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The Open Food Network is a network of people and organisations working together to build a new food system which is now here in New Zealand - making the farm...

This recipe from the Medical Medium (Anthony William) consists of a number of superfoods that individually have amazing health benefits and when combined they make a super powered refreshing smoothie...

Companion planting is when two plants are grown close together for the benefit of one or both plants. It could be as simple as growing nectar-rich flowers among crops to...

Breakfast, morning tea, afternoon snack... you choose - this Apple Loaf Cake from the Hemp Farm chef is good any time of the day! The apples make it lovely and...

Have you looked into using reusable cloth nappies for your little one? Kekoa have the most gorgeous reusable cloth nappies which are a flexible stretch cloth nappy that gives your...

Are you aware of the dangers of using conventional deodorants and antiperspirants on a daily basis? They contain a plethora of harmful ingredients that you do not want under your...

Do you or someone you live with have food allergies or intolerances? Or maybe you just want to make healthier food choices by eating organic or additive free. If this...

If you've tried any of Ali's recipes in the past you'll know that The Messy Cheffy does not disappoint when it comes to creating mouth-watering and nutritious vegetarian meals, and...

This recipe is originally from Wendyl Nissen, it's not totally natural but it's just so brilliant at polishing floors that it's a welcome addition to our blog. If you would...

We've had a few questions regarding keeping the air clean in children's and babies rooms, using a commercial air freshener is not recommended, airing out the room on a daily...

This beautifully scented natural laundry powder concentrate recipe makes enough for around 30 average washes and can be used with hot or cold water, and in top or front loaders...

With the chilly weather we had across the country last week it's hard to imagine summer is still on its way, but warm weather is surely just around the corner...

It's hard to believe that something this tasty can be so good for you! This recipe from holistic nutritionist Natalie Brady makes a totally scrumptious high protein breakfast which is...

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the skyrocketing cost of groceries then you should definitely check out this fabulous initiative from three entrepreneurial NZ homeschoolers who are 'on a mission to...

This recipe is a follow up to the flower pickling blog that I shared a few weeks ago. Anna at The Veggie Tree is such an inspiration with her delicious...

School holidays are here again which is a great time to tackle a few DIY projects with the kids. This one is fairly simple to make, and it has the...

If you're a regular reader of this blog then you are probably quite well versed in the toxins you should avoid. These seven are on the top of our list,...

Kate Hall (aka Ethically Kate - environmental activist and educator) is touring around Aotearoa this November in celebration of her new book ‘Better, Bolder, Different’. She'll be speaking in Wellington,...

Dust, dirt and dander naturally collect on house plant leaves, too much can block the plant from absorbing light which can inhibit its ability to grow. Regular store bought leaf...

Did you know that you can pickle and eat flowers? Pickling flowers preserves them so that you can enjoy this delicacy year round, depending on what you add to the...

An oldie but a goodie! It doesn't get much easier than this when it comes to whipping up some last minute baking. These Old Fashioned Bran Biscuits are made from...