We're one of few establishments that offer ahimsa (cruelty-free) dairy products. New Gokula Farm is a 500 acre property in the Hunter Valley, Australia. The project was founded in 1988 when a small but dedicated team from the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) purchased the land with the goal of establishing a self-sufficient Hare Krishna community. In 1990, a spacious rammed earth building was completed which serves as the present temple of Sri Sri Radha Gokulananda. The focus here at New Gokula is to see to the welfare of our 70+ cows and bulls whilst establishing sustainable farming practices – the Vedic formula for meeting all economic needs. By protecting the cows and bulls for their natural life, New Gokula has become one of the few establishments worldwide that are able to offer ahimsa (cruelty free) dairy produce to the community. Now in 2015, the farm community consists of around 15 committed members involved in temple services, animal welfare, especially cattle, holding spiritual festivals and retreats, tending vegetable and flower gardens, and maintaining the farm. Directions from Sydney :
* Driving north on the F3, take the Cessnock, Kurri Kurri exit. (the tourist route through Wollombi is also an option, consult a map or GPS)
* Once you are in Cessnock, go to the end of the main street, Vincent St.
* Turn left at the traffic lights into Wollombi Rd.
* Follow Wollombi Rd for 15 kms until you reach the little town of Millfield.
* Turn right at Mount View Road (in Millfield NOT Cessnock) and drive down Mount View Rd for 3 kms.
* Turn left at Lewis Road.
