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Do you love discovering simple ways to make the most of services you already have access to - and this is one that feels like a bit of a hidden...

This beautiful cake comes from Trisha, the talented maker behind the healing balms we stock and totally love. If you’ve tried Trisha's balms, you’ll know how special her creations are!...

Slugs and snails may be small, but they’re incredibly prolific producing up to 60,000 offspring in their short lifespan. That’s a lot of hungry mouths heading straight for your cabbage, bok...

This lovely jam from Anna Valentine of The Veggie Tree is a wonderful alternative to traditional jams as it also contains chia seeds which are a super food that contain...

This is an interesting way to get rid of whitefly that I read about in one of mum's gardening books, and was reminded about by her very good friend Philippa...

Yum! It's feijoa season again - so I thought I'd reshare one of my fav muffin recipes. There’s nothing better than the smell of a muffin fresh out of the...

Pantry moths (also known as Indian meal moths) are a common nuisance in NZ kitchens. They lay their eggs in dry goods like flour, cereals, grains, and even pet food....

One of the most frequently asked questions we get is how to get soap scum off shower doors. Green Goddess Premium Double Strength White Vinegar is your friend here, consistent...

If you’re after a salad that’s anything but boring, this Sweetcorn & Bean Satay Salad from LeaderBrand is a winner. It’s fresh, colourful, and packed with plant-based goodness, with a...

I’m really pleased to share this thought provoking article from Lisa Fitzgibbon of Oomph Health. Lisa is a qualified, highly experienced, registered Naturopath and Medical Herbalist who runs her own private...

Are you getting little brownish black spots on your sheets when they come out of the washing machine or is your washing machine smelling musty? If so, your machine could...

Want to make the most of your Green Goddess Reward Points?  It’s easy once you know how! We’ve put together a step-by-step guide to help you sign up, log in, earn, and redeem points when...

Did you know your local library may give you access to thousands of free eBooks and audiobooks that you can borrow from home? How awesome is that! The Libby app...

I love this pancake recipe from Trisha who makes the fantastic healing balms that we sell. Buckwheat is naturally gluten free and makes such a great alternative to regular flour....

Over time, food particles, grease, and mineral deposits can build up inside your dishwasher. This buildup can affect the efficiency of your dishwasher, leading to poor cleaning performance and longer...

The results are in for the 2026 People’s Choice Dairy Free Awards, presented by The Vegan Society, an organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting plant-based living across New Zealand. These...

Lip balm is something I reach for more regularly when the weather turns cooler. It’s one of those small everyday essentials that lives in handbags, pockets, bedside drawers and bathroom...

A few weeks ago I had a wonderful relaxing and rejuvenating weekend at the beautiful Aio Wira Retreat Center, tucked away in the peaceful surroundings of the Waitākere Ranges at a...

Using candle wax to seal grout might sound like a clever, natural DIY hack, but when it comes to showers and wet areas, it’s important to understand what will (and...

As we move into autumn, there’s still plenty happening in the garden, and March is a great time to plant a wide range of vegetables. A few simple jobs now...

I’ve had a few people asking for eggless cake recipes, so I thought it was the perfect time to reshare one of our absolute favourite egg-free recipes. This plant-based beetroot...