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If you're looking for something a little different, this cauliflower cake from Kiri at Re:Balance is a recipe you'll want to save. It's full of flavour, wonderfully satisfying, and works...

Our lemon tree is still producing an abundance of fruit, and it's always good to find other ways to use them. This simple kitchen tip is quick, effective, and a...

Walking is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to stay active, but what if there was a simple way to make it even more beneficial? That's exactly what...

Isn't Memo Write a lovely idea! We haven't started this process yet, but I'm really keen to do it with my Mum. What a precious gift it would be to...

There’s nothing quite like having a lemon tree in the garden, especially when it's loaded with fruit. Ours has gone absolutely crazy this year, producing more lemons than we know...

Have you ever tried this old-fashioned trick to keep spinach green when cooking it? This tip is super easy and actually works, it helps your greens stay beautifully vibrant instead...

I love trees, especially the old ones that have stood the test of time and seem as though they have a story to tell with every branch. There are two...

Some of you may remember Natalie's delicious gluten, dairy and refined sugar free buckwheat porridge that I shared a few years ago. If you enjoyed that recipe, or you're simply looking...

With the colder weather and winter bugs making the rounds, sore throats can seem to appear out of nowhere. If you're starting to feel that familiar scratchy, irritated throat, this...

It's 1 July, which means Dry July is here! If you're taking a break from alcohol this month, why not have a go at making your own naturally fermented ginger...

Have you ever stopped to think about what's actually in your toilet paper? Most of us probably haven't. It's something we use every day without a second thought, assuming it's...

Who doesn't like a hot bath and taking some time out for yourself. Whether you've spent the day in the garden, been on your feet for hours, completed a tough...

Ever noticed those annoying dents left behind in your carpet after moving furniture? Don't worry, they're a common problem and thankfully they're often easy to fix! Heavy furniture can compress...

One of the things I love most about living in New Zealand is our connection to nature. Whether it's a walk through native bush, a swim in a secluded river,...

This BBQ Oyster Mushroom steak recipe from Anna at The Veggie Tree is one for the mushroom lovers. How totally amazing do they look! I can't wait to give them...

If you've ever wanted to learn more about foraging, vegetarian cooking, sourdough baking or creating your own natural beauty products, Anna from The Veggie Tree has a fantastic range of...

Winter might feel like a quiet time in the garden, but according to my favourite gardener, Wally Richards, there's still plenty to do! From pruning fruit trees and roses to...

It's that time of year again when the temperatures drop, the evenings get darker, and there's nothing quite as appealing as curling up indoors with a hearty, comforting meal. Winter...

Soda Ash is baking soda's stronger, harder-working cousin. While both are natural mineral compounds, soda ash is far more alkaline and is designed specifically for cleaning purposes but unlike baking...

Looking for a quick chocolate nutty fix that doesn't require turning on the oven? These decadent little raw treats are the perfect solution. Made with rolled oats, protein-rich hemp hearts,...

When it comes to contraception, most of us are familiar with the pill, IUDs and implants, but did you know that diaphragms were once a popular non-hormonal option for women...