Our Commitment to Sustainability

Since 2024, we have planted more than 500 native trees and plants across the property, helping to restore habitat on previously cleared farmland. These plantings support local wildlife, provide food and shelter for native species and help stabilise the soil and reduce erosion.

We are continuing to encourage the return of native vegetation and create a welcoming environment for the wildlife that calls this area home.

Guests may encounter wallabies, kookaburras, echidnas, frogs and, with a little luck, even a platypus in the local creek.We are continuing to encourage the return of native vegetation and create a welcoming environment for the wildlife that calls this area home.

Guests may encounter wallabies, kookaburras, echidnas, frogs and, with a little luck, even a platypus in the local creek.

Water is one of our most valuable natural resources, and at Finch Falls Retreat, we have made a conscious effort to manage it responsibly.

All water used throughout our retreat is supplied by collected rainwater. 

Our water conservation initiatives include:

• Rainwater harvesting: All water used by our Eco Lodges and retreat facilities is sourced from collected rainwater.
• Water-efficient fittings: Our lodges are fitted with water-saving taps and plumbing to help minimise water consumption.
• Responsible landscaping: Our gardens and native plantings are watered using collected rainwater and recycled treated wastewater, reducing the need for additional fresh water.
• Recycled wastewater: Our wastewater treatment system allows treated wastewater to be reused for appropriate garden irrigation.
• Drought-tolerant planting: We select plants suited to our local climate and conditions, helping reduce irrigation requirements.
• Mindful housekeeping: We take a considered approach to housekeeping, rather than providing automatic daily servicing. Towel changes and housekeeping are managed to help reduce unnecessary water use, laundry and energy consumption.

We encourage our guests to help us protect this valuable resource by using water thoughtfully throughout their stay.

Reducing waste is another important part of our commitment to sustainability.

We encourage responsible waste disposal and recycling throughout the retreat.

Our initiatives include:

• Providing recycling options for guests.
• Participating in Containers for Change, with proceeds from eligible containers going towards purchasing native plants for the property.
• Encouraging guests to minimise single-use packaging and unnecessary waste.
• Making considered purchasing decisions to reduce packaging and support more sustainable products where possible.

We also work with local suppliers wherever practical, helping reduce unnecessary transport and supporting businesses within our region.