THE PLATEAU
Rooted in Nature. Growing Community. Regenerating the Future.
Nestled in the heart of Rockleigh, on Peramangk Country, South Australia, The Plateau is a 100-acre off-grid eco-haven that brings people back to the land, back to culture, and back to community. Experience a new way of living, where sustainability, healing, and culture guide everything we do.
At The Plateau, we are building a living example of sustainability, innovation, and cultural connection. Through a circular economy model, we bring together regenerative agriculture, wildlife conservation, permaculture design, and the arts to create lasting impact. Our focus is on supporting drought-affected rural communities and strengthening regional Indigenous communities, fostering resilience, creativity, and care for Country.
Community
The Plateau is built on a foundation of shared purpose, bringing together people from all walks of life to collaborate, learn, and grow in harmony with the land.
Regeneration
We focus on restoring ecosystems and reviving Country through native planting, organic farming, and wildlife rehabilitation that breathes life back into the land.
Sustainability
We champion sustainability through hands-on recycling initiatives, transforming waste like batteries, metal, glass, and organics into resources that support regeneration, wildlife care, and community wellbeing.
Connection
Our space fosters deep connection to nature, to culture, and to one another, encouraging meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging.
Sanctuary
The Plateau offers a peaceful refuge for both people and wildlife, where healing, safety, and care are at the heart of everything we do.
Integration
Our farm systems are designed to work in harmony, chickens play a vital role in soil health, pest control, and egg production, seamlessly linking food, regeneration, and ethical land care.
WHO WE ARE
The Plateau is a 100-acre regenerative sanctuary in Rockleigh, South Australia, where nature, culture, and community come together to heal land and spirit.
Rooted in permaculture and innovative agricultural practices, The Plateau blends organic farming, native plant revegetation, wildlife care, and eco-tourism. Visitors can stay in off-grid cabins, explore living systems in action, and take part in hands-on workshops that restore connection to self, land, and community.
From market gardens and nurseries to camping and cultural gatherings, every aspect of The Plateau is designed to be regenerative, inclusive, and impactful—a place to learn, grow, and reconnect with what matters most.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
Jarrod Manuel brings a wealth of experience in community leadership and regional development to The Plateau. His career spans local government roles and serving as Chief Operating Officer for Ngarrindjeri Ruwe Empowered Communities (NREC). Growing up surrounded by family farms in South Australia's mid-north and the Adelaide Hills, Jarrod developed a deep connection to the land and rural life from an early age. With a family history rooted in social advocacy and rural community development, he carries forward a strong commitment to positive change.
Jarrod is passionate about reimagining the future of farming through sustainable practices and innovation. His close relationship with the Ngarrindjeri community has provided firsthand insight into both the challenges and opportunities facing local Indigenous communities, shaping the vision and values that guide The Plateau today.
Creativity runs deep in Jarrod’s journey. As the frontman of Adelaide’s Chancery Lane and co-founder of the cross-continental dream-pop project City of Satellites, Jarrod’s experience as a musician and songwriter mirrors his approach to The Plateau — blending imagination, collaboration, and a passion for connection.
