Leonie Shanahan …
Transforming Health & Lives Through
Organic Gardening & Personal Empowerment
Leonie Shanahan is a dynamic force in the world of organic gardening and holistic health.
As the visionary behind the award-winning Edible School Gardens program, Leonie has dedicated over 25 years to empowering communities and has taught thousands of children across Queensland how to grow, harvest and enjoy their own nutrient-rich food.
Leonie’s passion for creating healthier futures through gardening is unmatched – Leonie inspires families and schools to reconnect with the earth and their well-being.
Leonie’s journey goes way beyond gardening … In 2014, Leonie faced a life-altering diagnosis of Lyme disease, along with chronic fatigue, chemical sensitivity and mold illness. What could have been a devastating blow became a powerful turning point. Armed with determination and the desire to heal, Leonie spent over 8 years on an intense journey of recovery — from consulting with and learning from top health experts, to immersing herself in research and cutting-edge healing techniques.
Today, Leonie shares this hard-won knowledge to help others move from feeling overwhelmed and sick to becoming empowered and vibrant.
With decades of experience and a passion for personal transformation, Leonie offers powerful insights in three key areas:
- Empowerment and growth coaching
- Organic garden consulting and guidance, and
- Inspiring speaking engagements
Whether you’re looking to reclaim your sense of purpose, grow thriving organic gardens, or find inspiration from all that Leonie shares, her guidance will help you move from feeling stuck and uncertain to feeling totally empowered and thriving — both in your personal life and in the garden.
More About Leonie Shanahan:
- Founder of the Edible School Gardens Program
- Author of 4 Books
- Nationwide Professional Speaker
- Workshop Facilitator
- Certified Results Coach
- Writer for ABC Organic Gardener Magazine
Qualifications:
- PhD – Authentic Education
- Professional Speaking – Toastmasters & Authentic Education
- Certified Results Coach – Authentic Education
- BSZ Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment
- Horticulture
- PDC Permaculture Design Certificate
- Organic Gardening
- Courses with Tony Robbins & Brendon Burchard
Memberships:
- HMAA (Horticulture Media Association Australia, Queensland Chapter)

