keen followers of timber framing including one very passionate log home builder met up in Castlemaine, Victoria. We all got together to share knowledge, resources and skills we have and found that we all share a passion for timber with its sustainable aspects and longterm beauty.
Rob Hadden and partner Toni opened their doors for this first gathering and we all enjoyed the tour around their amazing structures. During the meeting it became apparent that we want to create a space for like minded people who are happy to share their skills and knowledge but also to work together to promote the craftsmanship of timber framing in the wider communities around Australia.
In some areas of Australia, timber framed structures were built when the first settlers arrived over 200 years ago. Some of those buildings still stand proud today. One of the aims for a next meeting is to craft a structure for a community space and at the same time give the community the opportunity to watch the crafting and erecting of same.
Overall this first gathering was a success and we look forward to many more events around our beautiful country.
Happy Crafting to everyone.
Isabelle Harwood