The Research Farm		Located on 10 acres in the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales, the Research Farm is designed both as a training facility for groups and as a respite and retreat centre for individual researchers or small groups who need to take time out for concentrated writing or data analysis. It is also ideal for those who just want to spend time thinking about, talking through, or working on their research.
The Research Farm is 5 km from Bowral, on the main southern railway line or a short detour from the Hume Freeway. Bowral is 1.3 hours from central Sydney, 1.75 hours from central Canberra. (Directions for travel.)
	Comfortable studio bedrooms (with private bathrooms) equipped with computing facilities are available, along with consultation if it is needed. Enjoy privacy as you work through the day, then relax with others over the evening meal. Residential training workshops for small groups are provided on a regular basis, along with occasional research seminars. Project teams of up to 8 people will also find suitable facilities and a congenial environment for meeting together over one or a few days. Facilities include computers, data projector, photocopier, and broadband internet.

“The Research Farm and Pat are an unbeatable combination... Finding an environment that develops my thinking, nourishes my body with superb cooking, and refreshes my spirit with opportunities to pick fresh berries, strawberries and collect the eggs - all while engaging in stimulating conversation and debate - is a blessing. These, combined with Pat's generosity in sharing her time, knowledge, expertise and wisdom make the research farm an invaluable find!” (Susan, after a five day workshop).

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Excellent recreational and leisure opportunities exist in the Southern Highlands, should you need a break from work. There is an abundance of good coffee, craft, antiques and bookshops in the area, and opportunities for walking or cycling.

Short term accommodation charges for individuals (including all meals, GST, and discussions over the kitchen bench) are $110 per person per day or part thereof; longer periods by negotiation. A day fee of $30 is charged for non-residential use of facilities and refreshments. An additional fee ($165/day) may be charged for groups wishing to use the computer training/meeting room facilities. Email or phone to enquire about services and bookings, including rates for group bookings.