10 October 2023 Posted In: Uncategorized

The West Australian

The Witchcliffe Eco-Village has scored two major awards at the Urban Design Institute of Australia WA awards.

The ambitious project which continues to grow on the former Foxcliffe vineyard site nabbed the awards for Sustainability as well as Affordable Housing at the most recent gala event.

Judges lauded the eco-village for its diverse sustainability principles in areas such as renewable energy, fresh food production, water self-sufficiency, conservation and waste management.

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