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My garden transformation project (progress update: month three to six)
I’m six months into my year long project to transform the garden from lawn (front and back) to the beginnings of a food forest. And because I promised I’d share my progress (or lack of) with you, it’s time for an update. My goal is to produce more of my own food, have surplus to […]
The ultimate list of swaps for Plastic Free July
If your looking for ways to ditch the single-use plastic, and look for ideas to lower your plastic footprint, this list is for you. As Plastic Free July rolls around for another year, you might be wondering where in your life you can make changes (especially if you’re limited by Covid-19 restrictions still in place). […]
Caring for Country: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations working in the sustainability space
Something I often think about, when it comes to reducing waste and sustainable living, is ‘what else can I do?’ Not in a fitting-my-trash-in-a-mason-jar kind of way – I find this way too simplistic and too focused on the individual at the expense of the broader community. If I can fit my waste in a […]
The Less Waste No Fuss Kitchen: simple steps to shop, cook and eat sustainably
My new book ‘The Less Waste No Fuss Kitchen’ will be hitting the shelves in just a few days, and I’m excited to tell you all about it! Especially if you live somewhere where the bookstores are currently closed, so you can’t pop in for a good old snoop. Never fear – I am bringing […]
Everything you need to know to get started with home composting
Composting can seem a little overwhelming. There seem to be so many things to worry about; things that might go wrong. It can seem a bit technical and science-y. But actually, the basics are quite simple, and it is easier to get a compost bin cranking than you think. If you’re composting at home, especially […]
How to freeze food in glass jars (+ defrost it safely)
I freeze food in glass jars, and I have done for years (we’re talking at least 15 years). As a student I resented buying things like zip-lock bags to freeze food – they seemed expensive and unnecessary. Glass jars were something I always had to hand – and they come in all shapes and sizes, […]
My garden transformation project: why I’m digging out my lawn by hand
When it comes to transforming my garden into an edible and productive food space, there’s one task that’s taking up most of my time currently: digging out the lawn. And if there’s one question I’m answering most often from the garden updates I post it is this: why are you digging out your lawn? Which […]
9 ways to get the most out of your freezer (+ reduce food waste)
My freezer has saved many a food item going into my compost bin. Overripe bananas, leftovers I’ve eaten for five days straight and really can’t bear to make it six, onion peels that I’ll use to make stock – the freezer is great for both reducing food waste, and treating future us to a ready-made […]
