The cold weather heralds in the optimum time for planting citrus trees. Planted now they will be in perfect condition later in the year. It’s also prime time for planting deciduous trees. Citrus tip: Citrus trees are known to benefit … Read more
Been to the gym? Wanting to recharge? Look no further; this smoothie will refill your tank with protein and vitamins galore. 1/2 Cup rolled oats 1/2 Cup baby spinach leaves 1/2 Cup pineapple 1/2 Cup ice 1 banana 2 scoops … Read more
81 Northland students will learn how to trap, fur and recover possum pelts to gain NCEA credits in the latest training programme from Enviroschools: Project Possum. A collaboration between Enviroschools Northland, The Northland Regional Council, the Department of Conservation and the … Read more
A new study on Fairtrade coffee reveals which gender finds the concept more important, how much more we’re willing to pay and what might threaten the movement as it grows. As we sip our way into the second and final … Read more
May is the ideal month to plant shrubs, before the ground becomes too wet. And if you happen to reside in New Zealand’s warmer places, you’ve still got time to plant late-flowering spring bulbs. Just be sure to keep young plants … Read more
An Auckland design duo have become experts at fossicking for vintage materials for their furniture. Where did you get your furniture? If it’s a chair from local design company Union, the answer could be complicated. The materials could’ve come from … Read more
Get in while the fejoa-getting is good; these delicious autumn fruit make for fantastic smoothies. Ingredients: 1 Medium banana 1/2 Cup chopped pineapple 2 Fejoas, peeled 1 Cup soy milk Blend for 30 seconds, makes 600ml. 238 calories, 40g carbohydrate, … Read more
Celebrating the dedicated folk helping to protect and enhance Auckland’s environment and heritage, nominations are being called for the biennial Sustainable Environment Awards. From schools implementing energy-saving programmes to community groups developing local organic gardens, the awards are an opportunity … Read more
Ingredients: 1 lg. head cauliflower 1 lg. head broccoli 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen) 1 cups celery, chopped 1 small-med sweet onion, chopped Dressing: 1 cup sour cream1 dst. spoon sesame oil 2 tsp. sesame seeds 1 dst … Read more
If you keep your chooks in a permanent run now is a good time to have a bit of a clean up before winter. Rake any leaves or other organic debris and put on compost. Sprinkle garden lime at a … Read more
Held over the weekend of May 12-13, from 10.30am- 5pm at Alexandra Park in Greenlane, The Green Living Show features a variety of exhibitors, an eco-fashion show, as well as a DIY eco expert advice centre where people can learn … Read more
Does your mum really need another hanky? How about buying her one of the cool gifts from Oxfam that help other mothers, more in need than your own? For $27, you can buy a Baby Emergency Health Kit – which … Read more
Waking up the collective conscience to the plight of our oceans and endangered marine species is fashion designer Miranda Brown’s goal. With her new environmental campaign “Free the Sea” aimed at raising awareness and funds for not-for-profits marine organisations and … Read more
Have a go at this delicious salmon tortilla and wild rocket salad from our Conscious Consumer cafe of the month - and while you’re at it, check out its perfect wine match. Ingredients – serves 6 2 cloves crushed garlic 8 spring onion … Read more
Asthma is the most common cause of hospitalisation for children, and impacts hugely on the childhood years. Because of asthma, one in four children struggle to blow up a balloon. Balloon day, Friday, May 4, coincides with Asthma Awareness week … Read more
It’s cooling down and growth rates are slowing. It’s time to harvest, replant and batten down the hatches. We are now in the second month of autumn and some of us are experiencing a noticeable drop in overnight temperatures. This … Read more
More than 2,000 votes have been received in New Zealand’s Unpackit Packaging Awards to find the country’s best and worst packaging. Organisers Wanaka Wastebusters are aiming for 10,000, and are running a competition for schools and community groups. “Schools and … Read more
A New Zealand cosmetics company is helping purveyors of the ‘liquid gold’ of the beauty world to continue their century old livelihood and save the trees bearing the fruit for their labour. It’s the new miracle oil: anti-ageing, inflammation reducing, … Read more
An Auckland couple are building spectacular log cabins in the high hills above the Manukau Harbour. The idea of living in a log cabin appeals to many. They can be built sustainably and relatively simply, and come complete with … Read more
To celebrate his 40th birthday, Auckland-based triathlete, and asthmatic, Alistair Harsant is competing in the 2013 Ironman. An asthma sufferer since he was a baby, Alistair’s persistent coughing led to an operation in his early childhood to rectify a double … Read more