Off-Grid Greener Living in the Daintree Rainforest
Coconut milk is a staple in many kitchens. It has a delicately sweet flavour and is an ingredient found in lots of delicious recipes. Coconut milk is dairy-free, rich in nutrients and has a number of health benefits. Most people buy coconut milk in a tin from the supermarket, but it can be expensive. However, […] Read more…
The best way to minimise the rubbish you send to landfills is to choose biodegradable products with compostable or no packaging. However, this is not always possible, and therefore recycling is also essential to help reduce our waste. Unfortunately, working out what can and cannot be recycled is confusing and often varies between councils, states […] Read more…
We are fortunate to be able to grow cacao here in the tropics; however, our trees are not yet producing fruit. We were therefore excited to receive some local organic cacao to experiment with! We made some cacao nibs and powder and also gave chocolate making a go. If you can get hold of some […] Read more…
We all know that plastic pollution is a massive problem for the environment and that we should take steps to reduce our waste. However, it can be overwhelming to know exactly where to begin. One of the most effortless places to start is in the bathroom. With just a few easy product substitutions, you can […] Read more…
Living off-grid requires an independent source of power as no mains power is available to use. This off-grid power source could be a fossil fuel generator or a renewable source of energy like wind or solar. When planning to live off-grid, you must give serious consideration to your off-grid power needs and how you intend […] Read more…
So, you are finally ready to start your homestead dream, and now you need to find the perfect block of land? Before you start looking, you should make a list of the things that are most important to you. Some flexibility is required, but you need to establish what compromises you are happy to make […] Read more…
If you are like us, then you won’t be able to function without your morning cuppa! But did you know that your brew could be having a negative impact on the environment? Tea is the most popular beverage in the world (after water), whilst coffee is the drink of choice in many countries. With billions […] Read more…
Turmeric is a tropical plant native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It has broad green leaves and beautiful intricate flowers that make it popular in ornamental gardens. Turmeric is a “herbaceous perennial” which means its leaves die at the end of the growing season, but its roots survive. This herb is a member […] Read more…
If you have never heard of a cassowary, or you want to learn a little more about these secretive, impressive birds, then this post is for you. There are three species of cassowary on the planet. They are: The southern (or double-wattled) cassowary; The northern (or single-wattled) cassowary; and The dwarf (or Bennett’s) cassowary. Geographically, […] Read more…