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Soon it will be time to bottle plums! My Mum, Glenis, made a sterling bottling effort back in the seventies; my Mum and Dad had a few acres and part...

Summer's here and I love the abundance of scents in the garden, blooming flowers, citrus and fragrant herbs. Why not bring those refreshing aromas into your daily routine with this...

Yum! These Crispy Carrots on Cashew Cream from Melly Rose are a perfect blend of vibrant flavours and contrasting textures. The carrot fries are roasted to golden perfection, they go...

Do you have chickens and are wondering how to treat them naturally should they become unwell? Of course the best way to treat an illness is to catch it early,...

Give your laundry and linen a Christmassy holiday vibe by making this wonderful Christmas scented laundry powder concentrate. Synergy Christmas Blend Essential Oil is a lovely blend of juniper, cypress,...

In New Zealand, there is no official food code guide that explains where additives come from, what they do in food, and whether they are any good for you. With...

Houseplants are not just beautiful additions to your home; they also contribute to healthier indoor environments by removing air pollutants. Certain plants, like peace lilies, spider plants, and Chinese evergreens...

This is one of Wendyl's classic recipes, it's a delicious traditional fruit cake that her Grandparents in New Plymouth used to make. What sets this cake apart from the rest...

Give yourself and the people sleeping within earshot some much-needed rest with this recipe from The Lost Herbs that uses peppermint and chamomile along with Bronchial Clear to help ease...

Have you ever tried growing bananas? At home, we have a corner of our garden dedicated to Lady Finger banana plants. We're fortunate to harvest a bunch every few months,...

With this recipe shared with us by Trisha, being sensitive to dairy or gluten doesn't mean you have to miss out on treating yourself to a delicious piece of Christmas...

Every Child Can Thrive by Five: Insights from Seven-Year-Old TED Speaker Molly Wright In an unforgettable TED Talk, Molly Wright, a seven year old from Queensland, Australia, made a powerful...

In this incredibly useful book, Wendyl Nissen guides readers through each food group, showing families how to avoid hidden additives and return to eating real, wholesome food. I personally think...

In Wendyl Nissen's book Supermarket Companion, How To Bring Home Good Food, this spread is called "Vegetarian Potted Meat." It makes a delicious sandwich spread and is also great in...

Despite our best efforts to keep the floors clean with all of the construction going on next door (sadly the little house and gardens are gone and three large homes...

There are plenty of natural ways to regenerate healthy skin and provide it with the nutrients it needs to repair itself and therefore reduce the effects of ageing. During our...

Plum season is on its way and I can't wait to make this delicious looking shortcake from Trisha - I’m imagining it for dessert on a summer evening accompanied by...

The herbicide Dacthal (DCPA), containing chlorthal dimethyl, has sparked significant regulatory responses across the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand due to health concerns, particularly about its potential to cause irreversible...

Here’s an easy to make recipe for a simple face cream using just almond oil, coconut oil, vitamin E oil, beeswax and essential oils. This cream is helpful for aging...

This easy DIY flea trap has been on our site for quite some time and we've received positive feedback about how effective it is. With summer heat just around the...

Seaweed has surged in popularity as a health food and an ingredient in Asian inspired dishes, thanks to it being super tasty and nutrient rich with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants....