Cooperative Communities
Cooperative Communities
Building Self-Reliant and Sustainable Futures
Cooperative Communities, also known as Master Units, are model rural development projects that embody self-reliance, sustainability, and service. Each unit serves as a hub of spiritual practice, organic living, and community development — providing social service to the surrounding areas while demonstrating how collective living and cooperation can create a better world.
Communities
Our Master Units & Cooperative Communities
Our Master Units and Cooperative Communities serve as living models of self-reliance, sustainability, and service — combining spiritual practice, organic living, and community development to create a harmonious way of life.
Ananda Palli – Stanthorpe, Queensland
Spread across 100 acres of natural beauty, Ananda Palli is our main retreat centre in Queensland. It features:
- An ashram, meditation hall, and indoor/outdoor accommodation
- Organic gardens, orchards, and re-afforestation projects
- A commercial kitchen and self-sufficient water supply
- Camping grounds and facilities for retreats and training programs
Volunteers are always welcome to contribute and learn through service, nature care, and spiritual practice.
- Dada Jitendrananda
- dadajii@gmail.com
Vistara PROUT Cooperative – Motueka, New Zealand
Located on seven acres of lush river flats in the Motueka Valley, this cooperative community thrives on:
- Abundant vegetable gardens and fruit & nut orchards
- Opportunities for sustainable living and eco-friendly farming
- Occasional retreats and community gatherings
- A welcoming space for WOOFERS and volunteers to join in daily activities
- Bruce Dyer
- +64 (03) 526 8288
- bdyer@prout.org
Cooperative Communities
Why Cooperative Communities?
- Sustainability – Promoting organic agriculture and eco-friendly living.
- Spiritual Growth – Providing spaces for meditation, yoga, and retreats.
- Service – Supporting nearby communities with education, training, and care.
- Global Vision – Demonstrating the PROUT (Progressive Utilization Theory) model for social and economic harmony.
