Tasmanian dementia researchers look to gardening to improve quality of life
Peter Maloney lives with dementia, but in recent times he has felt a positive change in himself. “I…
Invasive Species Council calls for popular ‘sweetpea’ sold at Bunnings to be declared a weed
These pretty, purple flowers with a deceptively pleasant name are becoming a problem in Australia. Polygala, sold under…
Can gardening keep your brain younger? What neuroscience says
You don’t need a large backyard to experience these benefits. A balcony with herbs, a few flowering pots…
Lush native lawn ideas for waterwise, lower-maintenance gardens
If mowing the lawn is getting you down, it might be time to ditch your exotic buffalo, couch…
Walking 45 minutes a day isn’t enough if you sit all day: Here’s why you need to keep moving all day
“I walk for 45 minutes every morning. So, I am healthy.” This is one of the most common…
Communities turn to barter-style crop swaps to combat cost-of-living crisis
On a sunny Saturday afternoon in Comboyne, on the NSW Mid North Coast, residents are carrying armfuls of…
Mom and daughter transform backyard into native plant paradise
Have you ever spent time in a backyard that felt like a natural oasis? An outdoor space that…
Stop recycling egg boxes immediately and instead use them in 1 area
Every week, you’ll probably discard takeaway containers, several plastic bottles, and at least one empty egg carton. There’s…
Exploring the link between gardening and better mental health
After the birth of her youngest child, Manu Prigioni found herself in a tough place. Bushfires had torn…
New generation embraces permaculture, which took root in 1970s oil crisis
When Kirsty and Bart Whitehouse moved to Margaret River eight years ago, they set about turning a cow…
Carrie Underwood’s Longevity Routine: Protein, Push-Ups, Gardening
When Carrie Underwood grows up, she wants to be a fit grandma. Loading audio narration… Now in her…
Families could save up to $50 a week growing their own fruit and vegetables
As more Australian households look to save money on groceries as the cost of living increases, interest in…