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You do not necessarily need to have a large space or garden to plant your herbs. Here we share some useful tips on how to create a herb garden without...

A few weeks ago I had an email asking about how to get the burnt smell out of a microwave oven. I remember when I was younger a friend had...

I found this article very poignant and I think it reflects the way many of us are feeling today, walking a tightrope between fear, anxiety and sometimes anger at the...

These mouth-watering Cajun Cauliflower Wings from Ali Daly aka 'The Messy Cheffy' transforms what some may consider to be a bland tasting vegetable into a delicious dish that will satisfy...

Christmas is approaching quickly, but there's still time to make a delightful Christmas Tree Skirt! Whether your tree stands on the floor or a tabletop these skirts will add a...

Are you interested in finding out more about the prevalence and effects of pesticides in our food, and what we can do about it? This upcoming zoom seminar on November...

Voting for the official NZAVS Cruelty Free NZ Awards 2021 is open now and closes at midnight on the 14th of November 2021 so make sure you get your vote...

Coating your tofu in hemp hearts is a great way to add a little more crunch and texture to tofu, plus you'll get more nutritional value with each bite. Even...

This article from holistic health and fitness coach Elly McGuinness discusses the importance of eating fruit and vegetables with a high level of phytonutrients known as salvestrols. A diet abundant...

You may have noticed that there is a raft of stories out there at the moment about the importance of gut bacteria. I’m a big believer in keeping this in...

I have purchased The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies by Dr. Nicole Apelian and can highly recommend this book as a resource along with the other digital books that you...

This crispy, zesty salad from The Vegan Society goes wonderfully with roasted vegetables. Try serving with roast kumara or pumpkin cut into cubes and sprinkled with salt and pepper, tossed...

Do you use dryer balls when drying your clothes, sheets and towels in the dryer? Dryer balls bounce around in the dryer separating laundry so that more air can circulate...

You know when the weather starts to warm up, it’s time to plant your tomatoes! Tomatoes are a must-have in any garden, the feeling of satisfaction as you pick a...

I cannot wait for you to try these eggless banana muffins. They are so good! Portia our daughter is the muffin queen and these are the best so far. Soft,...

Oats are one of the best things for your skin. Their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties help to treat dry skin, remove dead skin cells and soak up excess oil which...

Trick or treating may not be an option this year but you might be keen to dress-up and participate in some fun family activities at home, or decorate your house...

  I keep hearing a lot about pine needle tea and its benefits for the immune system and why it's so popular right now. This tea smells lovely (like Christmas),...

Have you heard about pine needle tea? There's a lot of discussion online currently about it's medicinal qualities and the possibility that it can boost the immune system and help...

This vegan shepherd's pie is extremely nutritious, high in protein, and tastes absolutely divine! Sunfed 'meats' cook, feel and taste just like animal meat but are vegan, gluten & soy...

NZAVS is Aotearoa's primary charity defending animals - their mission is to end animal experimentation and the harmful use of animals for research, testing and teaching in Aotearoa. Part of...